Don't Waste Your Life

In This Bestselling Book, John Piper Challenges Christians to a God-Exalting Life

Many spend their lives on trivial diversions, seeking earthly comfort and pleasure above all else. But Jesus said, “Whoever loses his life for my sake will save it,” calling us into the eternal purpose and God-exalting life for which we were made.

In this bestselling book, John Piper warns listeners of the dangers of an irrelevant life that counts for nothing and calls Christians to the deeper joys, and risks, that matter for eternity. This new edition features a revised preface and updated statistics.

Over 1 Million Copies Sold Written by Bestselling Author John Piper: Author of Desiring God; Providence; and Come, Lord Jesus Second Edition: Features a new preface and small revisions to the content Great Gift for High School or College Students: Inspires Christians to make a lasting difference for the cause of the gospel

1. Opening Credits
2. Dedication
3. Preface to the 2023 Edition
4. Preface to the 2018 Edition
5. Chapter 1: My Search for a Single Passion to Live By
6. Chapter 2: Breakthrough—the Beauty of Christ, My Joy
7. Chapter 3: Boasting Only in the Cross, the Blazing Center of the Glory of God
8. Chapter 4: Magnifying Christ through Pain and Death
9. Chapter 5: Risk Is Right—Better to Lose Your Life Than to Waste It
10. Chapter 6: The Goal of Life—Gladly Making Others Glad in God
11. Chapter 7: Living to Prove He Is More Precious Than Life
12. Chapter 8: Making Much of Christ from 8 to 5
13. Chapter 9: The Majesty of Christ in Missions and Mercy: A Plea to This Generation
14. Chapter 10: My Prayer—Let None Say in the End, “I’ve Wasted It”
15. Closing Credits

John Piper

John Piper is an American New Testament scholar, Calvinist theologian, pastor, and chancellor of Bethlehem College & Seminary in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

In addition to his pastoral duties, Piper is widely recognized as the founder and senior teacher of desiringGod.org, an organization named after his influential book "Desiring God: Meditations of a Christian Hedonist"

Throughout his career, he has authored numerous acclaimed books, including ECPA Christian Book Award winners and his bestselling works have resonated with audiences worldwide.

Piper's impact extends beyond his literary achievements. In recognition of his exceptional preaching skills, Baylor University honored him in 2018 as one of the 12 Most Effective Preachers in English. Piper's dedication to scholarship, theological insight, and inspiring teachings have made him a prominent figure in the Christian community, leaving an enduring legacy that continues to shape hearts and minds.