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Sex Is Not the Problem (Lust Is)
by Joshua Harris • 2003
The real battle is in your heart. A plan for purity that depends on grace, not willpower.
4.00
3k+
Sex Is Not the Problem (Lust Is) Summary
Sex Is Not the Problem (Lust Is) 90%
The real battle is in your heart. A plan for purity that depends on grace, not willpower.
by Joshua Harris 2003
4.00
3k+ ratings
Every Young Man's Battle Every Young Man's Battle Every Young Man's Battle
by Waterbrook Press • 2002
A tactical plan for young Christian men to guard their eyes and mind against sexual compromise.
3.86
2k+
Every Young Man's Battle Every Young Man's Battle Every Young Man's Battle Summary
Every Young Man's Battle Every Young Man's Battle Every Young Man's Battle 89%
A tactical plan for young Christian men to guard their eyes and mind against sexual compromise.
by Waterbrook Press 2002
3.86
2k+ ratings
Graven Images
by Dietrich von Hildebrand • 1957
Your conscience may be a counterfeit, shaped by pride, not goodness. A philosopher explains how.
4.17
12
Graven Images Summary
Graven Images 89%
Your conscience may be a counterfeit, shaped by pride, not goodness. A philosopher explains how.
by Dietrich von Hildebrand 1957
4.17
12 ratings
Back to Virtue
by Peter Kreeft • 1986
Modern ethics is broken. The cure is ancient: the seven deadly sins and the Beatitudes.
4.29
861
Back to Virtue Summary
Back to Virtue 88%
Modern ethics is broken. The cure is ancient: the seven deadly sins and the Beatitudes.
by Peter Kreeft 1986
4.29
861 ratings
The Way to Happiness
by L. Ron Hubbard • 1989
Personal integrity and the golden rule: L. Ron Hubbard's practical moral code for a life that works.
3.76
535
The Way to Happiness Summary
The Way to Happiness 88%
Personal integrity and the golden rule: L. Ron Hubbard's practical moral code for a life that works.
by L. Ron Hubbard 1989
3.76
535 ratings
Briefly
by David Mills Daniel • 2007
The only moral absolute is love, and it decides what is right in every situation.
3.79
205
Briefly Summary
Briefly 88%
The only moral absolute is love, and it decides what is right in every situation.
by David Mills Daniel 2007
3.79
205 ratings
Sex, Jesus, and the Conversations the Church Forgot
by Mo Isom • 2018
The church stayed silent on sex. Reclaim purity, heal brokenness, and embrace God's original design.
4.23
2k+
Sex, Jesus, and the Conversations the Church Forgot Summary
Sex, Jesus, and the Conversations the Church Forgot 88%
The church stayed silent on sex. Reclaim purity, heal brokenness, and embrace God's original design.
by Mo Isom 2018
4.23
2k+ ratings
The Purity Myth
by Jessica Valenti • 2009
The virginity movement teaches shame as science, then codifies it. Real women bear the cost.
4.08
9k+
The Purity Myth Summary
The Purity Myth 88%
The virginity movement teaches shame as science, then codifies it. Real women bear the cost.
by Jessica Valenti 2009
4.08
9k+ ratings
50 Ethics Ideas You Really Need to Know
by Ben Dupré • 2013
50 ethical ideas that show why your moral intuitions have a 2,000-year history.
3.83
121
50 Ethics Ideas You Really Need to Know Summary
50 Ethics Ideas You Really Need to Know 88%
50 ethical ideas that show why your moral intuitions have a 2,000-year history.
by Ben Dupré 2013
3.83
121 ratings
Introducing Moral Theology
by William C. Mattison III • 2008
Morality isn't a rulebook: it's the craft of becoming someone who truly thrives.
3.78
139
Introducing Moral Theology Summary
Introducing Moral Theology 87%
Morality isn't a rulebook: it's the craft of becoming someone who truly thrives.
by William C. Mattison III 2008
3.78
139 ratings
Non-Toxic Masculinity
by Zachary Wagner • 2023
Purity culture delivered shame, not great sex. A path back to healthy sexuality, modeled on Christ.
