John Piper presents a series of meditations focused on the character and nature of Jesus Christ as documented in the New Testament. The text moves through specific biblical attributes, such as Christ’s sovereignty over nature, his intellectual brilliance, his tenderness toward the weak, and his voluntary submission to the crucifixion. Piper argues that spiritual health depends on moving beyond intellectual acknowledgment of historical facts to a state of emotional and spiritual satisfaction in the person of Jesus. He uses theological exposition to connect the glory of God with the human experience of joy.
This book is intended for Christians who feel their devotion has become mechanical or those seeking to align their emotions with their religious convictions. Readers use these chapters to cultivate a focused habit of contemplation during prayer or study. The intended outcome is a shift in perspective where the individual no longer views religious duty as a burden but finds genuine pleasure in the specific traits of the deity they worship. The reader walks away with a framework for valuing Christ as a supreme treasure above earthly comforts.
- Published
- 2001
- Language
- EN
