Idolatry to Worship: Digging Up, Cutting Off and Planting - Paperback

Idolatry to Worship helps people understand and commit to a biblical process of change in their lives for the glory of God. It is also designed as a resource to disciple others. A biblical process of change includes digging up heart idols, cutting off sinful thoughts, words and actions, and planting both the gospel and measurable obedience. This is the only way we can truly escape the trap of idolatry and walk into the beauty of worship. Idolatry to Worship contains rich theology, a multitude of practical examples, and proven discipleship tools and training exercises. Readers will walk through the biblical concepts of hope, motivation, repentance, heart idols, temptation, beholding God's glory, accountability and forgiveness. This book will help you become more like Jesus in your sin struggles and trials. It will also equip you to disciple others in their sin struggles and trials.

"What is at the root of your sin? Why is it so hard to change? What must I do to grow and see lasting change? Tony Guinn answers those questions in this book. Disordered affections, or what Tony identifies as 'idols of the heart, ' are the enemies that entice us to sin. And Tony does a masterful job at showing how they work, causing us to sin and making change difficult. But, like a good biblical counselor, he is not satisfied merely to explain how idols work, but to equip you to deal with them. Read this book and find out how the Holy Spirit through His Word can move you from idolatry to worship."

Tim Pasma, Pastor at LaRue Baptist Church, LaRue, OH; Fellow with the Association of Certified Biblical Counselors; Member of the Board of Trustees for ACBC; frequent lecturer on counseling issues; author of Counsel for the Dying: Conversations at the Exit of Life

"Pastor Guinn has provided the church with a very accessible and very well written treatment on discipleship and sanctification. Too many books cut too many corners, trying to put one-verse band aids on our problems. Not so here! Pastor Guinn has a much broader and more biblical approach: looking specifically at the heart, and the sort of hopes and motivations that move to change it. Readers will find biblical insight as well as tangible exercises toward their growth in Christ, and how they can help others grow too!"

Dr. Nicholas Piotrowski, President Indianapolis Theological Seminary; author of several books and articles

"Tony's work in Idolatry to Worship is penetrating and rich. In nine short chapters he gets to the heart of idolatry and how it must be approached in order to remove its entrenched claws from human lives and drive them to the only source that can rid them of this depravity-Jesus the Lord of all and the healer of broken lives. The progression from idolatry to genuine worship is delineated carefully but clearly, without trite "one size fits all" answers but with thoughtful dialogue and biblical action plans. The appendices are immensely practical. I have assigned this reading to my seminary students on numerous occasions to help them understand this important topic in greater detail with very positive response. This is a refreshing approach to an age-old dilemma, and well worth the read and subsequent actions."

Rev. Dr. Jym Gregory, Lead Pastor at LifePoint Church: Adjunct Faculty Indianapolis Theological Seminary

"The primary objective of gospel-centered rescue mission ministry is to sow seeds and witness God's transformative power in men. With his unique approach to breaking down biblical practices into manageable portions, Pastor Tony Guinn facilitates a profound internal change in men. His innovative concept of Digging Up, Cutting Off, and Planting is a daily ritual that significantly impacts the men in our program, leading to enduring success in Christ."

Dennis H. Abrams, Wheeler Mission Addiction Recovery & Discipleship Direct