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Chapter 1
Sexual Disorders
The Problem
Sexual disorders are compelling, mysterious, and especially
problematic. With alcoholism or drug abuse, the person can
simply stop using the substance. However, we are sexual
beings to our core, and not having sex simply isn't a good
answer. The longer we go without it, the more we are
compelled to act it out in some way. Therefore it is in our face
every day.
Another important feature of sex is that it is meant to be
intensely interpersonal. Anything else prevents it from being
truly fulfilling.
This feature of sex is one reason why sexual disorders are so
mysterious. If there is something that blocks us from
engaging in it in the way it was designed, it is frustrating. We
want to be fulfilled, but find that to be impossible. When we
engage in it, we sense inside that it was less than it was
meant to be. This is intensely frustrating.
You might be wondering why your faith in Jesus hasn't been
able to set you free. How come your faith hasn't given you
the victorious life Jesus promised?
Some Promises
After all, Jesus promised:
You probably know many more promises in the Bible.
What Is Wrong?
Somehow, the promises seem greater than the reality you are
experiencing.
Is this the way it should be?
How come your faith it isn't working?
These are reasonable questions.
In fact, they are the right questions.
There Is An Answer
All the above scriptures really are true.
However, you just need detailed instructions as to how to
appropriate Jesus' provision into your life, so you can be set
free.
Sexual issues are extremely diverse, but I have found that
they all relate to how a person feels about
themselves. Somehow, their self-image got damaged.
People who have a healthy and accurate view of themselves
do not suffer from sexual dysfunction.
So the question that needs to be answered for you is: what is
amiss in your sense of self?
My book "I Will Give You Rest" addresses the whole array of
human struggles that Jesus can heal. The chapter order is
for the majority of needs.
However, your specific issue needs specific attention, and so
I would recommend that you read the book in a different
order.
Recommended Sequence
I would recommend that you start with Chapter 9, which will
show you how a person's view of themselves goes awry.
There is a profound reason for this, and you need to
understand the cause before you can apply the cure.
Then go to Chapter 12, which describes that part of you that
is most real.
Then go to Chapter 11, which will identify a powerful tool that
you possess that is indispensable in your healing journey.
Finally, go back to Chapter 2 and read the rest of the chapters
in order.
Your Journey
I would recommend that you write down somewhere this
revised sequence of chapters so that you will not forget it -
remember, 9, 12, 11, 2. Of course, you can always come
back here if you forget.
Be aware that when you read the chapters out of order, you
will bump into some terms with which you are not familiar,
because they were taught in earlier chapters which you have
not yet read.
However, this should not interfere with the main messages in
the chapters you are reading out of order.
You are free to spend as much time as you like on
this website, and you can jump in and out as your
schedule gives you time to read. When you come
back, you can just take up where you left off by
clicking on the appropriate chapter in the links on the
left of the web pages.
One advantage of reading the book on the website is
that it is very private. Sexual issues are intensely
personal and private.
No one will know that you are seeking help for a
sexual problem.
Links to:
Chapter 9
Chapter 12
Chapter 11
The Book In Print
The book is also available in print. You can buy a copy at any
time by clicking here, (or on the "Buy A Book" link on the
left of each web page).
Copyright 2008 Edward Kurath
Sexual Disorders
The Problem
Sexual disorders are compelling, mysterious, and especially
problematic. With alcoholism or drug abuse, the person can
simply stop using the substance. However, we are sexual
beings to our core, and not having sex simply isn't a good
answer. The longer we go without it, the more we are
compelled to act it out in some way. Therefore it is in our face
every day.
Another important feature of sex is that it is meant to be
intensely interpersonal. Anything else prevents it from being
truly fulfilling.
This feature of sex is one reason why sexual disorders are so
mysterious. If there is something that blocks us from
engaging in it in the way it was designed, it is frustrating. We
want to be fulfilled, but find that to be impossible. When we
engage in it, we sense inside that it was less than it was
meant to be. This is intensely frustrating.
You might be wondering why your faith in Jesus hasn't been
able to set you free. How come your faith hasn't given you
the victorious life Jesus promised?
Some Promises
After all, Jesus promised:
….where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty (2
Corinthians 3:1, all NKJV).
He has sent Me to heal the brokenhearted . . .
To proclaim liberty to the captives . . .
To set at liberty those who are oppressed . . . (Luke 4:
18).
For My yoke is easy and My burden is light (Matthew 11:
30).
I will give you rest (Matthew 11:28).
You probably know many more promises in the Bible.
What Is Wrong?
Somehow, the promises seem greater than the reality you are
experiencing.
Is this the way it should be?
How come your faith it isn't working?
These are reasonable questions.
In fact, they are the right questions.
There Is An Answer
All the above scriptures really are true.
However, you just need detailed instructions as to how to
appropriate Jesus' provision into your life, so you can be set
free.
Sexual issues are extremely diverse, but I have found that
they all relate to how a person feels about
themselves. Somehow, their self-image got damaged.
People who have a healthy and accurate view of themselves
do not suffer from sexual dysfunction.
So the question that needs to be answered for you is: what is
amiss in your sense of self?
My book "I Will Give You Rest" addresses the whole array of
human struggles that Jesus can heal. The chapter order is
for the majority of needs.
However, your specific issue needs specific attention, and so
I would recommend that you read the book in a different
order.
Recommended Sequence
I would recommend that you start with Chapter 9, which will
show you how a person's view of themselves goes awry.
There is a profound reason for this, and you need to
understand the cause before you can apply the cure.
Then go to Chapter 12, which describes that part of you that
is most real.
Then go to Chapter 11, which will identify a powerful tool that
you possess that is indispensable in your healing journey.
Finally, go back to Chapter 2 and read the rest of the chapters
in order.
Your Journey
I would recommend that you write down somewhere this
revised sequence of chapters so that you will not forget it -
remember, 9, 12, 11, 2. Of course, you can always come
back here if you forget.
Be aware that when you read the chapters out of order, you
will bump into some terms with which you are not familiar,
because they were taught in earlier chapters which you have
not yet read.
However, this should not interfere with the main messages in
the chapters you are reading out of order.
You are free to spend as much time as you like on
this website, and you can jump in and out as your
schedule gives you time to read. When you come
back, you can just take up where you left off by
clicking on the appropriate chapter in the links on the
left of the web pages.
One advantage of reading the book on the website is
that it is very private. Sexual issues are intensely
personal and private.
No one will know that you are seeking help for a
sexual problem.
Links to:
Chapter 9
Chapter 12
Chapter 11
The Book In Print
The book is also available in print. You can buy a copy at any
time by clicking here, (or on the "Buy A Book" link on the
left of each web page).
Copyright 2008 Edward Kurath
Divinely Designed
Being changed into the image of Jesus
Being changed into the image of Jesus
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