Saved to Sin No More: How Union with Christ Empowers a Life of Holiness

by Brad Wetherell

How Life in Christ Helps Fight Sin, Guilt, and Fear

Many Christians know what it's like to feel worn down in the fight against sin. Others quietly settle into apathy, growing comfortable with the patterns they once resisted. What will free us to live a life of heartfelt obedience to Jesus Christ, pursuing him, and becoming more like him? Scripture points us to a single, liberating hope, with the power to free us for good.

Encouraging for new Christians and lifelong believers, this book explores how union with Christ offers lasting freedom and hope, both in this life and beyond the grave. Chapter by chapter, pastor and author Brad Wetherell walks listeners through key biblical passages, showing that in Christ we can marvel at the miracle of conversion, fight sin with greater confidence, and rest in the riches of God's glorious grace.

Explores Union with Revealing how it brings peace with God, power to fight sin, and freedom to pursue holiness Each chapter features a key biblical passage to illuminate the importance and value of our inseparable relationship with Jesus This concise book is perfect for new believers and seasoned saints who feel worn down in the fight against sin

Genres: Theology, Christian, Christian Living, Nonfiction, Christianity

160 pages, Paperback

Published February 24, 2026

Reviews

[BookLoverAmanda · Rating 4 out of 5]

Saved to Sin No More - Brad Wetherell
4 Stars
Blog Review Post: https://bookloveramanda.blogspot.com/...

Quote: "Sin is our most significant struggles. Whatever else may trouble us and threaten us, nothing else compares to the power and effects of sin. It rules over us from birth, condemns us before God, and destines us for everlasting death. On our own, we are helpless against it (Rom. 7:23-24) So praise God that we are not on our own. We are united with Christ. In Christ, we have come under the rule of grace, we are justified in God's sight, and we are destined for everlasting life (Rom 5:21). And whenever we trip, stumble, and fall into sin (as we often do), we do not fall out of Christ. We are united with him forever (Rom. 8:38-39)

I got a lot out of this Christian Non-Fiction. When I feel like I am constantly failing in striving in my faith....scripture points us to the liberating hope in Christ that has the power to free us for good. Pastor Brad Wetherell walked through many biblical passages sharing so much about our struggles in sin, when we fall into temptations -- what does God's word say? How can we combat spiritual warfare? How can we ask for forgiveness? How can we submit to God's authority? How can we be in union with Him? How can we resist the temptations?

He reminds us to remember our story. Where did we start? Where are we now in Christ? How did the Lord move us to glory in Christ? Brad wrote about sin in a truthful, understanding way. He reminds us that God can transform what has been tarnished. He has delivered us from darkness. We are united with Christ and we strive to pursue righteousness. We can embrace God's authority. It's a daily battle but in Christ was can engage this battle in all the confidence in Christ. Sin will no longer have dominion over us!

Highly recommend this book!

Thank you to Crossway for a gifted copy of this book to honestly read and review. All thoughts are my own.

[Lia Ross Reads · Rating 5 out of 5]

Best book I’ve read all year (so far)

WOW! Short book but so powerful and encouraging.


“The greatest gift of union with Christ, is Christ himself”

[Kevin Halloran · Rating 5 out of 5]

I remember being a younger Christian and hearing people say, “Christ has set us free from the power of sin,” and thinking, Amen! But what on earth does that actually mean? After all, who can say they feel free from the power of sin in this life?

Brad Wetherell has written Saved to Sin No More: How Union with Christ Empowers a Life of Holiness to help us understand what this means and how we can live it out. I’ve known Brad personally for a couple of decades—as a friend, classmate, and now as my pastor. I’m thankful for his faith, wisdom, leadership, and gift of teaching. This book grows out of Brad’s doctoral work at Southern Seminary on union with Christ, as well as a sermon series he preached at our church, The Orchard, in suburban Chicago.

This short book focuses mainly on Romans 5 and 6, explaining what it means to be united to Christ and how that union empowers a life of holiness. Union with Christ is not always the easiest doctrine to understand or explain, but Brad does a fantastic job making it clear, relevant, and practical through helpful illustrations and careful use of Scripture.

This quote could summarize the whole message of the book: “Union with Christ refers to the believer’s position in Christ established at conversion, experienced in all of life, and enjoyed forever. It is the source of every spiritual blessing, the power for the pursuit of holiness, and the bedrock of our assurance of salvation.”