4.27
412
Non-Toxic Masculinity Summary
Non-Toxic Masculinity 87%
Purity culture delivered shame, not great sex. A path back to healthy sexuality, modeled on Christ.
by Zachary Wagner 2023
4.27
412 ratings
The Nature of True Virtue
by Jonathan Edwards • 1960
Natural moral instincts are counterfeits unless they spring from universal love, grounded in God.
3.99
143
The Nature of True Virtue Summary
The Nature of True Virtue 87%
Natural moral instincts are counterfeits unless they spring from universal love, grounded in God.
by Jonathan Edwards 1960
3.99
143 ratings
Sovereignty
by Ryan Michler • 2018
Christian ethics aims not to tell you what's good but to undo your need to ask.
4.25
1k+
Sovereignty Summary
Sovereignty 87%
Christian ethics aims not to tell you what's good but to undo your need to ask.
by Ryan Michler 2018
4.25
1k+ ratings
Case for Life
by Scott Klusendorf • 2009
One question decides the abortion debate. The science, philosophy, and gracious tactics to ask it.
4.55
488
Case for Life Summary
Case for Life 87%
One question decides the abortion debate. The science, philosophy, and gracious tactics to ask it.
by Scott Klusendorf 2009
4.55
488 ratings
Studies in the Sermon on the Mount
by Oswald Chambers • 1960
The Sermon on the Mount defeats anyone who tries to imitate it. That's exactly what Jesus intended.
4.39
545
Studies in the Sermon on the Mount Summary
Studies in the Sermon on the Mount 87%
The Sermon on the Mount defeats anyone who tries to imitate it. That's exactly what Jesus intended.
by Oswald Chambers 1960
4.39
545 ratings
I Kissed Dating Goodbye
by Joshua Harris • 1997
Dating is broken. The fix: friendship, boundaries, and bringing your community into the huddle.
3.49
21k+
I Kissed Dating Goodbye Summary
I Kissed Dating Goodbye 87%
Dating is broken. The fix: friendship, boundaries, and bringing your community into the huddle.
by Joshua Harris 1997
3.49
21k+ ratings
Mentiras que las jovenes creen y la verdad que las hace libres (Lies Young Women Believe)
by Nancy Leigh DeMoss • 2015
Panic and shame begin with a single lie. Trade the deception for truth and find real freedom.
4.04
1k+
Mentiras que las jovenes creen y la verdad que las hace libres (Lies Young Women Believe) Summary
Mentiras que las jovenes creen y la verdad que las hace libres (Lies Young Women Believe) 87%
Panic and shame begin with a single lie. Trade the deception for truth and find real freedom.
by Nancy Leigh DeMoss 2015
4.04
1k+ ratings
The Quest for a Moral Compass
by Kenan Malik • 2014
Every civilization searched for right and wrong. None of them arrived at the same place.
4.14
530
The Quest for a Moral Compass Summary
The Quest for a Moral Compass 87%
Every civilization searched for right and wrong. None of them arrived at the same place.
by Kenan Malik 2014
4.14
530 ratings
Correct, Not Politically Correct
by Frank Turek • 2008
Same-sex marriage wasn't about rights. It sought endorsement, and children pay the price.
3.30
334
Correct, Not Politically Correct Summary
Correct, Not Politically Correct 87%
Same-sex marriage wasn't about rights. It sought endorsement, and children pay the price.
by Frank Turek 2008
3.30
334 ratings
The Pursuit of Holiness
by Jerry Bridges • 1978
God commands holiness. Good intentions will not get you there. This is the training regimen.
