Stop Behaving: A Gospel-Centered Devotional for Change That Lasts

by Jerrad Lopes

Follow Jesus, Not Rules Whatever you struggle with as a guy—anger, pornography, lying, lust, or something else—you won’t overcome these pitfalls by simply trying harder to do what’s right or following arbitrary guidelines. You don’t need more rules. You need Jesus to change your heart. This four-week devotional will help point you toward Christ and the gospel as the catalysts for real change, the kind that not only modifies your behavior but transforms your heart and mind. Each week features five short devotions from Jerrad Lopes (creator and host of the popular Dad Tired podcast), room to write down your own daily thoughts and prayers, small group study questions, and a day to rest, pray, and reflect on what God is teaching you. Break the demoralizing cycle of trying and failing. Instead, learn how to start walking in God’s grace. Spend thirty days discovering the difference in your life when you stop behaving and start following Jesus,  

224 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 2, 2021

Reviews

[Frank Natoli · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent book.

Drove a lot of change in my life.

A bit more “brother-y” than I’m used to so it definitely fits how some Christians are used to talking better than others (I was raised in the Catholic Church mostly, but not exclusively). Not detrimental though, look past that.

Not necessary, but I would recommend doing with others or having a group to do day 6 with. I think it can add to the experience, though I didn’t have this and it didn’t ruin the experience for me or anything.

Would recommend to any man that needs to re-center his life. Just what I needed. Remember men, it’s not all about us. Be strong!

Thanks Jerrad!

FN