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Studying To Live Securely In Recovery

Sunday January 14, 2018

Success in life and in recovery results from giving priority to learning and obeying God’s word.  When we learn what God’s will for our life is, and do it, life will go well for us. 

How can a young person stay pure? By obeying your word.  I have tried hard to find you—don’t let me wander from your commands. I have hidden your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you. (Psalm 119:9-11 NLT)

When we come into new life in recovery, many thoughts continue to swirl around in our minds.  We have memories.  Obsessions and temptations are never far from us.  New schedules, responsibilities and ideas seem to fill our brains until we feel like we might burst.  What information is necessary to retain to secure our recovery from day to day?  How do we keep that information front and center in our thoughts? 

It’s essential to read and obey God’s word as recorded in the Bible.  When our attention wanders, it’s a good idea to recite the scriptures we read out loud.  Not only does it focus our attention, but our heart gets the message from both our eyes and our ears.  The learning goes deeper.  More clarity will come as we study and reflect on the words we read, maybe even journaling to gather our thoughts.  The most effective learning comes when we put God’s words and directions into practice.  When we do, we find out that God’s ways are good.  They prove to be true.  They are unfailing, and they bring about the life of purity and joy we’ve been seeking. 

We will tend to fall back into our old self-directed ways unless we prayerfully ask God to give us the strength and courage to not wander from His commands.  A meaningful life with God in recovery is worth the effort!

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, help me to take time to study your commandments and reflect on your ways.  As I go about the activities of my day, help me to remember Your word and to put Your principles into practice. Amen


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