Many people desire to live godly
lives but feel trapped in habitual
sins. They trip over the same bad
habit, embarrassing weakness, or sinful
slavery they wanted to be free of years
ago. This book reveals that idolatry
lies at the heart of every besetting
sin. If you think of idols as stone
statues in far-off lands, think again.
Idols are the desires, longings, and
expectations we worship instead of the
true God. Fitzpatrick helps uncover
hidden idols by moving us to ask: •
What do I long for so much that my
heart demands, “Give me this, or else
I’ll die!” • What must I have for my
life to be meaningful and happy? • Do I
love God whole-heartedly or are there
other loves in my heart that clamor for
my attention? Fitzpatrick shares the
hope found in God’s desire to have his
children live free of idols, and his
commitment to free them by his
sanctifying power.