John Piper

John Piper

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John Piper, founder and senior teacher of desiringGod.org, is also the chancellor of Bethlehem College & Seminary. Serving for 33 years, his pastoral efforts have been centered at Bethlehem Baptist Church, located in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

As a prolific author, he has penned more than 50 books. Further, his teachings and preachings spanning across more than 30 years are freely available at desiringGod.org.

John and his wife, Noël, are blessed with a beautiful family, consisting of four sons, one daughter, and fourteen grandchildren.

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The ‘Ask Pastor John’ Podcast, Now in Book Form

The ‘Ask Pastor John’ Podcast, Now in Book Form

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On Coffee-Sipping in the Sanctuary

On Coffee-Sipping in the Sanctuary

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John Piper on the Future of Desiring God

John Piper on the Future of Desiring God

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Humility Is the Opposite of Entitlement

Humility Is the Opposite of Entitlement

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Should You Marry Her Anyway?

Should You Marry Her Anyway?

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What to Do When Your Spirits Sink

What to Do When Your Spirits Sink

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Millions Don't Know Real Joy

Millions Don't Know Real Joy

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John Piper on ChatGPT

John Piper on ChatGPT

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