Transformed by His Promises: A 12-Week Devotional for Freedom from the Psychological Slavery of Life-Interfering Behaviors (Transformed by Truth: A Devotional Series for Freedom and Lasting Change) - Softcover

Benzio, Karl; Forte, Rose Ann

Softcover

ISBN 13: 9798986608464

Publisher: Choose Freedom, LLC, 2025

Synopsis

Renew Your Mind. Rewire Your Brain. Rediscover Your God-Given Identity.



Are you stuck in habits or mindsets that steal your peace and purpose? Life-interfering behaviors—like overthinking, control, addiction, anxiety, or avoidance—can subtly or overtly damage your relationships, health, and calling.



Transformed by His Promises is a 12-week devotional that equips you to break free—using biblical truth and clinically grounded behavioral science. With daily readings designed to renew your mind and retrain your brain, this practical, Spirit-led tool leads you toward lasting transformation.



Co-authored by:

- Dr. Karl Benzio, board-certified psychiatrist, Co-Founder of Honey Lake Clinic, and Medical Director of the American Association of Christian Counselors.

- Rose Ann Forte, best-selling author of The Plans He Has For Me and creator of the Choose Freedom Program.



FOREWORD BY DR. HAROLD G. KOENIG:

Features a foreword by Dr. Harold G. Koenig, Professor of Psychiatry and Director of the Center for Spirituality, Theology, and Health at Duke University Medical Center.



What You’ll Find Inside:

- 84 daily devotionals with Scripture, prayer, and reflection

- Faith-based tools for habit change and decision-making

- Neuroscience-backed strategies to rewire your thought life

- Gratitude journaling and Spirit-led encouragement

- Ideal for individuals, groups, or clinical recovery settings



ENDORSED BY TRUSTED VOICES IN FAITH AND MENTAL HEALTH



"Many Christians struggle with habits... but by God’s grace and power, our hearts and minds can be dramatically transformed. This book can show you how."

— Jim Daly, President, Focus on the Family



"Blending the neuroscience of habit formation with mindfulness and Scripture, this devotional provides a powerful framework for transforming one’s life."

— Daniel G. Amen, M.D., Author of Change Your Brain Every Day



"A powerful guide for overcoming life-interfering behaviors through faith, reflection, and intentional decision-making."

— Tim Clinton, Ph.D., President, American Association of Christian Counselors



"A biblically based, neuroscience-informed, and highly practical devotional designed to help us experience transformative changes... Highly recommended!"

— John Townsend, Ph.D., Psychologist, Author of Boundaries



Who This Devotional Is For:

- Anyone battling life-interfering thoughts, emotions, or behaviors

- Those seeking Christ-centered transformation and healing

- Pastors, coaches, therapists, and mentors

- People facing addiction, anxiety, compulsive behaviors, or perfectionism

- Christian recovery groups, counseling programs, or small groups



You don’t need to strive harder. Let God’s promises transform you from the inside out.



Order your copy today and begin your 12-week journey to healing, purpose, and true freedom in Christ.

About this title

About the Authors

Karl Benzio, MD, a uniquely gifted psychiatrist and devoted follower of Christ has spent 35+ years integrating psychiatric science and Bible to transform lives. With foundational training in biomedical engineering and psychiatry, Dr. Karl's led thousands to healing by teaching how Godly decision-making renews and rewires the brain-a core tenet of his Practical NeuroTheology and SPEARS decision-making model. As Co-Founder of Honey Lake Clinic, medical director for the American Association of Christian Counselors, he consults internationally, testifies before policy bodies, and is a frequent media guest speaking widely on Christian psychiatry and behavioral neuroscience. A former addict himself, Dr. Karl offers credibility and compassion, helping people overcome anxiety, depression, addiction, poor decision-making, and destructive habits. Married since 1991, a father of three, and a passionate ice cream and pickleball enthusiast, he equips readers to couple God's "instruction manual" with practical brain-based strategies for lasting peace, joy, and freedom.

Rose Ann Forte is an international best-selling and multi-award-winning author, Certified Positive Intelligence Coach, and creator of the Choose Freedom(R) Program-a faith-based and neuroscience-informed approach to overcoming life-interfering behaviors. A former C-suite executive and church ministry leader, she is passionate about helping people experience the freedom, peace, and purpose promised in God's Word.She is the author of Prepare to Quit: Finding the Keys to a Spirit-Filled Life Beyond Alcohol, a guide that equips readers for the often-overlooked preparation stage of change, blending biblical wisdom with behavioral science to help them say, "I'm ready." Her devotional The Plans He Has for Me has guided thousands through a 12-week journey of sobriety, Scripture, and Spirit-led renewal, helping people reframe their relationship with alcohol and other substances to discover lasting hope.Her newest release, Transformed by His Promises (co-authored with Dr. Karl Benzio, a board-certified psychiatrist and Medical Director of the American Association of Christian Counselors), expands this mission beyond alcohol and other toxic substances to address life-interfering thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. This 12-week Christian devotional combines daily Scripture reflections, neuroscience-backed practices, and Spirit-led encouragement to help readers renew their minds, rewire their brains, and rediscover their God-given identity.Rose Ann lives in Scottsdale, Arizona, is the mother of four adult children, and serves on the Board of the Arizona Western College Foundation and is past Chairman of the Board of Arizona Citizens for the Arts. Through her books, programs, and podcast (Say Goodbye and Imagine!), she continues to champion faith-based transformation, mental health renewal, and freedom in Christ.

Edition details

• Publisher: Choose Freedom, LLC
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798986608464
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 222