Introduction: Why it's more fun to be brave in your sinning -- Rick Warren and American Christianity : what's good and what's bad -- How purpose-driven living can lead to a life that's all about you : the burden of self-centeredness -- An Augustinian re-education about sin : relevant genetic data -- An introduction to brave sinning : a God-centered life -- Brave sinning makes for a joyful life! : neurobiological data -- How brave sinning could change American life -- Conclusion: Sin bravely!