A message of addiction and hope, the eternal struggle.
591980
The stories that Mr. Sorrell tells through his poetry is heart-rending and poignant, as only one who has climbed up through such an ordeal can express.
981084
A spare, sad, hopeful book about addiction and recovery. In Cody's hands, the well-worn subjects of addiction and treatment become new. The sections which best display the writer's rare gifts are the most unpleasant: the passages addressing the physical experience of detoxing are among the finest ever written on the subject.
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This book provides an essential foundation to the alcoholic who is seeking healing and a better life through spiritual growth and practical advice, despite one's position of faith in life.  The personal stories included in the book cover a wide variety of experiences that will validate the struggles faced by any alcoholic.  The message in each tale is one of hope and encouragement for recovery from the allergy to alcohol.  Agnostics and believers alike will appreciate the practical medical information and solutions along with the moving personal anecdotes.  This is a book to keep for life as a reference and reminder of the process of recovery.
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This book gives an accurate picture of the struggles of an addicts family. I feel it gave you glimpses of the addicts pain also.  The book was obviously written by a loving parent, it helped the reader feel their struggles and want all the best for them.
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I would recommend this book for anyone dealing with the pains of addiction or a loved ones addiction gives hope to all.
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In the debut novel Sex...The Seductive Addiction from author Sanford Ashley readers are taken into the life of a person who has overcame addiction and the result he is able to share his experiences as well as his triumph over such a taboo topic.

Readers will learn how the addiction came about but more importantly how this man overcame it. Sex...The Seductive Addiction is a true living demonstration that anything is possible and once you leave all crutches down on the side of how and why and further recognize that there is truly a problem, the healing process can begin.

The author does a fabulous job of ultimately conveying the message that it is alright to fall down, if you are willing and able to confront your demons whatever they may be and seek the much needed help.

This book is indeed an eye opener and men and women will both see that there are solutions and methods that can be performed to truly get a handle on a problem that affect so many people.

Just like any other addiction one must come to realization that he or she needs aid and with this novel the reader will be given practical solutions, the authors true testimony will encourage as well as inspire.

It was a pleasure reading Sex...The Seductive Addiction and I look forward to this author and his future literary efforts.
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The author uses his own journey out of homosexuality and the journey of six others to share how they all found freedom in Christ:  He shares the core issues that he and these six had and how Jesus and other believers helped them to heal and have victory.  The issues range from homosexuality, pornography, sexual abuse to dysfunctional family background.  He does an excellent job of walking you through their story and showing how healing came about.  He gives hope and shows great compassion to those who are in bondage by an addiction they cannot control on their own.
I highly recommend this book to anyone who is trying to find victory from an addiction and wants true and lasting answers.
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On Pills and Needles: The Relentless Fight to Save My Son from Opioid Addiction is a touching memoir by Rick Van Warner. The book is sadly very relevant for today. The United States is in the middle of an opioid epidemic; according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, an average of 116 people died every day from opiod-related drug overdoses in 2016. As Van Warner shows his sons struggles, he also shows that those addicted to opioids are much more than a statistic on a piece of paper  they are someones child, sibling, spouse, or parent.

Van Warner examines factors that may have contributed to his sons addiction, and we see the extreme toll that addiction takes on both an addict and his family. On Pills and Needles would be a good book for parents of troubled teenagers, and it may bring hope to parents who are facing what seem like insurmountable obstacles with their wayward children. The book also serves as an interesting memoir, following the Van Warners emotional journey, and giving a glimpse into the utter destructiveness of drugs.

