In Addictions: A Banquet in the Grave, Edward T. Welch provides a deeply biblical understanding of addiction, identifying it not merely as a medical issue but as a spiritual struggle rooted in idolatry and misplaced worship. Welch’s title, drawn from Proverbs 9:17-18, illustrates the deceptive nature of sin: “Stolen water is sweet, and bread eaten…
In Diehard Sins: How to Fight Wisely Against Destructive Daily Habits, Rush Witt provides a biblically grounded strategy for identifying and overcoming persistent sins—those ingrained patterns of disobedience that stubbornly remain even in the life of a maturing believer. Witt does not offer quick fixes or self-help solutions; rather, he directs us to the power…
Addiction is one of the most pressing struggles in our culture today, yet many modern approaches fail to address the root issue. In The Heart of Addiction, Mark Shaw challenges the common view that addiction is primarily a disease, instead pointing to Scripture’s clear teaching that addiction is ultimately a problem of the heart. By…
In today’s culture, many struggle with addiction, a term that often evokes thoughts of dependency or substance abuse. However, addiction is ultimately an issue of worship, as The Association of Certified Biblical Counselors explains in their article “The Theology of Addiction: We Become What We Worship”. Let’s explore how this connection between addiction and worship…