First, before we dig into this, let’s pray together: Heavenly Father,Grant me the serenity to accept the challenges of this holiday season,The courage to maintain my recovery path,And the wisdom to lean into Your unwavering love and power.Fill me with hope, strength, and Your peace that passes human understanding.Remind me that my worth is no
Forgiveness and Restoration: A Path to Healing
Forgiveness stands as a profound healing mechanism in addiction recovery, representing far more than a simple act of pardoning. It is a transformative journey of spiritual and emotional restoration that penetrates the deepest wounds of the human experience. It takes time, willingness to forgive, and the heart of Christ. At its core, forgiveness beg
Normally Undisclosed Facts About Prescription Drug Addiction & Long Term Effects
I hate to have to say this, as I am a retired nurse and this comment isn’t very kind to the medical field, but it’s TRUE! NEVER TRUST YOUR DOCTOR! Physicians are trained to treat their practice as a business where money matters more than people’s lives. I’m not speaking of every doctor, but, I […]
The Power of Online Christian One-on-One Coaching in Addiction Recovery
In the evolving landscape of addiction recovery, online Christian one-on-one coaching has emerged as a particularly effective intervention strategy, combining modern technology with timeless spiritual principles to support lasting recovery. This approach offers unique advantages that make it especially powerful for individuals seeking freedom from
Biblically, using THC is Classified as Practicing Witchcraft
While cannabis has gained broader social and legal acceptance in many regions, it’s important to understand its potential risks and adverse effects. This article examines the scientifically documented dangers associated with cannabis use. THC-Specific Risks Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the primary psychoactive compound in cannabis, car
Re-Defining Addiction: Beyond the Theoretical Disease Model
Part I: A More Realistic Framework for Understanding Addiction The conceptualization of addiction as a disease has dominated medical and public discourse for decades. While this model has helped reduce stigma and increase access to treatment, mounting evidence and evolving perspectives suggest this theoretical framework may be overly simplistic, li
You’re Fully Detoxed! You’re Sober! Now What?
I can remember clearly, when I first came home from detox in 2008. There I was, clean and sober, with a renewed and beautiful relationship with Jesus. I sat in my living room next to my husband, Bill. There was some uncomfortable silence. I decided to humble myself and ask Bill a very life changing […]
Revenge Addiction: The Psychological and Spiritual Sides of Revenge Addiction
Seeking Retribution Consumes Your Life & Comes with a Price Revenge addiction is a profound psychological pattern that traps you in a toxic cycle of emotional and behavioral destruction. Unlike normal momentary anger or a desire for justice, revenge addiction represents a compulsive, all-consuming need to retaliate against perceived wrongs, oft
Sugar Addiction is Real BUT with Healthier Options, you Can Have Your Cake & Eat it Too!
Background: Research has proven that sugar can have highly addictive properties similar to those of drugs like cocaine, although the effects are less intense. Studies on rats indicate that sugar may be more addictive than opioid drugs, leading to withdrawal symptoms such as depression and behavioral issues when individuals attempt to cut it out com
Finding Purpose After Addiction
Now that you’re begun to recover from your former addiction, it’s the right time to seek GOD for your purpose. We all have one (or more)! Yes, you too! Pray about it and GOD will show you through the Scriptures. I know! I know! You’ve been told by doctors and the media that you are […]