All was going well. Until the rebellious heiress of an insanely powerful family had been sent down to join the school after giving oral sex to a Burger King employee, completely blowing up the mind of every student. Especially Magnus Falke who was specifically tasked to handle her stubborn ass. When the only motivation for our actions is the approval of others, every achievement will be hollow and temporary. However, if we dedicate our best efforts to God in whatever we do – in our work, in our service, in our giving, and in our witness – we will live with the proper end in sight, and God will bless us for it. Blessed are those who wash their robes, that they may have the right to the tree of life and may go through the gates into the city. Outside are the dogs, those who practice magic arts, the sexually immoral, the murderers, the idolaters and everyone who loves and practices falsehood” ( Revelation 22:14-15). How Can I Know if Something Is a Sin? The first thing you must be clear on is that all sin is bad. James 2:10 says “For whoever keeps the whole law and yet stumblesat just one point is guilty of breaking all of it.” What we sometimes fail to realize is that while all sin is bad and destructive, some sins have a higher price tag attached to them than others. This means the consequences attached to engaging in certain sins is greater than others. It doesn’t mean the sin itself is greater, just the price you pay for indulging in it. LESSONS IN SIN is problematic, inappropriate, and blasphemously delicious. Pam Godwin writes unapologetically and from a place of primal desire. Enter all sinners." - CJ Roberts, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of Captive in the Dark

Hebrews 13:16 says, “Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have, for such sacrifices are pleasing to God.”When you think about what sin is, you must recognize that sin looks to dominate a person’s life. Sin doesn’t come in to be nice, sin comes in to take control. Sin is a relentless master that looks to steer and direct every aspect of a person’s life. Isaiah 41:10 says, “Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.”

As Father Magnus Falke, I suppress my cravings. As the headteacher of a Catholic boarding school, I'm never tempted by a student. Until her... Jesus is speaking about what we treasure in our hearts, as well as our physical treasure. When we ascribe value or worth to something, we will seek to protect and hoard it for ourselves. The danger lies in placing something other than God as the object of our greatest value and love. By treasuring Jesus above all else, our hearts will be properly aligned and attuned to His purposes. So I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh. For the flesh desires what is contrary to the Spirit, and the Spirit what is contrary to the flesh. They are in conflict with each other, so that you are not to do whatever you want” ( Galatians 5:16-17). 2. Sin Devastates Whoever sows to please their flesh, from the flesh will reap destruction; whoever sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life” ( Galatians 6:8).My social calendar, my high school, my designer clothes… Even my silk pillowcases were taken away, my entire world downgraded in the blink of an eye. Taboo romance at its best! LESSONS IN SIN is another dark masterpiece by Pam Godwin!" - JB Salsbury, New York Times bestselling author So our story begins when Tinsley is sent to a Catholic boarding school for the more elite upper-class students, it also has a more specific educational regime that is catered to each student while offering discipline and structure. When Tinsley is found doing a blowjob to a boy her age, her mother is furious as Tinsley’s future is already mapped out as she is practically betrothed to a son of another high-up family. Her mother forces her to attend this school and she will be under the tutelage of the head priest and headmaster….Magnus Falke. Magnus is much older than Tinsley but not as old as she would have expected, but there is also a sensual charm to his looks and demeanor that draws the eye of every young woman in the school. Tinsley is furious at her mother, and her first meeting with Magnus doesn’t show too well but from the beginning, there is a level of angst and attraction between Magnus and Tinsley. But a relationship between them is forbidden. As Tinsley keeps acting out, Magnus only wants to punish her and delve into some of his darker desires. Even though their love and passion is forbidden in all respects, sometimes the taste of that forbidden fruit is the most delectable of all… Realizing that, Tinsley had no other option but to opt for her battles wisely. But even if she behaves well, Magnus Falke seemed to can’t take her for liking or give her the tiniest bit of trust. She doesn’t know if the stereotypical image of a spoiled heiress continuously clouds his judgment, or if it is within his nature to be stern and cold at all times. It wasn’t surprising that he’s a pain in the ass. There is a truth about sin that we often don’t want to admit – sin is destructive. Sin destroys families, it destroys relationships, it destroys careers, it destroys ministries. If you allow it to linger, it will destroy everything in its path. This is why sin is so dangerous.

Right off the moment, she laid eyes on him, Tinsley Constantine knew it wouldn’t be easy to mess with Magnus Falke. He constitutes an impenetrable air of mystery and barbaric aura around him like a wolf hiding in sheep’s clothing, and always ready to pounce at anyone who’d dare to provoke him. It’d be beneficial to have him as an acquaintance but a terrible nuisance if he became an enemy. But with you?” He spoke against my throat. Lips like warm velvet. Voice like cold steel. “I am viciously, reprehensibly possessive of you.” What I Struggled With Wish I could muster all the right words to describe him, but it’s going to be endless, I’m sure. Watch out for him because he’s not hard to miss, and most important of all, he’s extremely hot and addicting!

J. Tipstone

The Bible is full of precepts and truths that can provide sound guidance for our lives. Here are 25 lessons that we can build our life and faith upon.

Because I messed around with a guy? The Queen of England has done more than that at least four times. What’s the big deal?” Matthew 5:16 says, “In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father Who is in heaven.” The next time you are afraid, try giving your fear over to God. It will not be easy, and it must be done throughout your life, but we can claim this promise that God will always care for us, and He is able to take our fears and replace them with His peace. Dramatic? Maybe. But I felt a very real sense of dread about my circumstances. It was one thing to be ripped away from my friends and family. But to be sent to an all-girls Catholic boarding school? What you must also be aware of is that your sin does not just affect your life, it affects other people’s lives as well. The greater the influence you have, the greater the impact of your sin. This doesn’t mean the sin you committed was greater, it just means it affected more people.As Father Magnus Falke, I suppress my cravings. As the headteacher of a Catholic boarding school, I’m never tempted by a student. Until her... Thessalonians 5:16-18 says, “Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” This is the first of what is popularly known as the Ten Commandments. However, its familiarity should not dissuade us from taking it seriously. This is the critical first step to dedicating your life to God as a believer in Christ: removing everything else from the center of your life and living for Him alone. I couldn’t fathom sitting in this room among rows of prissy girls, wearing identical pleated plaid skirts, eager to learn and pray and conform. Just as they both settled into the normalcy of their love, her family also caught wind of what she did. To avoid anything scandalous, her mother set out an assassin to kill Father Magnus and even rushed the process of Tinsley’s upcoming marriage with the heir of a powerful family. Tinsley couldn’t bear any of this to happen. She then negotiated with her mother, pleading to spare Father Magnus.