As born-again believers, many of us struggle with the overwhelming emotions of shame and guilt as we heal from the aftermath of addiction. We’ve done things that we would never have even considered if we had been sober. These powerful feelings can create barriers in our relationship with God, hinder our spiritual growth, alienate us […
How can Family & Friends Support Christian Loved Ones Through Recovery?
Families and close friends always ask, “how do I provide support to help in their recovery”? Loved ones usually feel uncomfortable around someone in recovery. It can become awkward at best. There are so many emotional, physical, spiritual, and mental phases that a recovering person goes through. They are figuring out how to do a [&helli
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 […]
The Right Foods as a Catalyst for Addiction Recovery
Recovery from addiction requires healing both body and brain plus changes to your environment. Proper nutrition can help restore neurotransmitter balance, reduce cravings, and repair damage caused by substance use. Here’s a comprehensive guide to foods that support recovery. Foods That Restore Dopamine ProductionMany addictive substances depl
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
Broken & Shattered
“Therefore, since Christ suffered in his body, arm yourselves also with the same attitude, because whoever suffers in the body is done with sin.” (1 Peter 4:1) There is a savage battle that wages against each and every person on the planet, with a main focus on born again believers. It’s good against evil. Satan […]
What Does The Bible Say About Addiction?
You are so very special to GOD! He made you in HIS image and for HIS pleasure to enjoy your fellowship. You’re HIS child! If you have children, you have an idea how important family is. What I’d like to do is tell you about some of the things GOD has to say about addiction. […]
Are There Advantages to Online Addiction Recovery Coaching?
Advantages of Online Recovery Coaching Studies have shown that online recovery coaching can be as effective as in-person coaching. For example, research by Marsden et al. (2020) indicated that remote coaching for addiction recovery demonstrated comparable efficacy to traditional in-person interventions. Another study highlighted that
Why Don’t People Get Help for Addiction Recovery?
There are several key reasons why people often don’t seek or receive adequate recovery support for addiction: Addressing these barriers requires a multifaceted approach, including improving access to affordable treatment, reducing stigma, increasing public awareness about addiction and available resources, and developing more comprehensive an
Scripture Meditation to Inspire & Encourage You Today
Here are some uplifting scripture passages that you can pack away in your mind and heart for anytime you need to use them to help you, inspire you, and encourage you. These are great for both starting and finishing your day. These Bible verses are ammunition against the enemy of our souls (Satan)! Use them […]