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John Piper on Satisfying Abundance - Reformed (John 10:10)

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"Abundant life is God Himself—not health and wealth but HIM. Jesus came that we might have GOD fully, eternally, satisfyingly. The thief offers substitutes; Jesus offers the Source. Life abundant is knowing God; eternal life is enjoying Him forever." — John Piper. Reformed: God-centered abundance.

Topics & Themes

abundantGod Himselfsatisfyingeternalknowing

Scripture References

John 10:10John 17:3

Emotional Tone

hopejoyawe

Audience

adults

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