What God’s Love in Action Truly Looks Like in Christian Recovery 1 John 4:9 (NKJV)“In this the love of God was manifested toward us, that God has sent His only begotten Son into the world, that we might live through Him.” God’s love isn’t a vague feeling or just words written on a page—it is […]
BLOG
When Pleasing People Becomes a Prison
Seek the approval of One, not the applause of many—even when it costs you something. “For do I now persuade men, or God? Or do I seek to please men? For if I still pleased men, I would not be a bondservant of Christ.”— Galatians 1:10, NKJV People pleasing is a subtle trap. It may […]
Surrender & Strength: Letting Go to Rise Up
“And He said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore most gladly I will rather boast in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.”2 Corinthians 12:9 (NKJV) Today’s Study: True strength in the Christian life doesn’t come from trying harder&md
Why Don’t You Want to Get Better From Addiction Anymore? If You’ve Given Up On Freedom, This Message is For You.
Be honest—have you stopped trying? You didn’t used to be like this. There was a time you said, “This is the last time.”You cried. You prayed. You promised yourself you’d never go back.And maybe you meant it. But now…?You’re tired.You’ve failed too many times.You wonder if there’s any point in e
From Chains to Change: True Freedom Begins When You Stop Looking Back
“Therefore if the Son makes you free, you shall be free indeed.”— John 8:36 Breaking the Cycle In the world’s system, “change” is often external—new behaviors, new environment, maybe even a new identity. But for the person recovering through Christ, transformation is something deeper: it starts in the heart
The Power of Self-Control in Life & in Recovery
“Whoever has no rule over his own spirit is like a city broken down, without walls.” — Proverbs 25:28 Why Self-Control Matters in Recovery Self-control isn’t just about resisting temptation — it’s about rebuilding your boundaries and walls. In addiction, our defenses are torn down. We’re vulnerable to every
How to Choose Safe People, and When to Walk Away
“Do not be deceived: ‘Evil company corrupts good habits.’” — 1 Corinthians 15:33 Why This Matters in Recovery One of the most common causes of relapse, emotional setback, and spiritual compromise is staying connected to unsafe people. As a Christian in recovery, you are called to love everyone—but not to walk clo
What It Really Means to Take Up Your Cross
“Then Jesus said to His disciples, ‘If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow Me.’”Matthew 16:24 The Misunderstood Cross In today’s culture, “bearing your cross” is often reduced to enduring life’s inconveniences. People say things like, “My job
Soul Gym: Exercising Your Spiritual Disciplines for a Vibrant Faith
Welcome to your soul’s ultimate workout plan! Spiritual disciplines are the reps that build a robust, vibrant faith, strengthening your connection with God and aligning your life with His purpose. Anchored by 1 Timothy 4:7-8, these practices—prayer, meditation, fasting, study, community, and service—are your toolkit for godliness,
Walking with Jesus Through Grief: Healing in the Shadow of the Cross
Grief doesn’t come politely.It crashes in, breaks you open, and leaves you standing in the ashes of what was. Whether it’s the loss of a loved one, a broken dream, or a chapter that closed too soon—grief changes you. But here’s the good news:You don’t have to walk through it alone. Jesus doesn’t just meet [&helli
Breaking Free from Cravings That Control – Sugar & Caffeine Addiction
“All things are lawful for me, but all things are not helpful. All things are lawful for me, but I will not be brought under the power of any.”1 Corinthians 6:12 💡 A HEART CHECK ON CRAVINGS For many, sugar and caffeine are more than just dietary choices. They’re comfort mechanisms. A donut to kickstart [&hel
How to Find Out Where Your Mission Field Is
Matthew 9:37-38“Then He said to His disciples, ‘The harvest truly is plentiful, but the laborers are few. Therefore pray the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into His harvest.’” Where Is Your Mission Field? let’s talk about something deep for a minute.You know you’re saved. You love the Lord. You’re
One Conversation That Changes Everything
Teaching Your Children to Pray “Train up a child in the way he should go,And when he is old he will not depart from it.”— Proverbs 22:6 (NKJV) You don’t need to be a perfect parent to raise godly children. You just need to be present—and prayerful. If you’re in recovery, redeemed, or simply learning […]
Keeping God’s Love in You Alive and Active
“Beloved, if God so loved us, we also ought to love one another.”1 John 4:11 Can we talk heart to heart for a moment? If you’ve experienced God’s love—the kind that picked you up when no one else would, the kind that held you together when you should’ve fallen apart—you know it’s not something you [&h