As we journey away from unwanted behaviors, sexual or otherwise, it can often feel like our bodies are opposed to change. We want to eat healthy, but our mouths water even though our stomachs are full.We want to exercise, but our bodies feel too tired.We want to be faithful to our spouse but our bodies feel aroused by the sight of someone else.We want to remain calm, but anger seems to...
The Macaroni and Cheese Effect
At their core, your desires are not the problem. They’re a gift, pointing to a good, God-given desire. And this is true even if the desire you’re feeling is for something sinful. Usually when I go on a dinner date with my wife, we make a simple meal for the kids before we go. Chicken nuggets, spaghetti, macaroni and cheese, or fish sticks. They love it. I’m a sucker for the macaroni and cheese:...
