Lust isn't just a guy problem – it's a human problem. And unless we honestly confront it, lust will destroy our relationships and our lives. Joshua Harris, author of the runaway bestseller I Kissed Dating Goodbye, calls a generation bombarded with images of sexual sin back to the freedom and joy of holiness. This "PG-rated" book – straightforward without being graphic – speaks to those entrenched in lust or just flirting with temptation. Honestly sharing his own struggles, Harris exposes lust's tactics and helps readers create a personal plan for fighting back. Men and women will find hope in God's grace and learn the secrets to lasting change.
Neither sex nor sexuality is our enemy. We need to rescue our sexuality from lust so we can experience it as God intended.
Bestselling author Joshua Harris shows you how lust deceives you. Specific and honest without being graphic, this book–for both men and women–will guide you in creating a custom plan for fighting lust and celebrating purity.
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“For your joy and Christ’s honor, I commend this book to you. It is realistic, practical, and hope-giving.”
John Piper, pastor of Bethlehem Baptist Church , Minneapolis
“A beautiful blend of grace and truth. Joshua Harris raises high standards of holiness while carefully avoiding legalism. I highly recommend it.”
Randy Alcorn , bestselling author of The Treasure Principle and The Purity Principle
“I am very encouraged that my longtime friend Josh Harris has written a book about lust. May God use this book to keep many from allowing their minds to become ‘the devil’s playground.’”
Rebecca St. James, singer/songwriter
Story Behind the Book
“I was preparing a message on lust when I realized that the book I wanted to consult hadn’t been written. That book would make it clear that only Jesus Christ can free us from the hopeless treadmill of shame and guilt that so many well-intentioned people end up on. It would instill a love for holiness and a hatred for sin without dragging the reader’s imagination through the gutter. And it would be for both men and women, because I’ve learned that lust isn’t just a guy problem–it’s a human problem.”
– Joshua Harris |
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 Fantastic book |
| Review Date: January 11, 2010 |
| Reviewer: Danielle L. Carr, |
| This book finally gave me the correct biblical perspective and answers to questions I have been seeking for years. Joshua Harris wrote this book very well. Whenever I am conversing with others and topics about lust, sex, purity, relationships, or addictions come up, I often suggest and recommend this book. Paired with the study guides for men & women it works well for groups or one-on-one accountablility partners to work through together. If you are looking for answers to questions about doubts or concerns you have regarding whether or not God cares about how we treat our bodies, with what we fill our minds, and how we relate with others you need to read this book. If you have been struggling with purity, lust, greed, or addictions this book can help you grow closer to God and will strengthen your relationship with Him if you are willing. The book follows biblical truth, is not judgemental (though I won't say you may not feel convicted of sin), and portrays what the Lord desires and how to achieve closeness with him and healthier relationships with others. I highly recommend this book for men and women, and young adults/mature teenagers. |
Fair thesis; but weakly presented, and poorly written. If it had ANY depth at all, it would get a better rating.
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| Review Date: October 25, 2009 |
| Reviewer: MN_Phil, MN, USA |
This is another book by author Josh Harris who is known for his books about dating, courtship, and marriage. In this book Mr. Harris articulates his thoughts about lust and the types of problems he would argue that it creates in our lives.
It is a very "Evangelical Christian" book, complete with what most people outside of the church would consider 'hyperspiritualized Jesus language'. Thus, while it is a book that is relevant for many people, it isn't particularly insightful: It would be a struggle for anybody to read if they didn't grow up around the church and its jargon.
Mr. Harris unfortunately limited his audience by this, and was even a slight turn-off to me. It makes his advice for people less tangible. He adamantly opposes 'legalistic' attempts to deal with lust, and thus avoids giving a set of concrete steps that you can use to overcome; ironic for a book that is about lust but typical of a christian to just tell you to submit your thoughts to Jesus and over time he will help you deal with everything. Harris is right that lust is a problem, and our culture is obsessed with it, so his thesis is good. But the book is ultimately disappointing.
Flaw is his Method: If I Surrender to Jesus, Pray, Read your Bible, be spiritual, go to church ... sure that might be one answer... but we can take the structure of this argument and write a book on virtually any topic using this exact same formula. The insights in this book are neither insightful or profound; rather, they are just overtly evangelical and prone to a very provincial view of our theology. If it had any depth at all, it would get more stars. |
What a Wonderful Book!
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| Review Date: October 6, 2009 |
| Reviewer: S. Smith, Washington, DC |
I am only half way through the book but I felt compelled to write something about it this morning. This is one of the best books I have read. As an inspiring author, I found something that was not only engaging but it kept my interest throughout. I have been asking God to give me something that people will read and feel that is relevant. This book is not only relevant but so necessary in a "sex-filled" society. The book is backed by scripture and it is written in a language that penetrates the heart. I can say that I am already changed! Thank you Josh Harris for following God and writing something that will help generations to come. Opposition is only a sign that you are on the right path!
I believe in holiness and sexual purity. On and up with God!
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A Great Tool
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| Review Date: June 21, 2009 |
| Reviewer: H. Profit, Virginia Beach, VA |
I purchased this book as a gift for a friend. I read Joshua Harris' book "Stop Dating the Church" last year and view him as a writer who is faithful to the scriptures. I wanted to skim through the book before giving it away, just to make sure things were OK. I couldn't put the book down and ended up reading the entire book before I gave it to the person it was intended.
This book is appropriate for: Married males/females, single males/females, and teenage children that are having questions about sex.
I highly recommend this book. |
Hit-and-Miss
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| Review Date: April 28, 2009 |
| Reviewer: D. Bouch, State College, PA |
For the first 100 pages of this book, I couldn't put it down! Mr. Harris elegantly defines healthy sexuality and also separates it from self-destructive lust. With respect to definitions and differentiation, this book is a great read, with countless insights into Biblical sexuality (focusing on self-respect, respecting others, the purposes of sex, etc...).
However, after the first 100 pages or so, Mr. Harris assumes the responsibility of helping us apply biblical principles about sexuality to our everyday lives. Here's where things went downhill....
I'm not sure how Mr. Harris can expect his readers to relate to anyone aside from each other if they followed all of his advice in this book. The "Bubble-Life" is the only way I can think to describe his application of biblical sexuality to our lives. It's almost as if I would hire an over-protective nanny to shelter me from all of the revealing pictures of women in stores/on shelves, dirty songs on the radio, and summertime clothing of 99% of young American women.
So, Mr. Harris, you receive three stars for your great and unforgettable contrasts between healthy sexuality and destructive lust. Really, much of this book is unforgettable (especially if this is the first book on the matter that you've read).
However, you fail to attain the last two stars because of your implausible, impractical, laughable, nearly unbelievable anecdotes (really, there's no need to panic when JC Penny catalogs arrive in the mail), your similarly fruitless stories about your friends (no harm ever came to anyone by walking through the video store).
I prefer to confront lust and defeat it, rather than hide from it and deprive myself of modern American (international, even) culture and friendships. |
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