4.35
26k+
The Pursuit of Holiness Summary
The Pursuit of Holiness 87%
God commands holiness. Good intentions will not get you there. This is the training regimen.
by Jerry Bridges 1978
4.35
26k+ ratings
Sex Is Not the Problem (Lust Is) - A Study Guide for Women
by Shannon Harris • 2004
Lust isn't just a male struggle: a grace-driven path to purity when willpower fails.
4.11
111
Sex Is Not the Problem (Lust Is) - A Study Guide for Women Summary
Sex Is Not the Problem (Lust Is) - A Study Guide for Women 87%
Lust isn't just a male struggle: a grace-driven path to purity when willpower fails.
by Shannon Harris 2004
4.11
111 ratings
The Abolition of Man
by C.S. Lewis • 1943
The final product of denying objective value is not freedom but a humanity ruled by impulse.
4.12
42k+
The Abolition of Man Summary
The Abolition of Man 87%
The final product of denying objective value is not freedom but a humanity ruled by impulse.
by C.S. Lewis 1943
4.12
42k+ ratings
A Monk's Guide to a Clean House and Mind
by Shoukei Matsumoto • 2011
A Zen monk's cleaning routine: why scrubbing a floor quiets your mind more than a cushion.
3.58
7k+
A Monk's Guide to a Clean House and Mind Summary
A Monk's Guide to a Clean House and Mind 87%
A Zen monk's cleaning routine: why scrubbing a floor quiets your mind more than a cushion.
by Shoukei Matsumoto 2011
3.58
7k+ ratings
Overcoming Sin and Temptation
by John Owen • 1656
Sin within you is a hostile, living law. Willpower fails; only daily, Spirit-led execution works.
4.42
3k+
Overcoming Sin and Temptation Summary
Overcoming Sin and Temptation 87%
Sin within you is a hostile, living law. Willpower fails; only daily, Spirit-led execution works.
by John Owen 1656
4.42
3k+ ratings
The Fundamentals of Ethics
by Russ Shafer-Landau • 2009
Three questions, twelve theories. Every one of them falters on the hard cases.
3.73
798
The Fundamentals of Ethics Summary
The Fundamentals of Ethics 87%
Three questions, twelve theories. Every one of them falters on the hard cases.
by Russ Shafer-Landau 2009
3.73
798 ratings
Sex, Dating, And Relationships
by Gerald L. Hiestand • 2012
God gives only three relationship types. Dating isn't one of them, and that upends everything.
4.12
677
Sex, Dating, And Relationships Summary
Sex, Dating, And Relationships 87%
God gives only three relationship types. Dating isn't one of them, and that upends everything.
by Gerald L. Hiestand 2012
4.12
677 ratings
Talking Back to Purity Culture
by Rachel Joy Watson • 2020
Purity culture promised protection but delivered shame. The recovery starts with grace, not rules.
4.30
2k+
Talking Back to Purity Culture Summary
Talking Back to Purity Culture 87%
Purity culture promised protection but delivered shame. The recovery starts with grace, not rules.
by Rachel Joy Watson 2020
4.30
2k+ ratings
Lying
by Sam Harris • 2011
White lies still poison trust. Radical honesty is the only stable foundation for real relationships.
3.88
23k+
Lying Summary
Lying 87%
White lies still poison trust. Radical honesty is the only stable foundation for real relationships.
by Sam Harris 2011
3.88
23k+ ratings
Right Thing. Right Now
by Ryan Holiday • 2024
Justice is a Stoic practice: integrity, forgiveness, and the courage to never look away.
4.13
6k+
Right Thing. Right Now Summary
Right Thing. Right Now 87%
Justice is a Stoic practice: integrity, forgiveness, and the courage to never look away.
by Ryan Holiday 2024
4.13
6k+ ratings
Why Does God Care Who I Sleep With?
by Sam Allberry • 2020
Sex is a sacred gift, not a casual pastime. That conviction drives all Christian sexual teaching.
