Light + Truth Life That Lasts Forever
Dec 23, 2025
In this discussion, John Piper, a renowned Reformed Baptist pastor and theologian, delves into the depths of eternal life as revealed in John 3:16. He expounds on Christmas as Christ’s mission to grant abundant life and outlines nine stages of eternal existence. Piper emphasizes the importance of faith, the continuous joy of knowing God, and how physical death does not sever our connection with Him. Drawing on Jonathan Edwards, he beautifully articulates eternity as an endless journey of discovering God's infinite love and beauty.
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Eternal Life Begins In Christ
- Eternal life originates in Jesus Christ and does not come from human nature or effort.
- You receive life because it belongs to the Son by nature and is given as a gift through him.
Life Comes Through The Word
- The gospel and the words of Christ are the means by which life comes to us.
- The word of life reveals truth that frees people from sin and brings salvation.
God Draws Us To See Jesus
- God must draw people so they can truly see and desire Jesus amid spiritual blindness.
- Preaching clears the blur so enough of Christ is visible to compel faith and response.
