Flirting With the Forbidden: Finding Grace in a World of Temptation

Steven James

Language: English

Publisher: Revell

Published: Feb 1, 2012

Description:

In our fallen world, temptation is normal. We run into it every day and we all are susceptible to falling victim to its enticements. We're tempted to cheat on our taxes, milk the clock, lust after someone other than our spouse, dishonor our parents, lie to our friends, covet our neighbor's trip to Europe. But just because we must live with temptation doesn't mean we have to let it master us.

In Flirting with the Forbidden, bestselling author Steven James reminds readers that we are always just one step away from bowing to temptation, that we all share the same potential and propensity for evil. Combining powerful first-person narratives from Scripture with thought-provoking reflections on temptation, discipleship, and grace, James helps readers grow in discernment and reliance on the Holy Spirit and develop a deeper, more intimate walk with Christ.

From the Back Cover

In this world, temptation lurks around every corner. And every day we are in danger of falling victim to its enticements.

But just because we must live with temptation doesn't mean we have to let it master us.

In Flirting with the Forbidden, critically-acclaimed author Steven James combines powerful first-person narratives from Scripture with thought-provoking reflections on temptation, discipleship, and grace to help you grow in discernment and develop a deeper, more intimate walk with Christ.

Praise for Steven James

"A journey full of wonder, tears, joy, despair, and hope revealed through the eyes and heart of a storyteller."--Publishers Weekly, starred review of Story

"A potpourri of language and imagery, mingled to delicious effect . . . breaking through the numbness of familiarity to expose the wonder and adventure God offers."--BookPage

"James's luxuriant writing is deeply perceptive of the divinity, humanity, and mystery of Christ."--CBA Retailers + Resources

"One of America's most brilliant young authors."--ChristianBookPreviews.com

Steven James has written more than thirty books, including Story, A Heart Exposed, and the bestselling Patrick Bowers thriller series. He is considered one of the nation's most innovative storytellers and versatile authors, and is a contributing editor to Writer's Digest. Steven lives in Tennessee with his wife and three daughters.

About the Author

Critically acclaimed author Steven James has written more than thirty books, including Story, A Heart Exposed, and the bestselling Patrick Bowers thriller series. He is considered one of the nation's most innovative storytellers and versatile authors, and is a contributing editor to Writer's Digest. Steven lives in Tennessee with his wife and three daughters.