The Confessions of Saint Erectus of Glanthios

By St. Erectus of Glanthios

The Confessions of Saint Erectus of Glanthios Lust. Laughter. A Loaf of Bread. And the Long Road to Holiness. What happens when a weary monk with trembling thighs and a soul on fire decides to confess every ridiculous, painful, and sacred moment of his battle against lust? You get The Confessions of Saint Erectus of Glanthios -- a fictional, spiritually raw, and theologically cheeky journey through temptation, failure, prayer, and grace. This lost monastic manuscript (recently "rediscovered" and translated from Latin by the editors of Hornycus Press) mixes comedy with confessional realism to shine a holy light on the absurdity of fighting the flesh. Saint Erectus doesn't hide behind robes or rituals. He nearly marries his blanket. He rebukes seductive pillows. He mistakes kind gestures for eternal covenants. He touches a loaf of bread and plans a wedding. And yes -- he falls. He chooses to sin. And he chooses to get back up. With one hand clutching a Psalm and the other trembling in repentance, Erectus walks through addiction, self-deception, and spiritual hunger -- not to shame himself, but to show what real sanctification looks like. If you've ever whispered "forgive me" before clicking the thing you swore you'd never click again... this book was written for you. Inside You'll Find: 13 brutally honest chapters covering lust, self-control, and celibate chaos A deeply human confession of falling willingly -- and standing up again Practical monastic humor (cold showers, caves, and sacred carbs) A path of hope for those battling porn addiction, masturbation, or shame Scriptural reflections, especially Romans 7:19 and Psalm 51 An epilogue that reminds you: the fight isn't over -- and you're not alone Trigger Warning: Contains spiritual arousal, sanctified sarcasm, theological footnotes, and the phrase "ecclesiastically disguised obsession." Perfect for: Men struggling with lust, pornography, and the weight of failure Christians who are tired of pretending the battle isn't real Anyone trying to be pure in a world soaked in temptation Fans of C.S. Lewis, Augustine, or Luther -- with a Monty Python edge Readers who've ever prayed Psalm 51 in the shower at 2:00 AM This is not just a satire. It's a spiritual lifeline in the form of laughter and confession. Because holiness isn't a fortress. It's a vineyard. And even burnt vines can bear fruit again. You are not forsaken. You are not alone. You will make it. Amen.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F5QNJX56
• ISBN13: 9798280800526
• Release Date: April 2025
• Publisher: Independently published
• Length: 62 Pages
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.1" x 6.0"