I read this book with a men’s small group, and we found it to be a very helpful resource and conversation starter as we talked honestly about our battle against sin and our need to find our identity in Christ in every part of life. So if you’re looking for an accessible yet doctrinally rich book that will help you pursue holiness and treasure your relationship with Christ more deeply, I’m happy to recommend Saved to Sin No More.

[Dr. David Steele · Rating 5 out of 5]

Some doctrines are tragically overlooked. One of those overlooked doctrines is
union with Christ. Dr. Brad Wetherell seeks to revive this precious doctrine in his book,
Saved to Sin No More.

Wetherell’s definition of this critical doctrine is set forth at the beginning of his
work: "Union with Christ refers to the believer’s position in Christ established at conver-
sion, experienced in all of life, and enjoyed forever." This doctrine is explained in clear
terms and is undergirded by the doctrines of grace.

The author highlights the central themes of our union with Christ by pointing
readers to key texts in Romans 5-6. He underscores the great benefit that believers en-
joy, which goes beyond mere salvation. Rather, he points to the gospel realities that
focus on sanctification, Christian growth, and battling sin with a holy passion.
Students of Martyn Lloyd-Jones will be pleased with pertinent citations that em-
phasize our union with Christ. Wetherell reminds readers of the hope that we possess
in Christ: “He has made us fruitful, pruning what is evil from our lives and producing
what is good. He has guaranteed our future, promising to bring us through this life
and into the glories of the life to come.”

I especially encourage new believers to carefully study the precious treasures that
are explored in this book. My hope is that Saved to Sin No More will encourage Christ-
centered passion to reach a crescendo in the lives of many. Soli Deo gloria!

I received this book free from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive
review.

[Joshua Chatman · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was rich! Concise, biblical, theological, and really edifying.

He gives a clear and concise definition of union with Christ, which is: the believer’s position in Christ, established at conversion, experienced in all of life, and enjoyed forever.”

He unpacks the implications of this doctrine, and specifically how it impacts our sanctification. It’s honest, encouraging, and pastoral.

This book is a great resource for those who have walked with the Lord for years and for new believers.

[Christine · Rating 5 out of 5]

A short and sweet book on the doctrine of union with Christ (my fave). In 7 chapters the author goes through if we are in Christ, what we are saved to. ❤️ Very encouraging

[Shannon Peterson · Rating 4 out of 5]

“A fish is only free when it is bound to the sea”

Easy to read, practical.

[Emily Anderson · Rating 5 out of 5]

How good is it to be reminded of the assurance of salvation and hope that we have in Jesus! This book was a joyful reminder of all the truths that come with being united with Christ and the freedom and joy that are available to us through his death and resurrection.

[Beth · Rating 4 out of 5]

“Union with Christ refers to the believer’s position in Christ established at conversion, experienced in all of life, and enjoyed forever.”

“… a life apart from God’s authority is not freedom — it’s slavery to that tyrant called sin (John 8:34). But Christ releases us from sin’s grasp, unites us to himself, and brings us under the authority of the Father.”

This book presents a concise and powerful exploration of our union with Christ upon conversion. In 125 pages Wetherell expounds upon the sanctification of believers as we walk in the way of Jesus. Oh, how I look forward to that blessed day when my sanctification will be complete! I found this book to be edifying and encouraging. This would be a great read for those who have been Christians for years as well as those who are new believers.

Thank you, @crosswaybooks for a complimentary copy of this book! All opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own.

[Troy Solava · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great, concise, and pastoral book on a big doctrine- Union with Christ. I love when a theological work can be written biblically, concisely, and with real life in mind!

There are so many good illustrations in this book, that I can’t wait to use. This book’s strengths are on its overall introduction/definition of union with Christ, its walking through Romans 6, and its help on how to apply union with Christ to resist sin.

“Union with Christ refers to the believers position in Christ established at conversion, experienced in all of life, and enjoyed forever.”

[Zak Mellgren · Rating 4 out of 5]

“This is a book about doctrine.”

So begins Brad Wetherell’s 125 page meditation on our union with Christ. Hardly the most tantalizing opening sentence to a book. But doctrine, he argues, is not stuffy or boring. Christian doctrine - truth about God - is never dull. Rightly understood, it is glorious, exciting, and profoundly impactful upon our every day lives. Saved to Sin No More is a book about the doctrine of your union with Christ - and Wetherell will help you see what a wonderful doctrine it is.

