Read Excerpts from Our Book

The Root of the Problem (cover)This past Friday we posted an excerpt from the first chapter of our new book, The Root of the Problem: Why We Sin & How We Can Overcome. If you haven’t read it yet, you can find it here — Chapter 1: The Problem of Sin.

We plan to post an excerpt from each chapter every Friday. Later this week you will be able to read an excerpt from Chapter 2: “We’re Only Human.” Then check back each Friday for the latest updates.

You can come back and view excerpts from past weeks by clicking on the ‘Excerpts‘ link at the bottom of the page. And of course, if you would like to purchase a copy of the book, you can do so at the following link — The Root of the Problem: Why We Sin & How We Can Overcome.

The Root of the Problem: Chapter 1 – The Problem of Sin (Excerpt)

… Jesus’ work in dealing with sin was not limited simply to His providing forgiveness. Forgiveness is certainly important – it is essential, in fact, for the wages of sin is death (Romans 6:23). When we are forgiven, then through the grace of God we no longer stand to face the penalty for the sins we have committed. Those transgressions will not be remembered against us anymore. Thanks be to God for this fact!

But there is something else that Jesus provides for us in His death. It carries with it a charge that we have been given. Besides forgiveness of sins, Jesus also gives us freedom from sin.

Many do not understand this gift of freedom that Jesus has given. They desire forgiveness, but they also want to continue in their sin. They want the benefits of God’s grace without the responsibility of service to Christ… (p. 2)

You can read more about our freedom from the bondage of sin and our responsibility to remove sin from our lives in The Root of the Problem: Why We Sin & How We Can Overcome. Follow the link to learn more about the book and purchase your copy today!

New Affiliate Program

We are excited to announce the launch of the new Gospel Armory Affiliate program. The program is free and open to anyone who wishes to join. By becoming an affiliate, you can earn 10% or more from purchases made by someone you referred.

Becoming an affiliate is easy. If you already have a Paypal account, then all you need to do is sign-up for our affiliate program and receive your unique affiliate link through which you can direct people to our site. You can use that link to promote our products and get paid a percentage for every sale made from someone who clicks on your link.

The minimum payment for affiliate sales is 10%. But for a limited time, you can receive 15% for sales of our first book, The Root of the Problem: Why We Sin & How We Can Overcome.

To find out more about our new affiliate program, or to sign-up, visit our Affiliates page.

UPDATE (03.15.11): Suspending the Affiliate Program

“The Root of the Problem” – Official Release

The Root of the Problem (book cover)The first title from Gospel Armory is being officially released today – The Root of the Problem: Why We Sin & How We Can Overcome. Most of the ones who pre-ordered this book have already received their copy. If you ordered already and haven’t received it yet, your copy is on its way and you can expect to see it any day. After you have a chance to read it, we would welcome any comments you have about the book.

If you haven’t ordered your copy yet, click on the link above where you can read more about this book and place your order. This would also make a good gift. So pick up a copy for yourself, and while you’re at it, get a couple extra copies to give to others.

Thanks!

“The Root of the Problem” – Now Available for Pre-order

You can now pre-order your copy of The Root of the Problem: Why We Sin & How We Can Overcome by Andy Sochor. More information is available by clicking on the link.

What Is This Book About?

This book deals with the universal problem of sin. In particular, it is about how Christians can overcome sin as we have been called to do. Whenever we sin, it is because we have made the choice to do so.

Why do we make that choice to sin? There are many reasons why we sin. If we hope to overcome sin, we must recognize the reasons we choose to sin and learn how to overcome and choose to do what is right. This book contains chapters dealing with various reasons why we sin:

  • Failing to see sin for what it is
  • Ignorance
  • Deception
  • Rebellion
  • Arrogance
  • Peer Pressure
  • Impatience
  • Materialism
  • Curiosity
  • Not filling our lives with good things
  • Failure to prioritize
  • Difficult circumstances
  • Making sin a habit
  • Lack of self-control
  • Lack of urgency
  • Lack of love for man
  • Lack of love for God
  • No fear of God

All of these can be reasons why we sin, but they are not excuses for sin. So these chapters not only discuss the reasons for sin, but also what we can do combat them so that we can remove sin from our lives.

Why Should You Read It?

Do you find that you struggle with certain sins? Do you face temptations that are, at times, difficult to overcome? Do you want to be better equipped to encourage others in their battles against sin? Do you want to grow to become more like Jesus Christ, the sinless Son of God?

If you answered “yes” to any of those questions, then pick up a copy of The Root of the Problem, read it, and learn how to identify the causes of sin and how to root out those causes from your life.