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Thousands of books have been written on recovery. But nothing does what this book does. In Recovery Rules, Mark Denison lays out 100 very simple, profound, and memorable truisms that work for recovery from any kind of addiction. These pithy statements will frequently illicit an "aha moment" as the reader's eyes are opened to comprehend an important truth for the first time. Others will confirm what people in recovery have learned, often the hard way. "You need this book if you are serious about recovery. Dr. Denison unlocks often overlooked simple but profound truths that can make the difference between successful recovery and mediocre recovery. Once again, he brings hope to those who have been beaten down by addiction. This is a book of hope, healing, and good health. It will make a difference in the lives of many men, women, and couples. Thanks for sharing this with the recovery community!"Dr. Milton S. Magness, MA Psy, MA, LPC, CSATFounder, Hope & FreedomAuthor, Real Hope, True FreedomHopeAndFreedom.com "Mark's 'Recovery Rules' is an honest, hard-hitting, and hopeful guide down the path of any recovery journey. Mark has poured out biblical wisdom mixed with practical application from his own personal recovery and countless hours of ministering and helping others do the same.Whether you are in a recovery program, looking for healthy ways to process your pain, or helping others who are, this book is a timeless resource of inspiration and insight."Ed YoungFounding Pastor, Fellowship Church, Grapevine, TexasBestselling author, New York Times "Powerful, insightful, and fun. The road to recovery needs a daily jolt, and 'Recovery Rules' is it! Mark Denison delivers memorable slices of wisdom that you can't help but chew on and come back for more."Sam BlackCovenant Eyes, Director of Recovery EducationAuthor, The Healing Church: What Churches Get Wrong About Pornography and How to Fix It "These 100 recovery rules will help you walk out the journey of recovery with integrity. I encourage you to implement each one of them!"Tom WeaverFounder, Come to the Table Ministry, TableMinistry.com

Broken Vessels is Dr. Mark Denison's latest book on recovery from sexual brokenness. This is unique because a pastor writes this book for pastors. Bringing his unique perspective as a senior pastor of 31 years, along with his personal story of sexual brokenness and recovery, Denison addresses difficult subjects that most would never touch. This book answers several difficult questions. "Can a man love God and porn at the same time?" "Why do 37% of pastors struggle with pornography?" "What makes pastors susceptible to sexual brokenness?" "What are the three basic causes of sexual addiction?" "What are the four keys to recovery?" "Once a pastor has fallen, can he pastor again?"Denison tackles some tough theological issues tied to sexual brokenness as he drills down into the deeper issues behind "the issue." But this book is not just for pastors. It is a must-read for all church leaders. Given that three out of eight men on staff at your church have this problem, your church needs to have a ready response when the crisis hits.Only 7% of churches have an answer to this pandemic. If your church is among the other 93%, this book serves as a roadmap to navigate the choppy waters you will inevitably face. Denison offers a step-by-step approach to addressing the issues of addiction and pornography. There is an added benefit to this in-depth look at one of the church's greatest challenges of this generation. Seventeen brave pastors from all over the world have been courageous enough to tell their personal stories of addiction and recovery. You will be moved and inspired as you read their stories of pain, abandonment, trauma, addiction, and restoration. Broken Vessels is unlike any book written on the subject of porn and sexual addiction. It will be an enormous addition to your library and the ministry of the church. If you are a church leader, you need this book. If you are a pastor, you must have this book!Dr. Mark Denison, along with his wife Beth, is the founder of There's Still Hope, a recovery ministry for those who have fallen to sexual brokenness. Mark leads men through his acclaimed 90- Day Recovery course and leads seven weekly recovery groups, including one that is held specifically for pastors. Mark and Beth also lead several recovery groups for couples. Mark serves as a Recovery Specialist for C3 Global Net-work, which offers resources to hundreds of churches. Addition-ally, Mark is a frequent speaker for Iron Sharpens Iron, Come to the Table, Castimonia, and other national conferences. Mark is the founding pastor of Recovery Church, with campuses in Flor-ida, Texas, and online. For over 30 years, Dr. Denison served as a senior pastor to three churches in Texas. His education includes a D.Min. (South-western Baptist Theological Seminary), M.Div. (SWBTS), MAHS (Liberty University), and B.A. (Houston Baptist University). Mark is also a trained PSAP (Pastoral Sex Addiction Professional), and has been trained by Celebrate Recovery. Married since 1983, Mark and Beth live in Bradenton, Florida near their son, and are proud parents to an adorable Shih-Tzu.

Achieving the goal of sexual sobriety is just the beginning of a lifelong journey. The key to true success is to maintain sobriety. In his groundbreaking book, "Life Recovery Plan," Mark Denison has helped thousands of men find success. This book, "52 Exercises to Keep Your Recovery on Track," is a supplemental resource to promote long-term success.These weekly exercises reinforce the lessons learned as well as plow new ground for dealing with sexual addiction. The covered areas include...- Boundaries- Structure- Gratitude- Spiritual Connection- Secrets- Mousetrapsand many other important issues. The goal is to provide a means that brings hope and freedom to men who have been beaten down and had their lives destroyed. Mark Denison is the co-founder of "There's Still Hope," a recovery ministry for those who suffer from sexual addiction, and their spouses. Mark was a senior pastor for 31 years, a university Board chairman, and chaplain to the Houston Rockets basketball team. Along with his wife Beth, they offer personal recovery plans and groups for men, women, and couples. Mark is the author of eight other books, many of which deal with recovery from sexual addiction.

