Hundreds of books have been written to help sex and porn addicts get started with overcoming unwanted sexual behaviors. Though these resources can be helpful, generations of addicts have struggled to find the missing piece: a practical guide on how to maintain long-term sobriety. Advanced Recovery is that missing piece. Dr. Mark Denison has drawn from his years of extensive research to provide 12 simple keys to finding sobriety-and keeping it. In Advanced Recovery, you will learn how to unlock the door to the life you have always wanted. Each chapter is filled with helpful research and specific steps that will help you secure recovery for the rest of your life. The closing section of this book includes personal stories told by over 30 recovering addicts who are maintaining long-term recovery using the strategies taught in Advanced Recovery.

While Christians look to the Bible, addicts look to the 12 Steps. But what if both groups have been really looking in the same direction - and didn't even know it?

The 12 Steps are as biblical as the New Testament. Jesus unpacked each of the Steps in 12 personal encounters with people in need of recovery. So get ready . . . you are about to see the Gospels - and the 12 Steps - as you've never seen them before.

The Bible or the 12 Steps? You no longer have to choose

Using familiar stories from the Gospels, Mark provides a biblical basis for each of the 12 Steps. Not only will you come away with a better understanding of the biblical text, but also, you will have a new appreciation for what is involved in each of the steps of recovery.

Written by one who has dealt personally with sex addiction, this material has direct application to every type of addiction. Because addiction is a prevalent issue in our world, this book will become a valuable resource to have on the shelf for every addict and for every minster striving to help addicts.

No one is more qualified to connect the Gospels to the 12 Steps than Dr. Mark Denison. With three degrees in theology and 30 years as a senior pastor, Denison understands the teachings of Christ. With a Master's in Addiction Recovery and living in his own recovery since 2013, Mark understands addiction. A certified PSAP, Mark and Beth have been married for over 35 years. Together, they lead There's Still Hope, a leading source of men and women who struggle with addictions to sex and pornography.

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, CSAT

Founder, Hope & Freedom

Author, Real Hope, True Freedom

HopeAndFreedom.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 Young

Founding Pastor, Fellowship Church, Grapevine, Texas

Bestselling 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 Black

Covenant Eyes, Director of Recovery Education

Author, 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 Weaver

Founder, 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.

The Daily Walk: 365 Daily Devotions for Life's Journey by Mark Denison is like a spiritual cup of coffee. These daily devotionals will give you a thought-provoking concept that will energize your day. They take a few minutes to impart an eternal concept. The biggest problem you will encounter will be reading just one per day. Although each devotion is short and to the point, they will leave you with much to chew on throughout your entire day. They are filled with history, humor, wisdom, and spiritual insight. You will encounter new and unique ways that scripture addresses the challenges and opportunities of life. I've been reading Mark's daily online devotions for years. These 'Daily Walk' devotions are concise and engaging. They propel me into the Word every day. I highly recommend this book to all my friends. (Rick Perry, Governor, State of Texas) Mark Denison has been my pastor and friend for ten years. I read his devotions every day. I take the 'Daily Walk' with me wherever I go. They lift me and challenge me to live the Christian life. (Terry Bradshaw, NFL Hall of Fame, Broadcaster, Fox Sports) These devotions are interesting, brief, and relevant. Mark Denison has assembled 365 inspiring stories that will help you start your day off right. (David Murrow, Author, Why Men Hate Going to Church) 'A Daily Walk' is a great way to start your day off in devotional time with Jesus. These short devotionals are sure to instill God's word in us and for us to carry throughout our daily walk. (Andy Pettitte, Pitcher, New York Yankees, Five-time World Series Champion) As our friendship has grown, I have been challenged by Mark's combination of wit and wisdom. Mark blends humor and substance in each day's writing of 'The Daily Walk.' It will be a blessing to you (Gregg Matte, Pastor, Houston's First Baptist Church) 'The Daily Walk' will be a great inspiration to your soul. These daily devotions will challenge you to be more like Jesus. (Charlie Ward, Heisman Trophy Winner, 1993) I like a devotion that gets to the point while my coffee is doing its job, and Mark's book does just that These 365 devotions are practical, insightful, and they touch the heart. It's caffeinated commentary for life Drink it in (Dennis Swanberg, America's Minister of Encouragement) I've read lots of daily devotional books. Mark Denison's 'The Daily Walk' is alive, exciting, wonderful, and fresh. By far the best I've read. (Dr. John Bisagno, Pastor Emeritus, Houston's First Baptist Church) I love 'The Daily Walk ' This is a useful resource in getting my day off to a great start. I highly recommend it to you (Don Piper, Author, 90 Minutes in Heaven) Mark Denison has written a gem of encouragement. For those who want to start your day with an uplifting word and a Scripture that you can meditate on the entire day, reinforced by humorous stories and relevant quotes, this is the book. (Dr. Robert Sloan, President, Houston Baptist University) These devotionals will enlighten, encourage, and inspire you from God's Word. I read it every day. You'll love it (Bobby Richardson, New York Yankees, 1955-1966, MVP, 1960 World Series) Here are gems of insight that will inspire you to apply the Bible to everyday life. With colorful stories, winsome humor and practical wisdom, Mark will get you started each day on God's path. (Lee Strobel, Author, The Case for Christ)