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Addictions: A Banquet In The Grave: Finding Hope In The Power Of The Gospel
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A worship disorder: this is how Edward T. Welch views addictions. Will we worship ourselves and our own desires, he writes, or will we worship the true God? With this lens the author discovers far more in Scripture on addictions than passages on drunkenness. There we learn the addict's true condition: like guests at a banquet thrown by the woman Folly, he is already in the grave (Prov. 9:13-18). Can we not escape our addictions? If we're willing to follow Jesus, the author says we have immense hope hope in God's forgiving grace, hope in God's love that is faithful even when we are not, and hope that God can give power so that we are no longer mastered by the addiction. Each chapter concludes with Practical Theology, guidance As You Face Your Own Addictions and As You Help Someone Else.
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I so far have not found another book that compares ...
Derived From Web , May 23, 2022
Until now, I have not found another book that compares to this as far as the only true solution to addiction. Ed deals the judged and the judgmental frankly. I use it in the jail and have seen transformation. While other groups deal with self-helping self with a higher power faith without name. Jesus gives this higher power a name, Ed. And it focuses on what God does in and through us, not what we do in and through our selves. He deals with addiction as a sin and not calling it a disease, which it is not. He goes in the book over this thoroughly. Especially those who believe in Jesus, who think that God must introduce himself through a back door instead of the front.
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Amen and amen
Derived From Web , May 23, 2022
This book has just been completed. As a born again Christian, I have been in several 12-step programs over the last 37 years and learned many things, but I always knew there was something more and I knew it was Christ, but couldn 't pull it together. This book has pulled it together for me. I have almost every page underlined. If you are serious about your walk with God, with or without addictions, this book speaks to your heart.
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The truth shall set you free
Derived From Web , May 23, 2022
No excuses with the grace explanation of addiction. Yes, I am responsible for having chosen to trade the Peace of Christ for the temporary relief that my substance gives me, but Welch also recognizes that after awhile it feels like a disease that you can 't get rid of. Only by surrendering to Christ and the working of His Spirit will rid you of the root causes. I have not yet arrived, but I have left and using this book as I renew my mind to the facts of Redemption, what helps me fight the good fight!
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Total truth accurate
Derived From Web , May 23, 2022
Dr. Welch has nailed the practical, truthful, scriptural and easily understood reasons and solutions. It is a matter of the heart and Dr. Welch points out that God has the answers to unlock our hearts. It may take patience, endurance, hope and faith, but after going through it, I can attest that he is right on target. I have given at least 20 of these books as a ministry to others and bought them.
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Must Read for People Deal With Addiction ...or for people who care for those who deal with addictions.
Derived From Web , May 23, 2022
As a pastor, I am a big fan of Ed Welch and his biblical take on life. This book did not disappoint. I am already sharing and quoting it.
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very informative.
Derived From Web , May 23, 2022
gained a lot of insight into various addictions. It offers a biblical approach which is always good, highly recommended if you are seeking freedom from addictions.
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Great book Highly recommend
Derived From Web , May 23, 2022
Struggling with addictions is a rampant problem and this book brings light to the truth of what the problem is really.
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Derived From Web , Aug 23, 2021
It will clear those issues you encountered, but not have answers for. You will learn much stronger as you fight the good fight, and grow much stronger. Read it over and over again. Also buy the audible version and listen as much as you can. Welch, thank you for writing this.
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Could Be Simpler
Derived From Web , Dec 1, 2019
This book was more about particular addictions than addictions in general. A strength of this book is the explanation of some of the heart issues of addiction. And while there is a fair amount of practical application for the addicted addict, I found the book more theoretical than theoretical. I also think that the book could have been shorter or perhaps made into 2 separate works. The author sometimes repeats previously explained truths and applications. It is not an overly simple book - just not a verbose, as it could have been.
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Christ-Centered Help for Addicts
Derived From Web , Nov 10, 2019
Good read, although I do not agree with all suggestions of the author. He has not experienced addiction himself and his criticism of 12-step programs is troubling. Thousands of alcoholics and addicts have not only defeated their addictions, but also developed a spiritual relationship with God. The church has not shown an ability to appreciate or fully understand the dilemma of the addict without imposing organized religion on them. I know that I have been sober for 17 years and am also a believer in Christ.
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