This is the first book I've read by John Piper and I'm very impressed with his extensive Bible knowledge and his humility as a Christian. He quotes many of the great Christian writers of the past, like C.S. Lewis, but is easier to read than his original sources.
What Jesus Demands from the World
is a great get-back-to-basics book. I like that Piper takes Jesus' commands and relates them to the state of our hearts- he's not legalistic about the demands. I really respect Piper for laying out his beliefs clearly and not trying to play both sides, even if I don't agree with everything he says.
Several of us read this book in a book-club style bible study, breaking it into 8 sections to fit our lifestyle better. It was really great to have some friends to discuss the book with and I'm afraid that I might not have finished the book if it hadn't been for our weekly meetings.
I'm giving it 3.5 stars. I own the book, but I penciled in too many personal notes in the margins to loan it.
