Hope and Holiness: How the Gospel Enables and Empowers Sexual Purity

by John Fonville, Michael S Horton (Foreword)

No amount of rules, software filters, or accountability talks can bring the healing we need. The war against sexual immorality—which begins in our minds and hearts—cannot be won by trying harder to modify our behavior. This will always leave us feeling defeated and discouraged. But we can win victory by knowing our identity in Christ. We gain clarity and power through the Holy Spirit to overcome sexual temptation as we truly grasp the gospel—what God has done for us and in us. And it’s necessary to have the gospel regularly preached to us and to regularly preach the gospel to ourselves in order to experience consistent victory. In Hope and Holiness , author John Fonville shows that the gospel, not practical steps or more self-discipline, is God’s provision for the power to live a life of sexual purity. And it is available to every Christian. With a shepherding heart and theological acumen, Fonville answers essential questions for all who desire to honor God with their minds, hearts, and Who are we? What is the body? and Who is God? Fonville sets us on a desperately needed joyful path of renewed strength and faith-filled purity.

Genres: Christian

192 pages, Paperback

Published November 1, 2022

Reviews

[Cover Lover Book Review · Rating 4 out of 5]

Hope and Holiness reveals the message in 1 Corinthians about sexual immorality. Our bodies are for God. We are members of the body of Christ. God is in us, and we should glorify Him in spirit and body.

But overall, this book isn’t about trying our best to change our ways. It’s to show and glorify God. To remind us of His presence in all we do and to accept His love and grace, to forgive ourselves, and to live a wholesome life in Him. Only He can provide that grace, forgiveness, and guidance.

The content of this book is good, but the font is a bit small for my taste. Wearing my readers was a must.

First Line: “My husband and I lived a lie in our relationship and marriage for almost ten years,” a woman confessed to me after a church service.
Genre: Non-Fiction, Christian Relationships
Author: John Fonville
Page Count: 192

#CoverLoverBookReview received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions are 100% mine.

[Alfred Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book deals with the issue most ministries never mention to those struggling with sexual sin (or any sin I would even say). I give you one word. Union. Union in Christ is rarely mentioned in Christianity today which makes this book so important which is unfortunate because this book is so unrated. Many Christians would feel at rest in Christ knowing these central truths of the gospel. I will not spoil it for you. If you haven't heard of union with Christ, I would highly recommend you read this book. It will take your eyes off yourself and also fix your eyes on Jesus. It's mindblowing and refreshing with a gush of gospel awe. If you "do not know" the Union we have in Christ, read this book.

[LauraLee Zig · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of the best books on Christian living I've ever read.

[Alex · Rating 4 out of 5]

One of the best books I've read on the subject

[Johnny Zacchio jr. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Incredible!