Living in addiction is living emotionally unavailable to God, to others, and to ourselves. One of the essential areas we give attention to in recovery is learning how to experience, identify, and deal with emotions. Grief, shame, unforgiveness, and fear of rejection are just some of the root causes of our emotional separation from life experiences. God created us to be individuals who experience a wide variety of emotions and He wants to help us recover this satisfying life He has prepared for us.
We know that God loves us. We depend on it. God is love. Anyone who leads a life of love is joined to God and God is joined to them. Love is kind and patient. Love rejoices in the truth, but not in evil. Love is always supportive, loyal, hopeful, and trusting. Love never fails! (1 John 4:16 NIRV, 1 Corinthians 13:4a, 6-8 CEV)
I will give you a new heart, and I will put a new spirit in you. I will take out your stony, stubborn heart and give you a tender, responsive heart. (Ezekiel 36:26 NLT) Our journey in this area will likely be taken in very small steps. As we persevere and open our hearts more and more each day, God will accompany us and support us through the healing process. When we feel vulnerable and feel like shutting down or running and hiding, we can call out to God for His help to improve our conscious contact with His love.
Prayer: Loving God, While I find it quite difficult to open up to my emotions, I know you created me to experience a healthy and satisfying emotional life. I turn away from fear and invite You to give me new life today. Help me to trust in the safety of your unfailing love and support. In your care, help me to learn to live and love as You intend. Amen
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