Reflecting on ‘Desiring God’ 40 Years Later

The Impact of Desiring God and Christian Hedonism

“God is most glorified in us when we are most satisfied in him.” This simple but powerful statement has been a cornerstone of John Piper’s ministry for nearly 40 years. Laying out the principles behind this “Christian Hedonism,” Desiring God has proved to be a source of rich theological insight for countless readers through the years, guiding them to the fullness of joy found in Christ.

In this video, John Piper and other ministry leaders think back on their own experiences with this foundational work and describe the impact the book had on them. Piper reflects on the beginning of his ministry and the things that transformed how he viewed God, the world, and his own happiness, ultimately leading him to write the book Desiring God.

Desiring God

John Piper

John Piper’s influential work on Christian Hedonism, Desiring God, challenges the belief that following Christ requires the sacrifice of pleasure. Rather, he teaches that “God is most glorified in us when we are most satisfied in him.”

Learn more about the new edition of Desiring God: Meditations of a Christian Hedonist.