God-Centered Living: Christian Hedonism and the Life of Faith

This 12-session course is an introduction to Christian Hedonism, a philosophy of life that is built on the God of the Bible. The course unfolds two key assertions: 1) the God-centeredness of God informs every aspect of the Christian life; and 2) the pursuit of God’s glory and the pursuit of our joy is the same pursuit.

Therefore, “God is most glorified in us when we are most satisfied in him.”

In this course, students will examine key biblical passages and then thoughtfully interact with some of the central writings of Dr. John Piper: Desiring God, God Is the Gospel, and Future Grace. Biblical study, critical reflection, group discussion, and application are all important components of this course.

Tuition: $60.00/person ($90.00/married couple)*

Required Texts: Desiring God; Living By Faith in Future Grace; God Is the Gospel (all by John Piper)

Tuition includes one Student Workbook. Additional workbooks can be purchased at $15.00 each.


This class is open to ALL!

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We do not want finances to be a hindrance to studying the glories of our generous God. Scholarship funds are available.