The Roots of Endurance, John Piper
The Roots of Endurance, John Piper
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The Roots of Endurance
Invincible Perseverance in the Lives of John Newton, Charles Simeon, and William Wilberforce

Author: John Piper

Narrator: Bob Souer

Unabridged: 3 hr 55 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 06/11/2019


Synopsis

John Newton, Charles Simeon, and William Wilberforce suffered lifelong opposition and endured for the causes of gospel truth, missionary zeal, and political justice. They found, in solid doctrine and humble joy, the tough roots for habitual tenderness in response to their adversaries—without doctrinal or moral flinching. They are examples of remarkable grace.In the third book of the Swans Are Not Silent series, bestselling author John Piper looks at the lives of these three great men and focuses on how they not only endured great opposition but did so with joy and without bitterness. Their lives exemplify how to set a pace and finish the race before us, encouraging every heart that it is possible to jump the hurdles in our paths.

About John Piper

John Piper (DTheol, University of Munich) is the founder and teacher of DesiringGod.org and the chancellor of Bethlehem College and Seminary. He served for thirty-three years as the senior pastor of Bethlehem Baptist Church in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and is the author of more than fifty books, including Desiring God, Don’t Waste Your Life, This Momentary Marriage, A Peculiar Glory, and Reading the Bible Supernaturally.

About Bob Souer

Bob Souer is a full-time professional storyteller, voice actor, and AudioFile Earphones Award–winning narrator. He has narrated broadcast and nonbroadcast projects for corporations and ministries across North America. His voice has been heard on PBS, the History Channel, the Military Channel, and many other networks. He has also narrated radio and television programs for the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, D. James Kennedy Ministries, SIM, and Compassion International.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Ko on September 02, 2017

The story of habitual and determined endurance over 3 people's lifetimes that produced fruit that lasts for an eternity. John Newton's "habitual tenderness" towards those in need. Charles Simeon's determination over years of persecution within the church. William Wilberforce's lifetime quest for the......more

Goodreads review by Matt on June 07, 2023

4.5. The chapters on Newton and Wilberforce are especially terrific.......more

Goodreads review by Bill on July 25, 2011

I continue to love these Piper biographies. Though after reading nine I'm beginning to want a broader perspective and a deeper treatment (which would probably please John Piper) -- but these short biographies are so accessible! Anyway, the theme of this collection is a favourite for me -- endurance.......more

Goodreads review by Kate on May 21, 2018

So inspiring! I especially liked reading about Charles Simeon, because I didn't know much of his life before reading, and I used to attend the church where he pastored for 54 years.......more

Goodreads review by Craig on June 19, 2019

Piper is nothing if not detailed. His ability to cram facts and insight into every word leads to a density that is occasionally impenetrable and always demands a rereading. We have here a recounting of the extraordinary lives of 3 staunch characters, from whom there is a great deal to learn. What th......more