4.31
742
Why Does God Care Who I Sleep With? Summary
Why Does God Care Who I Sleep With? 87%
Sex is a sacred gift, not a casual pastime. That conviction drives all Christian sexual teaching.
by Sam Allberry 2020
4.31
742 ratings
On Temptation and the Mortification of Sin in Believers
by John Owen • 2013
Why indwelling sin doesn't weaken with time, and what actually kills it.
4.36
103
On Temptation and the Mortification of Sin in Believers Summary
On Temptation and the Mortification of Sin in Believers 87%
Why indwelling sin doesn't weaken with time, and what actually kills it.
by John Owen 2013
4.36
103 ratings
Standpoints
by Svend Brinkmann • 2018
Modernity wants a use for everything. Ten old ideas that refuse to earn their keep.
3.77
787
Standpoints Summary
Standpoints 87%
Modernity wants a use for everything. Ten old ideas that refuse to earn their keep.
by Svend Brinkmann 2018
3.77
787 ratings
Humanae Vitae
by Pope Paul VI • 1968
In 1968 a pope said the Pill would fracture marriage. Half a century of sociology agreed.
4.56
3k+
Humanae Vitae Summary
Humanae Vitae 87%
In 1968 a pope said the Pill would fracture marriage. Half a century of sociology agreed.
by Pope Paul VI 1968
4.56
3k+ ratings
The Lost Art of True Beauty
by Leslie Ludy • 2010
True beauty doesn't start with a mirror. Scripture's pattern: self-forgetfulness, not self-esteem.
4.13
529
The Lost Art of True Beauty Summary
The Lost Art of True Beauty 87%
True beauty doesn't start with a mirror. Scripture's pattern: self-forgetfulness, not self-esteem.
by Leslie Ludy 2010
4.13
529 ratings
Good Work
by Howard Gardner • 2001
Genetics soars; journalism collapses. The difference is not technology or money, but alignment.
3.76
272
Good Work Summary
Good Work 87%
Genetics soars; journalism collapses. The difference is not technology or money, but alignment.
by Howard Gardner 2001
3.76
272 ratings
Men, Women, and the Mystery of Love
by Edward Sri • 2007
Love as an act of will: John Paul II’s frank playbook for dating, chastity, and marriage.
4.40
2k+
Men, Women, and the Mystery of Love Summary
Men, Women, and the Mystery of Love 87%
Love as an act of will: John Paul II’s frank playbook for dating, chastity, and marriage.
by Edward Sri 2007
4.40
2k+ ratings
Real Men Don't Text
by Ruthie Dean • 2013
Phone calls, not texts: one dating rule that screens out casual interest and attracts commitment.
3.93
167
Real Men Don't Text Summary
Real Men Don't Text 87%
Phone calls, not texts: one dating rule that screens out casual interest and attracts commitment.
by Ruthie Dean 2013
3.93
167 ratings
The Global Sexual Revolution
by Gabriele Kuby • 2012
The global push for unlimited sexual rights is not freedom: it is a blueprint for total control.
4.30
163
The Global Sexual Revolution Summary
The Global Sexual Revolution 87%
The global push for unlimited sexual rights is not freedom: it is a blueprint for total control.
by Gabriele Kuby 2012
4.30
163 ratings
Al-Ghazali on Disciplining the Soul and on Breaking the Two Desires
by Abu Hamid al-Ghazali • 1990
Why hunger is a spiritual technology and desire a discipline, from Islam's great psychologist.
4.58
639
Al-Ghazali on Disciplining the Soul and on Breaking the Two Desires Summary
Al-Ghazali on Disciplining the Soul and on Breaking the Two Desires 87%
Why hunger is a spiritual technology and desire a discipline, from Islam's great psychologist.
by Abu Hamid al-Ghazali 1990
4.58
639 ratings
Happiness and Contemplation
by Josef Pieper • 1957
We were made for contemplation: everything else, from work to politics, is just preparation.
