Respectable Sins Student Edition: The Truth about Anger, Jealousy, Worry, and Other Stuff We Accept - Paperback

by Jerry Bridges (Author)

Are you a respectable sinner?

Christians talk a lot about the "bad" sin of society. But are we guilty of overlooking the "okay" sin in our own lives, such as self-righteousness, anger, even anxiety? Jesus died to set us free from sin, even the sneaky, respectable kind. But before that can happen, we have to get honest, which is what this book is all about. It's a chance to explore "good Christian sin" and what to do when you recognize it in your life.

A powerful spiritual growth resource for youth groups, small groups, and personal discipleship, this book offers teens and tweens:

• An overview of how sin and the gospel connect so they have a strong grounding in theology
• Encouragement on letting the Holy Spirit transform their lives and behaviors
• Discussion questions at the end of each chapter

Jerry Bridges' landmark exploration of tolerated sin and God's remedy has been specifically adapted (not dumbed down!) for teens.

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Christians talk a lot about sin, especially "bad stuff" such as doing drugs or stealing. But what about the sins that Christians tend to overlook or tolerate in their own lives--"respectable" sins like pride, anger, and anxiety?
Jesus died to set us free from sin, even the sneaky, respectable kind. But before that can happen, we have to get honest, which is what this book is all about. It's a chance to explore "good Christian sin" and what to do when you recognize it in your life.

Author Biography

Dr. Jerry Bridges is the best-selling author of such books as The Pursuit of Holiness, Trusting God, The Practice of Godliness, and the original edition of Respectable Sins. He is on staff with The Navigators' collegiate ministry and is a popular speaker known around the world. Jerry lives with his wife, Jane, in Colorado Springs.