'Just One More': When Desires Don't Take No for an Answer (Resources for Changing Lives)

How do you fight the sinful urge of wanting to sin just once more? And can Christians actually say no to addictions? In this little counseling booklet by Edward Welch he answers these questions and more, giving Christians hope and the means to deal with our sinful desire when it doesn’t want to take a no for an answer. This is one more helpful biblical counseling booklet from the wonderful “Resources for Changing Lives” counseling booklet series.In terms of the structure of the booklet the main heading consists of the following questions: “Do you want to change?”, “Why do you want to change?”, and “How does Life work?”One of the most encouraging statement in the book was towards the end of the work: “When it feels like a battle that is a sign that something is right” (23). One can be discouraged with fighting sin and sometimes the onslaught of temptation can be continuous and makes one weary. Here this one sentence from the book was soul-lifting to realize if we are in a battle against sin that means something is going right.A big point made in the book is one should let others know about one’s struggle and sin. The author made a good point that addiction likes to hide. He gives many good reasons why one should be honest not with only oneself but also with someone else as well about one’s addictions especially on pages 6-7 and reminds us again throughout the book.Welch also made a good point that sometimes people fall back to their same old pattern of sins because they forgotten they have been cleansed by Christ for their past sins (16). He then deal with the issue concerning certain facts of why it is hard for someone to believe one is forgiven by Christ (16-19).There’s also a constant theme of self-deception made throughout the book as well. I appreciated Welch pointing that out especially with the topic of addition and sinning again and again. It is true that there is a level of self-deception.The practical suggestions are helpful and also the preaching of the Gospel in the end. I do recommend this resource.Here are questions for discussion based upon the booklet:1. Describe the addition cycle (2)?2. Why is it harder to see the cycle of addiction oneself (3)?3. What is a truth that our desires lie to us about (4)?4. When you struggle with wanting to change, what are your conditions? (5-6)5. What is a good motive for change (8-10)?6. What are some practical instructions that the author gave for dealing with our sinful desires (12-?7. In making plans to fight addiction what should it include (19-?8. What are some examples of wrong views of God that is presupposed when we continue to give in to certain patterns of sin (21)?

Against the backdrop of modern psychiatry’s diagnosis of so many things as a disease rather than an addiction, this is a breathe of fresh biblical counsel and direction to getting out of the hole.This whole series is perfect for a counselor to hand out. I just think these short booklets definitely need personal interaction with someone who can help guide the person struggling. The book leaves a lot wanting but opens the door wide exactly where it needs to.Definitely would like to read the more full account of what’s addressed here in his other book.

This book is only a 16-page bookLET, not a true book. The price was high for just a small booklet. However, it is good and helpful when trying to overcome bad habits. I read through in one afternoon and plan to read again more slowly as I apply it.

I started to read this lit, tle booklet, but got distracted on something else, I need to go back to it, as I still buy more items than I should, but it does have very practical information and spiritual content that I will have to put into practice more. I have to go back to the book again and restart it and renew my mind again. I think I would highly recommend this little practical booklet.

Excellent read, short and filled with wisdom abs practical advise

I love all the booklets by Edward Welch. This is yet another simple and helpful resource. Easy to read. Good biblical points and sound advice. Could be used by teens or adults.

Excellent little booklet to help in understanding the underlying thoughts driving addictions. If you are struggling with addictions or trying to help someone who is, this is a very helpful little read.

Ed Welch understands that the problem with addiction is more than physical - it requires a change of mind.