Bethlehem College & Seminary Chancellor and Desiring God founder John Piper believes the theological concept of “Christian Hedonism” should be taught to children.
The influential author and theologian is a well-known proponent of Christian Hedonism, which is defined as pursuing divine pleasure, which leads to a sense of great joy in the believer.
In an episode of “Ask Pastor John” posted on DesiringGod.org Wednesday, a French pastor inquired about how to teach children the theological concept.
“How can I best communicate Christian Hedonism to my children during our family worship? Their ages are 5 to 12. What should be my aims and goals? Any tips for a dad like me?” he asked.
Piper responded that he advised not using the term “hedonism,” but rather teach children about the concept through “clarifying” and “exemplifying.”
When it came to clarifying, Piper said it was important to “show that the Bible commands rejoicing,” citing Philippians 4:4 (“Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice”) as an example.
“Now the children see they are not only permitted to be happy; it is required that they be happy ‘in the Lord,'” said Piper.
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