I hate it. I love it. Sometimes our desires can be cruel lovers. Might there be a path to true change? Edward T. Welch may surprise you with his answer.
Addiction
'just one more': when desires don't take no for an answer
Addictions - A banquet in the grave
A worship disorder: this is how Edward T. Welch views addictions. “Will we worship our own desires or will we worship the true God?”
Divine intervention: hope and help for families of addicts
Divine Intervention will bring encouragement and hope to family members, friends, spouses or loved ones of an addict.
Freedom from addiction: turning from your compulsive behavior
Edward T. Welch helps you face what fuels your addiction and takes you straight to the heart of what your addiction reveals about you and your relationship with God. You will discover your true motives and discover that true change is possible—one small step at a time.
idols of the heart
Do you feel discouraged, even defeated, in your battle against habitual sin? Are you dismayed or surprised by the situations that bring out your fear, anger, or distress?
Relapse: biblical prevention strategies
What does God say about relapse and addiction? You may have come to the conclusion that there is no hope for you and therefore no help, but there is real hope in Christ!
addictive behavior
The authors examine addiction as a spiritual, rather than a psychological, issue. There may be genetic factors and contributing causes in the past, say the authors, but the most helpful way to overcome addiction is by approaching it as one would a sin.
hope & help for gambling
This book offers eternal hope and practical help while describing five different heart motives of the gambler, and six steps to a practical plan of action for change. Time, Talents, and Treasure are discussed in light of seeking the glory of God in all things (1 Corinthians 10:31) from a biblical perspective. Those who struggle with gambling, as well as biblical counselors who help them, will gain "Hope and Help" from the biblical approach to dealing with the heart issues of gambling.
hope and help for video game, tv, & internet addiction
This booklet gives insight into the problems of excessive TV, video gaming, and internet activity from a biblical perspective, and offers a practical plan of action.