I just finished listening to this message by John Piper. I have been greatly stirred to press on with the high calling to make Jesus known no matter the cost!!
May I encourage you to listen too and may your soul be stirred to passionately lay down your life for the King of kings and Lord of lords!
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Great sermon. If you would like an audio only version (listen online or download) you can find it – and other great Piper sermons – at http://www.sermonize.us/2013/01/endure-and-embrace-suffering-john-piper-passion-2013/
Amen Mike! Thank you for the link to “Sermonize Us” . I now have it listed in my favorites for future listening 🙂 .