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Does Joy in God Touch All of Life?
Summary by Christgiving Editorial Desk Clinton Manley , as published by Desiring God
· September 2, 2026
· 1 min read
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A person's life was impacted after spending a year in ministry with Calvary Chapel Bible Institute. They had many wonderful memories and theological questions after this experience. Two books later played a significant role in shaping their thoughts.
One of these books was Desiring God, which introduced them to the concept of Christian Hedonism. This concept emphasizes that God is most glorified when individuals are most satisfied in him. The book's message resonated deeply, suggesting that the desire for happiness is not something to be suppressed.
Further details about this person's journey and the impact of Desiring God are available from the source.
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Category: missions Published: September 2, 2026 Source: Desiring God Reading time: 1 min
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