Timothy Keller Sermons Podcast by Gospel in Life Gluttony: The Case of Achan
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Oct 10, 2025 Explore the nuanced definition of gluttony as the misuse of good desires, leading to destructive cravings. Delve into the story of Achan, illustrating how cravings can override our conscience. Discover the four-step structure of temptation and practical examples of everyday cravings that harm us. Learn about the path to healing by replacing negative desires with a greater affection for Jesus. Finally, embrace the restorative hope found in repentance and the promise of renewal.
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Gluttony Reframes All Desire
- Gluttony is taking a good thing and cramming it until you are sick of it.
- Sin disorders desires so necessary goods become overpowering cravings.
Craving Can Override Self‑Preservation
- Sin makes us addicted so strongly that cravings can override conscience and self-preservation.
- Keller argues craving drives people to pursue things even when pursuit leads to ruin.
Turkish Delight as a Metaphor
- C.S. Lewis's Edmund ate enchanted Turkish delight until he would have killed himself for more.
- Keller uses this story to illustrate how the human heart latches on to destructive cravings.