*I received this book for review*
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I had no idea what this story was going to be about. I am glad that I chose this book to review.  It is a book that should be read by those who may have an addiction with either drugs or alcohol. It is an inspiring book. The book tells how a man who was led astray and drunken became a twice-born man by joining the Salvation Army and turning his life around. He began to help others.  He realized how his drinking was making a mess of his life.  He could not keep a job because he allowed Satan into his life.  He continued to attend the Salvation Army meeting with his wife and eventually became a changed person.  I would give this book four stars.
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A brutally honest story of one man's journey to hell and back. Whether alcohol or drugs or whatever your addiction , it is important for people to know that they are not alone. It takes a lot of courage to ask for help. And there is no better way of thanking those who help you than to help others. The journey back in the right direction starts with one small step. Sometimes the smallest step is the hardest step but it makes all of the difference. Jay turned his life around; he was lucky. And he is paying it forward. That is a tribute to sobriety, to the people that help(ed) him in his recovery, and to himself.
237787
There are all kinds of addictions in this world disguised under thick skins. Over coming them is the hard part. Some linger for years and involves many people.
1345648
This is an inspirational reminder for self or friend facing a particular challenge.
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It is a powerful message, and provides insight into the struggle of many believers.  So thankful for the simple yet profound way the message is shared.  There is a lot to draw from.
2796306
Breathtaking, non-stop action fills each page of Mark's gritty true life nightmare.  Fueled by addiction and the bad choices accompanying that lifestyle, Mark reveals the downhill, dangerous drug-induced spiral of a life following the next high.  Written partly while Mark was still in prison, this book is a testament to addicts:  one can recover from even the most desperate of circumstances.  The best of one's days are yet to come.  Hope is out there for those who relentlessly work and reach for it.
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A story that is thou thought provoking and full of symbolism and a thread of hope that ties those symbols intricately together.
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The Gospel is empowered to change lives from the inside out. The Gospel shows people their wounds and bestows on them love. It shows them their bondage and supplies the hammer to break open their chains. It shows them nakedness and provides them the garments of purity. It shows their poverty and pours into their lives the wealth of Heaven. It shows them their sins and points them to the Savior. For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting lifeThat where I am, there you may be also. John 3:16:14:3

Billy Graham has the zeal and heart for the Gospel and for the Gospel to be known. I had the opportunity to go to one of Billy Grahams last revivals before his health became an issue. He preaches like it is the very first time with urgency that all would come to know the Savior. With this book, he is proclaiming the salvation of the Lord for all that will receive. Not to replace the bible, he has taken the plan of redemption by going thru the books of the bible in short chapters loaded with scripture with eternity in mind. Are we for the moment or are eternity minded?

Graham knows that for each of us that knowing the depth of our sin only lead to knowing the depth of Gods grace. He does not sugar coat the sin issue but uses the sin issue to lead others to the saving power of the cross.

The only thing that I would disagree is the avoidance of hell. I believe there is a hell but redemption is more than avoiding hell. It is about who God is and who we are. I need salvation because I am sinner more than I know and I need mercy because Gods love is more than I know.

Quotes that I found encouraging.

I urge preachers everywhere to take their eyes off of the culture and fix them on the Rock of salvation. Instead of preaching on common unity, preach for our communities to call upon God and repent. If we preach on the common things, lets preach on sin, for it is the one thing that all mankind shares.

We are busy humanizing God and deifying man. Our idols are not statues made of gold and marble, our idols come from entertainment, technology, and fashion industries, with self centered in the midst. Mankind works awfully hard to be comfortable in sin.

If we do not understand true peace, we open ourselves open to deceit

People do not like to think of God in terms of judgment. But such an attitude is idolatry, an attempt to make God in our own image, as though we are the ones who are right.

A gospel- centered; eternity- minded and engaging study of the scriptures that go to the heart of the gospel!

A Special Thank you to Thomas Nelson and Netgalley for the ARC and the opportunity to post an honest review.
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I found this book to be a refreshing and enlightening read, and an encouragement for my life as a Christ follower.  The plot is based on the eternal battle of good and evil.  In this case, one man tries to convince the world that hope is dead.  In its place reigns the world of ghouls and goblins the likes of which we haven't seen yet.  This plan must be stopped and God has a group of people whom He calls to gather together and defeat this enemy.  It was indeed a page turner, but not a difficult read.  I borrowed the copy which I just finished from the local library but think I need to add it to my personal collection.