Why Do I Do What I Don't Want to Do? Audiobook By Jonathan "JP" Pokluda, Jon Green - contributor cover art

Why Do I Do What I Don't Want to Do?

Replace Deadly Vices with Life-Giving Virtues

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Why Do I Do What I Don't Want to Do?

By: Jonathan "JP" Pokluda, Jon Green - contributor
Narrated by: Jonathan "JP" Pokluda
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We live in an upside-down culture. We wink at our vices as coping strategies while restricting our virtues to our online personas, where they won't interfere with our real lives. And we wonder why we feel empty, exhausted, and directionless. But why do we do things that we know are harmful for us?

Jonathan "JP" Pokluda wants you to know there's a better, more fulfilling way to live, and it doesn't involve looking inside yourself for the answers—because that's not where you'll find them. With his signature wit and wisdom, he explains, unpacks, and expands on the age-old virtues we're told to pursue in Scripture: humility, forgiveness, generosity, diligence, self-control, authenticity, rest, and optimism. Far from being restrictive, these God-given goals for living free us to love and live as we wish we would.

Practicing virtues is not just something you do—it's something done in you, slowly but surely transforming you into the person you were meant to be all along. Whether you're eighteen or eighty, it's never too late to redefine what's important to you and reclaim a life of virtue.

©2023 Jonathan Pokluda (P)2023 eChristian
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Why this book makes me do what I should do…

I needed to hear everything written in this book, everything. JP has shared some hard truth with me before, and it was like he was telling me things I needed to hear now. Christ follower or not, this book is a must read, or listen if you are like me.

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Fantastic Book

So much wisdom in this book. So many truths that encourage me in my walk with Christ. I’m going to want to listen again.

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Transparency

JP nails this issue of virtues replacing our bad habits. Love his transparency and honesty as he walks this out.

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JP being transparent to encourage others to find freedom from sin in their life.

There was nothing worth disliking,writing a book to tell your story. So someone my not feel alone in the world is priceless.

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Wow

I had to keep stopping the book as I was listening to it. So much relatable content in this book. My journey group is going to go through it. It’s a book that I will listen to over again. A must listen book. Thanks

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So Good!

Thankful for this guys heart to share his own scars to hopefully spare you from them. Also driving home real truth to encourage change and find community for accountability. How to best succeed at pursuing righteousness, walking out your faith, and pleasing God’s heart.

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Real stories backed by hope

I love how authentic JP is through this whole book sharing his experiences and how he found hope.

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A lot of good nuggets if you pay attention

There were many good nuggets to glean from this book and I really enjoyed listening to it.

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Great book, touched on important topics

I love the podcast so decided to give one of his books a try. i like JPs teaching/communication style and am challenged by these truths. Great listen!

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One I will repeat

For me it was a litmus test for “have you gotten too comfy in this world?” I’ve already listened to a chapter or two twice and will definitely repeat the book. Thank you, JP
For those who don’t already know, be sure to follow JP on Instagram.

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