See my full review here: https://zakmellgren.substack.com/p/sa...

Thanks to Crossway for providing a free copy in exchange for an honest review.

[Anna Joy Anderson · Rating 4 out of 5]

A simple book with truths I’ve heard 1,000 times. But I need to be reminded of them 1,000 more times. God really is so good.

[Rachel · Rating 5 out of 5]

A beautiful book full of grace and truth.

[Josiah Dame · Rating 5 out of 5]

“ also remember this truth the next time you feel frustrated about someone else’s progress. That brother will get there, and that sister will be chatting too. So how can you help him to encourage her along the way?” Great takeaway as we call to walk along with other sinners in pursuit of holiness. 5:5 good read.

[Dan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Third book on Union with Christ...best one so far.

[Elaine Willis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Having followed Kristen Wetherell for a while, I was eager to request this book on NetGalley when I saw it become available. Why are we saved? What exactly is the purpose & outcome of our salvation? What does salvation enable us to do? If you've ever found yourself wondering these thoughts or if you find yourself in a low place, this message of this book would be a well-timed read. Brad Wetherell takes the various occurrences of the phrase "in Christ" & carefully explains just how our salvation should impact our daily lives. We are not just saved to escape God's wrath, although we should be humbled & grateful for that mercy. We are saved to live in Christ by the power of the Holy Spirit to bring glory to God. This book gives a very practical look at how that translates to everyday life.

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 stars

This is a very short but powerful book - describing what a post-conversion life can (and should) look like. Think of it as a spiritual primer on some basic theological truths.

What makes the book so good is not that it is particularly new, but that it is profoundly clear. Brad Wetherell has been gifted with the ability to see analogies of the Christian life everywhere, and the book is full of them. It actually stirred my heart a lot to get back into teaching because that's the way I thought and taught as well. It was very impactful when I taught the Bible, and those analogies work the same way here. They are powerful and memorable.

(My favorite, in case the author is reading this, is the one about working in the same building as your old company. I will take that one with me in my own fight against sin!)

Additionally, I find a lot of the books from Crossway/ the reformed crowd to be angry and rigid - this one felt kind and gracious.

My only -.5 was the lack of emphasis on the Holy Spirit, the dunamis behind the ability to do these things. The first step is to think, to ponder identity, etc, but there is the same resurrection power that raised Christ from the dead living in us! He deserves a whole chapter in a book like this.

The audio book is read by the author and is really easy to listen to. I listened to it in one Saturday morning at the gym and cleaning my house.

If you are someone who wants to read more practical theology books, or maybe you're like me and are out of the habit of reading Christian books and want to get back into it, this is a GREAT entry ramp.

[Michelle Kidwell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Saved to Sin No More
How Union with Christ Empowers a Life of Holiness
by Brad Wetherell
Pub DateFeb 24 2026
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I am reviewing a copy of Saved to Sin No More, through Crossway and Netgalley:


Many Christians know what it is like to feel worn down against sin. Others quietly settle into apathy, growing comfortable with the patterns they once resisted. What is it that we need to live a life of heartfelt obedience to Jesus Christ, pursuing him, and becoming more like him? Scripture points us to a single, liberating hope, with the power to free us for good. 



This book is encouraging for new Christians and lifelong believers, this book explores how union with Christ offers lasting freedom and hope, both in this life and beyond the grave. Pastor and author Brad Wetherell walks readers through key biblical passages, showing that in Christ we can marvel at the miracle of conversion, fight sin with greater confidence, and rest in the riches of God’s glorious grace.



I give Saved to Sin No More five out of five stars!


Happy Reading!

[Emily Waits (emilylovesreading_) · Rating 5 out of 5]

(I received a complimentary copy of this title from the publisher. All opinions expressed are my own.)

I love Kristen Wetherell, so I was really excited to read this book from her husband, Brad Wetherell!

The doctrine of union with Christ can be often overlooked, so I really appreciated seeing this book released. “Saved to Sin No More” is short at 125 pages but extremely rich, edifying, and powerful.

This book was such an encouragement to me! I would highly recommend this book as a resource to explain this doctrine in greater depth to new believers, and I would highly recommend this book for people who have walked with Christ for a long, long time.

