All places for the conference are now booked!
Additional places for the conference will be released on Monday, May 12 at 6:00 PM.
This conference is primarily for the Nordic countries, and the number of places is limited.
Therefore, we kindly ask those outside the Nordic region to wait to register until we possibly open up for more countries.
To attend the conference, you must register in advance and purchase a ticket valid for the entire weekend. It is not possible to attend individual sessions without a valid ticket.
Everyone is searching for real joy. But where can we find true, deep, lasting joy? Does such a joy even exist? Yes, absolutely! God, our Creator and Redeemer, is the source of incomparable joy and satisfaction! It’s only in him, and one day with him, that we can experience this real joy that fully satisfies forever (Ps. 16:11).
On August 8–10, John Piper – who was pastor of Bethlehem Baptist Church (USA) for 33 years, is founder of Desiring God, and author of over 50 books that have shaped an entire generation of Christians – will come to Fiskebäckskyrkan in Gothenburg to teach and preach about the real joy that God offers us in himself, and how God is glorified as we rejoice in him. Come and join us for a conference that we believe will be truly life-changing.
Conference Schedule
Friday 8th
Interview with Pastor John
17:30 – Registration
18.30 – Session 1 – Biblical reasons for pursuing joy in God (Part One) – John Piper
20:00 – Close
Saturday 9th
Conference Day
09.30 – Session 2 – Biblical reasons for pursuing joy in God (Part Two) – John Piper
11:00 – Fika
11:45 – Session 3 – Life stories: Real Joy in real lives
12:45 – Lunch
14.00 – Session 4 – Serious Joy as the Spring of Love (Hebrews 12:1-2) – John Piper
15.30 – Close
Sunday 10th
United Church Service
10:30 – Don’t Waste Your Life – John Piper
12:00 – Close
Questions and Answers
What is the Real Joy Conference?
The Real Joy Conference is an Evangelical conference featuring Pastor John Piper.
Who is organising the Real Joy Conference?
The Real Joy Conference is jointly organised by Rotad and The Gospel Coalition Norden.
What are the conference dates and location?
The Real Joy Conference will take place on the 8th-10th of August at Fiskebäckskyrkan, Göteborg, Sweden.
How can I register for the conference?
To register for the Real Joy Conference, simply visit our Ticket Tailor page and sign up.
What is the price of attendance?
500 SEK for the Saturday including fika and lunch for Saturday.
Are there any discounts available?
Yes, we offer discounts for students (16-25), unemployed, pensioners and volunteers. Check out the Ticket Tailor page.
When does registration open?
Registration opens on Sunday 23 mars at 3:00 PM.
Can I bring my children to the conference?
CEF-Sweden will arrange activities for children (ages 4–11) on Saturday. No conference fee for children.
Can I stay with my children during the conference?
There is a playroom in the church where you can also see and hear the conference.