Suffering: The Sacrifice of Christian Hedonism | John Piper
Deep Dive into Desiring God by John Piper - Suffering: The Sacrifice of Christian HedonismIn "Suffering: The Sacrifice of Christian Hedonism," John Piper presents the radical argument that the authentic Christian life is defined by chosen suffering, embraced through the hope of the resurrection. Piper contrasts the Apostle Paul’s view with the notion that virtue is its own reward; for Paul, a life of sacrifice without the promise of eternal joy in Christ would be pitiable. Therefore, the Christian motive is one of "Christian Hedonism"—the pursuit of supreme satisfaction in God, which empowers…
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