This Ligonier Ministries video features John Piper's sermon, "Don't Waste Your Life." Piper reflects on the purpose of life, urging listeners to avoid a life of aimlessness and instead pursue a life of purpose driven by understanding and treasuring God's glory. He shares three key discoveries that shaped his understanding of an "unwasted life."
The Sovereignty of God: Piper emphasizes the existence of a sovereign, self-existing God whose ultimate purpose is to display His glory for the everlasting enjoyment of His redeemed people. This understanding is foundational to finding one's own purpose.
The Role of Jesus Christ: Piper highlights the crucial role of Jesus Christ in overcoming the obstacle of humanity's inherent hatred of God and God's wrath toward humanity. Jesus' sacrifice becomes the apex of God's glory, allowing humanity to see and savor God's glory.
Joyful Suffering in Service of Love: Piper concludes that a life that most clearly displays God's glory is a life of joyful suffering in the service of love, characterized by a deep satisfaction in God's reward of eternal glory.