If you're caught in the endless cycle of lust and addiction, "90-Day Recovery Guide for Sex and Porn Addiction" can provide a jump start on your road to recovery. Working through this guide will provide a lift each day and allow you to build a solid foundation for lasting health.Mark Dennison was a pastor for 30 years. His family and the church were crucial for him. However, for the entire time, 30 years, he also had a secret life. He was addicted to sex and porn. He wanted to stop and did stop at least a hundred times, but he couldn't quit. It was killing him, threatening his marriage, and ultimately cost his position as a pastor.Mark found hope when he entered a 12-Step program. It was painful, but for the first time, he had hope. He knew he was on the path to healing.This book is designed to help you start down that path. Along with other resources provided by "There's Still Hope," you can find that place of knowing there is hope for you.

Pornography may be the biggest threat to modern culture, family, and church. Recent data confirms the magnitude of the problem. And it's just as bad inside the church as in the general population . . . 40 million Americans are hooked on porn. (CBN) Porn is a $12 billion industry in America. (NBC News) 47% of Christian families are crippled by porn. (Focus on the Family) 62% of evangelical men view porn monthly. (Proven Men Ministries) 40% of women in the church now watch porn. (IITAP) 79% of men ages 18-30 watch porn regularly. (Barna) 30% of pastors view porn each month. (Pastors.com) A child's first exposure to porn occurs by age 8. (Capstone)Fortunately, help has come! In Dr. Mark Denison's latest book, you will find the hope you have been looking for. In Porn-Free in 40 Days, Denison unpacks a practical, daily plan to breaking the chains of porn addiction. These daily lessons and exercises offer freedom from the bondage of pornography.If you commit 30 minutes a day to the readings and exercises in this guide, you will be a different person in just 40 days.Dr. Mark Denison has earned four academic degrees, including a Doctor of Ministry and a Master's in Addiction Recovery. He is nearing completion of his PSAP certification and is a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors. Along with his wife Beth, Mark leads a national sexual addiction recovery ministry called There's Still Hope. You can access his resources at TheresStillHope.org.

Dealing successfully with addiction is a daily battle. Mark Denison, in his book, "365 Days to Sexual Integrity" provides devotional thoughts for each day of the year that are a powerful resource for winning this battle.This collection of daily devotionals will encourage, inform, and equip you to remain firm in your commitment to sobriety. Using a mixture of biblical teaching, experiential wisdom, and subtle humor, Denison speaks as a fellow-traveler. He knows from first-hand experience what the addict needs.If you are in recovery or know someone else in recovery, "365 Days to Sexual Integrity" is the ideal daily companion for the journey.Mark Denison is a native Texan, raised in Houston. Though born into a supportive middle-class family, Mark was not raised in the Christian faith. He discovered Christ as a teenager, through the bus ministry of a local church. At the age of 15, Mark responded to God's call to ministry, and he began his formal training at Houston Bap­tist University, where he earned a Bachelor's Degree with a double major in Christianity and Speech. Mark would later earn Masters in Divinity and Doctor of Ministry degrees (M.Div., D.Min.) from South­western Baptist Theological Seminary in Ft. Worth.While in college, Mark met Beth, whom he would marry short­ly after graduation. Together, they planted Baybrook Baptist Church in the Houston area, and served there for 18 years. His other pas­torates included First Baptist, Gainesville, Texas, and First Baptist, Conroe, Texas. While pastoring for 31 years, Mark also served as a chaplain to the Houston Rockets, chaplain to the Texas Senate and House of Representatives, and he served on the Board at HBU for 15 years - three years as chair - and wrote The Daily Walk. His other responsibilities included service on numerous denominational, edu­cational, and institutional boards.In 2014, Mark and Beth moved to Florida, where they began preparation to launch a national ministry, There's Still Hope. As a re­covering addict himself, Mark knows the destruction sex and porn addiction can bring to a person, his family, and the church. Before launching this ministry in early 2018, Mark went back to school, earning a Master's Degree in Addiction Recovery from Liberty Uni­versity.Mark is a frequent writer for Covenant Eyes, a speaker at ma­jor events, and provides personal coaching and other resources to 386 schools, churches, pastors, and other individuals. In addition to The Daily Walk, Mark has authored two other books on recovery, Porn in the Pew and 90-Day Guide to Recovery. Mark and Beth are proud parents of one son, David, who is also involved in ministry.For more information on Mark and his ministry, visit his website at TheresStillHope.org.

We're familiar with the expression "the elephant in the room." This book is about the elephant in the church - the prevalence of pornography use by Christians, even church leaders. Consider these statistics: 62% of evangelical men view porn monthly 13% of Christian men say they are addicted to porn More Christians view porn daily than non-Christians 37% of pastors admit to a struggle with porn "Porn in the Pew" not only describes the problem but it directs us to the solution.If you struggle with porn, then you need this book. If you are a church leader, then it is essential that you study this book. If you are a church member, this book can open your eyes to how to help others who are struggling.