Breaking The Chains of Addiction is a self-help book with information and quotes obtained from Eastern Orthodox Christian spiritual books. The author helps the addicted reader attain to that blessed 'passionless state' which the saints have acquired through the oldest spiritual methods in the Christian world dating back to the third century. That 'passionless state' is a higher step, which is beyond addictions to all manner of self-destructive behaviors.
Broken Chains: Principle to Overcoming Addiction is written for the individual who is caught in a lifestyle of bondage to sin and fear. It is also designed for anyone who has a loved one struggling with sins of this type and have a desire to educate, assist, and support him according to Gods Word. This book does not focus on motivational methods, but instead focuses on the foundational truths of Gods Word and its total sufficiency for solving all the problems facing man. This books purpose is to build hope for both the struggling addict and those who desire to help him through practical principles of faith, hope, and love through Jesus Christ. Individuals who are lost in the valley of addiction frequently ask God to remove the painful trial and its consequences for selfish reasons. Nevertheless, this time of trial, tribulation, and revelation of their true nature and character can be grasped as an opportunity to explore and expand their newfound faith and freedom in Christ. The hope for these lessons would be to build an understanding and confidence for tackling everyday issues and provide encouragement to persevere as trials are overcome and victories are achieved on an every day basis. Success in overcoming the battle of addiction will depend on the individual acknowledging Christs ability alone to set him free from bondage to sin and fear, thereby breaking the chains of addictions. After 20 years of suffering, being full of pride and arrogance, lost in a dark and lonely world, and having the experience of trying time and time again to change myself through people, places, and things, I finally had a solitary but failed attempt at suicide. Christ Jesus was finally allowed to pour down His Mercy upon me and I was given the gifts of His Grace, Faith, Repentance, and Redemption and I was changed into a new man that was created according to God in true righteousness and holiness. It was after this event that I received my calling from the Lord and He gifted me with a tremendous healing of the mind and the ability to remember His Holy Scriptures. I have sought to make Christ Jesus my Lord known to all men as I have come to know Him ever since. I have had the privilege of having the Lord educate and equip me for the last 25 years as a Pastor. The Lord has used numerous individuals, various Biblical courses and trainings, drug and alcohol education, and time of my own suffering in Christ to expand His purpose and plan for my life. Psalm 12:6-7: The words of the Lord are pure words, like silver tried in a furnace of earth, purified seven times. You shall keep them, O Lord, You shall preserve them from this generation forever.
In Pornography Addiction: Breaking the Chains, clinical psychologist and addiction expert Robert V. Dindinger clearly explains the processes whereby children, teens and adults become addicted to pornography. By utilizing this workbook you will learn how individuals become addicted to pornography, the biology of addiction and recovery, the consequences of regular pornography viewing and the steps to overcoming pornography addiction and preventing future relapses. This workbook is not only a valuable tool for the recovering addict, but as a resource for clergy, parents, spouses, therapists, and other individuals who would like to provide support to those who are struggling with pornography addiction.
How many years have you been struggling with the addiction to porn and masturbation?Relapses after relapses, failure after failure, frustration, shame, guilt, self-blame, self-hatred, how long have you been under the heavy burden of those feelings?If you have tried every methods and techniques available to you and still you are strongly attached to watching porn videos and masturbating to them, If you are looking for a real way out of it and not just running after little superficial gains that will fade away on the first relapse, then this book is for you.It is a guide designed to take you into an inner trip of self-discovery with the aim of helping understand why you are addicted to porn and masturbation and discover for yourself how to get out of it, for good!Get this book and join hundred of brothers, just like you, on the path of total and undeniable freedom.
Technology has accelerated our fascination with pleasure. Indeed, the power of pleasure has been underestimated, and Internet pornography is changing the world in a fundamental way.In this book, author Donald L. Hilton Jr., MD explores the destructive power of pornography addiction, not just from a moral and spiritual perspective, but with the scrutiny of modern science. Current research tells us that there is little difference in physical or chemical changes in the pleasure and control centers of the brain regardless of whether the addiction is "from a chemical or an experience," as stated in the journal Science. (Constance Holden, "Behavioral Addictions: Do They Exist? Science, 294 (5544) 2 November 2001, 980.)Relying on the latest research on addiction, and merging this knowledge with spiritual aspects of repentance and recovery, the author provides understanding and hope to those who seek healing and restoration of both body and spirit, which are the "soul of man."
Addiction, like many other afflictions that affect us as humans, not only impacts us physically and psychologically but also spiritually. Overcoming addiction requires a two-pronged approach - it requires both spiritual struggle alongside medical and psychological support from professionals. This book is borne from the personal experiences of the author who overcame six addictions and bad habits, which he had come under the yoke of from a young age. Through the use of the God-given spiritual weapons explored in this book the author no longer had a yearning for the six 'crutches' which he had ceased to practice. It is important to note that this book is not meant as a replacement to getting medical or psychological help to overcome addiction, but rather it seeks to complement medical and psychological remedies.
Breaking the Chains of Addiction is an introduction to the 12-step program Addictive Free Life, where people are set free from shame, helplessness, hurt, fear, guilt, and many other emotions rooted in addictions to live a better life using God's way.
