Mentors Like John Piper

Founder and senior teacher of desiringGod.org, author of 50+ books, and a 33-year pastor. If you follow John Piper, these are the 24 most similar thought leaders we track, matched by profile similarity and ranked by their Modern Mentor AI credibility rating.

Timothy Keller
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Timothy Keller

Senior pastor renowned for reasoned Christian apologetics and author of acclaimed book on God's existence.

Credibility rating: 422/1000

Jennie Allen
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Jennie Allen

Author, speaker and IF:Gathering founder, NYT best-selling author, with Masters in Biblical Studies.

Credibility rating: 360/1000

Jordan Peterson
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Jordan Peterson

Canadian psychologist studies religious psychology, writes widely acclaimed book, lectures globally, and produces writing therapy program.

Credibility rating: 350/1000

Scott Hahn
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Scott Hahn

Renowned author and theologian, editor of academic journals, with distinguished teaching roles at various universities.

Credibility rating: 237/1000

Paul David Tripp
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Paul David Tripp

Pastor and award-winning author of 30+ books and series on Christian living, with a focus on everyday faith.

Credibility rating: 235/1000

John Mark Comer
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John Mark Comer

NY Times bestselling author, founder of Practicing the Way, and former pastor of Bridgetown Church.

Credibility rating: 217/1000

Joyce Meyer
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Joyce Meyer

Joyce Meyer is a prominent Bible teacher and bestselling author known for her practical teachings.

Credibility rating: 132/1000

Priscilla Shirer
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Priscilla Shirer

Priscilla Shirer is an American author and motivational speaker known for her impactful Bible studies.

Credibility rating: 111/1000

John F. MacArthur
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John F. MacArthur

John F. MacArthur is a prominent pastor, author, and teacher known for his extensive biblical teachings.

Credibility rating: 94/1000

Dane C. Ortlund
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Dane C. Ortlund

Senior pastor and author, editor for 'Knowing the Bible' and 'Short Studies in Biblical Theology' series.

Credibility rating: 93/1000

Craig Groeschel
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Craig Groeschel

Craig Groeschel is the founding pastor of Life.Church and a best-selling author.

Credibility rating: 66/1000

John Bevere
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John Bevere

John Bevere is an international minister and best-selling author focused on developing followers of Christ.

Credibility rating: 64/1000

Louie Giglio
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Louie Giglio

Pastor of Passion City Church, founder of the Passion movement, and bestselling author of several books.

Credibility rating: 53/1000

Christine Caine
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Christine Caine

Christine Caine is an Australian activist, author, and speaker dedicated to ending human trafficking and empowering women.

Credibility rating: 48/1000

Jerry Bridges
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Jerry Bridges

Jerry Bridges was an influential evangelical Christian author and speaker known for his bestselling books.

Credibility rating: 47/1000

Dallas Willard
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Dallas Willard

Dallas Willard was an influential philosopher and author known for his work on Christian spiritual formation.

Credibility rating: 45/1000

Ed Welch
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Ed Welch

Ed Welch focuses on mental health, relationships, and spiritual growth.

Credibility rating: 43/1000

Collin Hansen
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Collin Hansen

VP and editor in chief at The Gospel Coalition, podcast host, author, commentator, and adjunct professor.

Credibility rating: 41/1000

David Powlison
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David Powlison

David Powlison was a prominent American Christian counselor and author known for his work in biblical counseling.

Credibility rating: 39/1000

Jay E Adams
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Jay E Adams

Jay E. Adams was a prominent figure in biblical counseling and authored over 100 books.

Credibility rating: 39/1000

Fr. Mike Schmitz
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Fr. Mike Schmitz

Fr. Mike Schmitz is a prominent Catholic priest, author, and speaker known for his engaging media presence.

Credibility rating: 39/1000

John Bergsma
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John Bergsma

Theology professor and Senior Fellow, used to be Protestant pastor, converted to Catholicism, specializes in Old Testament.

Credibility rating: 38/1000

George Weigel
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George Weigel

Senior Fellow at Ethics and Public Policy Centre, authored acclaimed Pope John Paul II biography, holds 19 honorary doctorates.

Credibility rating: 36/1000

Robert J. Charles
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Robert J. Charles

Robert J. Charles is a life coach, mentor, pastor, and best-selling author focused on personal development.

Credibility rating: 33/1000

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