I have always loved Dr. Tony Evans, and I was excited to get my hands on this one. It was a really good study, and taught me a lot!

Evans newest book, U-Turns, is all about the dirty “s” word, that’s right: SIN. This is one topic that makes people cringe, shy away from, and deflect. Evans bluntly, and lovingly, demonstrates that we need to align ourselves with God in order to come into the covenant relationship God wants to have with us. It’s going to be tough, and sometimes, it might be painful, but Jesus promises us in John 8:31-32 that “If you continue in my word, you really are my disciples. You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” Evans points out that sin isn’t simply a mistake, or a “whoops, my bad”, it’s sin. It separates us from God and “calling it sin makes the issue spiritual and much more serious”.

This book is organized in a way where the reader can skip around from chapter to chapter, or can read straight through (which is what I did). Reading the titles of each chapter one might think, “Oh, that’s not for me. I don’t do those sins.” However, I guarantee that you will glean wisdom from each section even if you think the chapter doesn’t has anything to do with you. There are 12 chapters—the first two lay the groundwork of defining sin and how to go about repenting of it. The following chapters cover idolatry, addiction, anxiety, emotional consequences, demonic consequences, generational consequences, discrimination consequences, financial consequences, sexual consequences, and irreversible consequences. Evans effectively uses Biblical references left and right to support his writing, as well as anecdotes and stories to highlight his points. His writing is clear and easy to understand.

This book was a beautiful reminder of what Jesus did for us. He died so that we might have life, and a wonderful one at that. We need to humble ourselves before the cross and repent of our sins. There’s a lot of talk about sin in this book, but Evans points out that repentance is the key to our U-Turns because “[i]t is a process that transforms your heart”. We can execute a u-turn from our sins once we let go of our agenda, obey God’s words, and invite Him in to transform us. Evans ends the book with a simple way to remember what we need to do as Christians: “Repent. Receive. Believe.”

I highly recommend this book for all Christians. Be prepared for some uncomfortable moments where you have to reflect on your own behaviors and humbly come before God. Thank you to NetGalley and B&H Books for providing me with an ARC.

I believe this is the last book of the series and the only one I read. I sorta struggled through it because the information wasn't anything new for me. I could tell what message Pastor Evans wanted to share but it felt a little forced. Almost like what he REALLY wanted to say he didn't.
But what he did share was definitely a blessing, no matter how far we have gone it is never too far for God. Or decisions we have made those consequences leave us wanting to U-Turn. Pastor Evans reminds us what the Word says about finding your way back or turning around.

This book is so timeless I feel it will always be a resource for all, Bible study students, laypersons and Ministers.

This book was provided by the publisher in exchange for my thoughtful & honest review.

In U Turns: Reversing the Consequences of Your Life, author Tony Evans discusses 12 areas of life in which we often make poor choices and then experience the damaging results. These areas include Idolatry, Addiction, Emotional Consequences as well as areas not often covered such as Generational Consequences. Even after making poor choices, we are still free to choose our direction, Evans states. This book provides the key to our reversal and practical steps we can take to achieve it.

We all sin. We all face the consequences. Tony Evans’ book, U-turns, discusses, in an organized manner, how to reverse consequences of specific categories of these sins through repentance and understanding the Word of God. Although not easy, there is always hope for a turnaround.
This is my first book by the well known Mr. Evans, who is clearly knowledgeable of the Scripture, and a gifted spiritual teacher. This book would make a great Bible study supplement.
~Thank you to NetGalley and Publisher~

Another exceptionally excellent book by Dr. Evans.

Our lives are full of regrets. Some of those poor decisions led to more destructive consequences than others. This book clearly points the way to reverse those consequences, but the way isn't easy. It requires understanding that you are free to choose your direction at any time. Stay in the consequences, or work your way out with God's help. Dr. Evans addresses the consequences of idolatry (many kinds!), addiction, anxiety, emotional consequences, demonic consequences, generational consequences, discrimination consequences, financial consequences, and sexual consequences. That's quite a laundry list, and I felt conviction and hope in every chapter. I appreciate Dr. Evans's consistent commitment to Scripture. I highly recommend this book.

I gratefully received a free ARC digital copy of this book through NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for my honest and voluntary opinion.