4.45
248
Happiness and Contemplation Summary
Happiness and Contemplation 87%
We were made for contemplation: everything else, from work to politics, is just preparation.
by Josef Pieper 1957
4.45
248 ratings
To Heal a Fractured World
by Jonathan Sacks • 2007
Faith is not acceptance but a summons to responsibility: Jewish ethics of justice, love, and repair.
4.56
685
To Heal a Fractured World Summary
To Heal a Fractured World 87%
Faith is not acceptance but a summons to responsibility: Jewish ethics of justice, love, and repair.
by Jonathan Sacks 2007
4.56
685 ratings
The Dignity of Difference
by Jonathan Sacks • 2002
Universalism and tribalism are twin threats. Peace is built on particularity, not sameness.
4.28
577
The Dignity of Difference Summary
The Dignity of Difference 87%
Universalism and tribalism are twin threats. Peace is built on particularity, not sameness.
by Jonathan Sacks 2002
4.28
577 ratings
The Case against Perfection
by Michael J. Sandel • 2007
Genetic engineering really threatens: the humility and mutual obligation a decent society needs.
3.83
2k+
The Case against Perfection Summary
The Case against Perfection 87%
Genetic engineering really threatens: the humility and mutual obligation a decent society needs.
by Michael J. Sandel 2007
3.83
2k+ ratings
My Religion - What I Believe
by Leo Tolstoy • 1884
Jesus didn't teach about an afterlife. He taught nonresistance, poverty, and building heaven now.
4.08
812
My Religion - What I Believe Summary
My Religion - What I Believe 87%
Jesus didn't teach about an afterlife. He taught nonresistance, poverty, and building heaven now.
by Leo Tolstoy 1884
4.08
812 ratings
Who Am I to Judge?
by Edward Sri • 2016
The classical answer to moral relativism: a life of virtue that makes your reason unanswerable.
4.31
551
Who Am I to Judge? Summary
Who Am I to Judge? 87%
The classical answer to moral relativism: a life of virtue that makes your reason unanswerable.
by Edward Sri 2016
4.31
551 ratings
Every Man's Battle
by Stephen F. Arterburn • 2000
One reflex feeds the cycle of lust. Retrain it over six weeks, and the fight shifts.
3.89
7k+
Every Man's Battle Summary
Every Man's Battle 87%
One reflex feeds the cycle of lust. Retrain it over six weeks, and the fight shifts.
by Stephen F. Arterburn 2000
3.89
7k+ ratings
Groundwork of the Metaphysics of Morals
by Immanuel Kant • 1998
Morality comes not from outcomes or emotions but from a test any rational being can apply.
3.83
23k+
Groundwork of the Metaphysics of Morals Summary
Groundwork of the Metaphysics of Morals 87%
Morality comes not from outcomes or emotions but from a test any rational being can apply.
by Immanuel Kant 1998
3.83
23k+ ratings
Ethics for the Real World
by Ronald A. Howard • 2008
Small justifications unravel integrity. An advance ethical code stops the slide before it starts.
4.02
6k+
Ethics for the Real World Summary
Ethics for the Real World 87%
Small justifications unravel integrity. An advance ethical code stops the slide before it starts.
by Ronald A. Howard 2008
4.02
6k+ ratings
The Lord of the Rings and Philosophy
by Gregory Bassham • 2003
Free will, the Ring's corruption, and the rescue no one earned: philosophers on Middle-earth.
4.27
5k+
The Lord of the Rings and Philosophy Summary
The Lord of the Rings and Philosophy 87%
Free will, the Ring's corruption, and the rescue no one earned: philosophers on Middle-earth.
by Gregory Bassham 2003
4.27
5k+ ratings
The Minimalist Vegan
by Michael Ofei • 2017
Decluttering your home and diet: why the same principles work for both, and where to start.
3.70
267
The Minimalist Vegan Summary
The Minimalist Vegan 87%
Decluttering your home and diet: why the same principles work for both, and where to start.
by Michael Ofei 2017
3.70
267 ratings
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