Christians Helping Christians through Addiction Spiritual Strength and Sobriety: Christian Approaches to Addiction Recovery Addiction recovery is a deeply personal journey that requires more than just abstaining from substances—it demands a transformative change at the core of a person’s being. For many...
Once we get the systems of guilt and the pronouncements of addiction recovery programs out of the way, we can then offer people the chance to finally ask themselves the most important questions: What do you really want? Could it be possible for you to experience more fulfillment, sati...
Those who have taken the first step to recovery—admitting they have a problem—often view themselves as in bondage to a cruel overlord. They want to stop. They want a normal life back, not one that’s dependent on a substance for happiness. They just … can’t … stop. The most ...
Additionally, the church can provide addicts with resources for recovery. Through the church, individuals can access addiction treatment centers, career training programs, and healthy living programs that aim to restore order to a person’s life. What’s more, the church can serve as a launchpad...
recovery. Other levels of care include detoxification and an intensive outpatient program (IOP). We also provide care for diverse populations, with specialty tracks for the LGBTQ+ community, Christians, and military veterans and first responders. For more information, please visit www.starliterecovery...
After I had been clean for what one member counted as 17 months, I finally went back to an NA meeting, only to discover that there is such a thing as being held in stasis in recovery — and that I had, myself, been there. I was acutely aware before, but even more by that point...
A few months into our recovery, I found peace at church and felt the need to reconnect to God. He was the only one for me, as I couldn’t reach out to anyone else. God became my coping mechanism. I could talk to Him, getting angry and ask Him: ‘Why me?’… Faith gave me ho...
Therapists and counselors say those first 4-8 weeks out of a program are crucial for lifetime recovery. Especially those recovering from substance abuse. Those with alcohol can often go back to the grind, other users can’t take the same hit. It’s too powerful and usually kills them. ...