If you’re looking for a biblically sound book on union with Christ, I couldn’t recommend this title to you enough!

[SK · Rating 4 out of 5]

I recently read John Mark Comer's Practicing the Way, a book that exhorts believers to be like Jesus in thought, word, and deed. While reading that book, I kept asking myself, how is it that the believer is empowered to "become like Jesus" and to "do and he did," given our fallen nature and proclivity toward sin? This question is never properly addressed in Practicing the Way, but it is helpfully and thoughtfully answered here in Saved to Sin No More by Brad Wetherell. Only through our union with Christ are we empowered to become like Christ. I'm thankful for this book.

[Lianna Davis · Rating 4 out of 5]

My favorite quote from this book is: “…when God brings you into union with Christ, he will not let you out.” Amen. That has been my experience as well. Though sin and failure have at times felt like a threat to my relationship with the Lord, still He has not let me go.

I found wisdom and scriptural insight in this brief book. I especially appreciate an author who can write about sin truthfully — without condemnation. That balance is deeply needed.

For me, the ending served as the clearest reminder: we are to pursue the Person of Jesus. In our union with Christ through His shed blood, we have communion with Him. That is both our security and our joy.

[Marta Woltjer · Rating 5 out of 5]

“The greatest gift of union with Christ is Christ himself.”

This book stirred in me a desire for deeper communion with the One in whom we are united. Brad Wetherell made this truth real, beautiful, comforting and empowering to pursue holiness out of gratitude for what’s already been immeasurably lavished upon us.

For those wrestling with assurance, longing for renewed zeal in the fight against flesh, or wondering what the true spiritual blessings of being in Christ actually are, why they matter, and how they shape daily faith—this book is a compelling, steady anchor.

[E · Rating 3 out of 5]

I'm torn about books like this, a perfectly pedestrian exposition of parts of Romans 5–7. Does this book introduce anything fresh or insightful? No, not really. Did it thus need to be published? Probably not. Would the church grow in leaps and bounds if everyone heard sermons like this week in and week out? Absolutely! So perhaps the book is needed after all, to remind us of the basics of sanctification.

Wetherell can be a dry writer, and yet the biblical material is a gold mine, so even with flat writing the gospel will be heard. For that we can all certainly be grateful.

[Tanusha Attanti · Rating 5 out of 5]

Short and incredible read. I personally love diving deeper into this doctrine of our union with Christ and found that this direct application to the believer’s ongoing battle against sin was intriguing. Our union with Christ plays a significant role in our lives as believers to both provide assurance of salvation and ongoing empowerment and comfort to fight against sin. Kept thinking about this book while I wasn’t reading it which goes to show that it’s a phenomenal resource. 10/10 would recommend!

[Summer Culver · Rating 5 out of 5]

We are no longer slaves to sin! For anyone struggling with sin, temptation or seeking to grow in their walk with the Lord this is the book I would hand them. It was a short read, but every sentence was meaningful and deeply important! It makes you want to keep running to Christ and praising Him for the work He is doing in our hearts and minds through saving us from sin and Satan. "For in Christ, along with all the ransomed church of God, we are saved to sin no more." PRAISE GOD!

[Ashlee Schmidt · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book explores how union with Christ offers the believer lasting freedom from sin and hope for increased fruitfulness. Brad Wetherell invites the reader to consider our how death and new life in Christ aids us in our fight against sin, gives us confidence as we pursue godliness, and encourages us to rest in the riches of God's goodness and grace.

[Sharon]

A clear and simple explanation of Union with Christ, written to help the believer delight in Jesus our Savior.

This is a great book for lay-people to remember and be refreshed by the truths of who we are as new creations.

[Taylor · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such an amazing little book. Wetherell does an incredible job of giving a huge range of small glimpses into the implications of our union with Christ. An extremely readable, practical, and thoroughly Christ-centered book. A must read for biblical mentors and counselors.

[K_Lew · Rating 5 out of 5]

Honestly an amazing book that does way more than to tell you how not to sin, but dives into who God is and what does it mean to have a relationship with Him.

[Chase Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read. Short, clear, and deeply needed for our day. Wetherell holds truth and grace in a healthy tension without compromising either. One of the best modern works on sanctification I’ve read.