Respectable Sins: Confronting the Sins We Tolerate
by: Jerry Bridges
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As Christians, we believe that all sins are considered equal in God's eyes. Yet while evangelicals continue to decry the Big Ones--such as abortion, adultery, and violence--we often overlook more deceptive sins.
It seems we have created a sliding scale where gossip, jealousy, and selfishness comfortably exist within the church. In short, some sins have simply become acceptable.
Acclaimed author Jerry Bridges believes that just as culture has lost the concept of sin, the church faces the same danger. Jerry writes not from a sense of achievement, but from the trenches of his own personal battles. Drawing from scriptural truth, he sheds light on subtle behaviors that can derail our spiritual growth.
Throughout, Jerry encourages victory over personal sin through the gospel's transforming power. This release is perfect for readers who long to thoughtfully examine their lives and discover a deeper walk with God.
As Christians, we believe that all sins are considered equal in God's eyes. Yet while evangelicals continue to decry the Big Ones--such as abortion, adultery, and violence--we often overlook more deceptive sins.
It seems we have created a sliding scale where gossip, jealousy, and selfishness comfortably exist within the church. In short, some sins have simply become acceptable.
Acclaimed author Jerry Bridges believes that just as culture has lost the concept of sin, the church faces the same danger. Jerry writes not from a sense of achievement, but from the trenches of his own personal battles. Drawing from scriptural truth, he sheds light on subtle behaviors that can derail our spiritual growth.
Throughout, Jerry encourages victory over personal sin through the gospel's transforming power. This release is perfect for readers who long to thoughtfully examine their lives and discover a deeper walk with God.
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Rating: 
- I like the title and the author
I haven't begun the book yet but the title sounds great and the author is amazing with his other books. I'm sure it is very good.
Rating: - Thoughtful reading and humbling
our efforts to mature outside of the word of God is hopeless, but if we commit to scripture and have turned to Christ, the Holy Spirit will renew our minds Romans 12:1,2, and will lead us, and correct us, and will direct us into all truth.
The book was a thoughtful and humbling examination of the sins we tolerate in our own lives. It's focus is on the pursuit of holiness and godly living for everyday situations with a concentrated approach on what the bible says.Practical and biblically ... Read More
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- confused but convicting
This is a convicting book.The first 4 or 5 chapters are well done with a few exceptions (e.g., a sentence in the middle of pg. 28 that reads modalistic).Chapter 7 is, at the very least, interesting.At first I disagreed with Bridges' premise that ungodliness (as he defined it) is more basic than pride.Then he started to convince me.But I'm probably back to disagreeing.
The weakest chapters are chapters 8 and 9.They display all the confusion I've come to expect from a Calvinist.... Read More
Rating: - Spiritually Thought provoking
Respectable Sins is a good reminder that we are all sinners, however, the good news is that when we repent, God forgives us and we are washed clean. It is another tool to help us become more like Christ and it is particularly helpful in a group study. I didn't think the questions in the study guide are as deep as the book itself. Could generate more discussion on just the book alone without the study guide.
Rating: 
- Awesome must read
I remember reading Bridges some 30 years ago. Back then he was a breathe of fresh air for our congregeation. With this book he exceeded all expectations. I think this is among his best book. It was convicting and piercing. As far as I am concerned it is a must read for every disciple.
- I like the title and the authorI haven't begun the book yet but the title sounds great and the author is amazing with his other books. I'm sure it is very good.
- Thoughtful reading and humblingour efforts to mature outside of the word of God is hopeless, but if we commit to scripture and have turned to Christ, the Holy Spirit will renew our minds Romans 12:1,2, and will lead us, and correct us, and will direct us into all truth.
The book was a thoughtful and humbling examination of the sins we tolerate in our own lives. It's focus is on the pursuit of holiness and godly living for everyday situations with a concentrated approach on what the bible says.Practical and biblically ... Read More
- confused but convictingThis is a convicting book.The first 4 or 5 chapters are well done with a few exceptions (e.g., a sentence in the middle of pg. 28 that reads modalistic).Chapter 7 is, at the very least, interesting.At first I disagreed with Bridges' premise that ungodliness (as he defined it) is more basic than pride.Then he started to convince me.But I'm probably back to disagreeing.
The weakest chapters are chapters 8 and 9.They display all the confusion I've come to expect from a Calvinist.... Read More
- Spiritually Thought provokingRespectable Sins is a good reminder that we are all sinners, however, the good news is that when we repent, God forgives us and we are washed clean. It is another tool to help us become more like Christ and it is particularly helpful in a group study. I didn't think the questions in the study guide are as deep as the book itself. Could generate more discussion on just the book alone without the study guide.
- Awesome must readI remember reading Bridges some 30 years ago. Back then he was a breathe of fresh air for our congregeation. With this book he exceeded all expectations. I think this is among his best book. It was convicting and piercing. As far as I am concerned it is a must read for every disciple.
