Steering Clearbook cover

Steering Clear

June 01, 20241 min read

Steering Clear Book Cover

Steering Clear:

Avoiding the Slippery Slope to Moral Failure

Most people never plan on moral compromise. Instead, it begins innocently and subtly, with a flirtatious conversation or the click of a mouse. The mind dwells on the temptation, and soon enough the fantasy becomes a reality. Then comes the downward spiral of rationalization and denial, of addiction and guilt. Though we may retreat into our defenses and ignore the red flags, inevitably the truth comes to light and we suffer the consequences. In the wake of the crash are shattered lives, broken marriages and ruined ministries. As more and more Christians find themselves trapped in patterns of sexual, emotional and financial sin, the church desperately needs resources for prevention, intervention and restoration. Psychologist Earl D. Wilson provides a penetrating look at the slippery slope to moral failure, uncovering how our self-delusions fuel ethical compromise. With psychological and biblical insight he identifies how distorted thinking leads to secretive behavior, and he describes effective strategies for breaking bad habits. Only by bringing such things to light can we open the door to true repentence, change and freedom. Here is practical help for those who want to get off and stay off the slippery slope, as well as hope and healing for those picking up the pieces after a crash. Though the road may not be easy, forgiveness and wholeness are possible. This book serves as an essential companion for those who want to live with integrity and those who minister to them.

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Dr. Mark Laaser holds a PhD in religion and psychology from the University of Iowa and a Mdiv from Princeton Theological Seminary. He is an internationally known author and speaker who has written six books including Healing the Wounds of Sexual Addiction and Talking to Your Kids About Sex. He is also an adjunct faculty member at several graduate schools. He and his wife, Debra, started Faithful and True Ministries to counsel couples healing from sexual addiction.

Mark Laaser

Dr. Mark Laaser holds a PhD in religion and psychology from the University of Iowa and a Mdiv from Princeton Theological Seminary. He is an internationally known author and speaker who has written six books including Healing the Wounds of Sexual Addiction and Talking to Your Kids About Sex. He is also an adjunct faculty member at several graduate schools. He and his wife, Debra, started Faithful and True Ministries to counsel couples healing from sexual addiction.

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