Coming to terms with our lifestyle in addiction requires us to admit that we have zero self-control where our dependencies are involved. Our self-will is not enough to stop us from continuing on a dark path. The demon inside our heads is insistent that we do whatever is necessary to fulfill its demands or suffer the consequences. Our bodies follow through and give in to its demands. Recovery begins when we admit that the power behind our addiction is beyond our control.
You followed the ways of this world and obeyed the devil. He rules the world, and his spirit has power over everyone who doesn’t obey God. Once we were also ruled by the selfish desires of our bodies and minds. We had made God angry, and we were going to be punished like everyone else. (Ephesians 2:2-3 CEV)
Friends and family members may have spoken to us about our lifestyle and suggested we need to get help. Because we thought we were in control, we paid no attention to their concerns. But, when we tried to stop what we were doing, it was evident that we were not in control. We were ruled by the selfish desires of our bodies and minds. There are two powers at work in this world. One wants to destroy us and the other wants to give us eternal life. Which power will we choose to obey?
When we admit that we are “powerless over our dependencies” we are making a true statement. Thankfully, there is a power greater than ourselves and if we obey Him, “all will be well”. Today is another opportunity to turn our will and life over to God’s care and experience His life-changing power at work in us.
Prayer: Gracious God, I need a Power greater than myself to restore me to sanity and give me a meaningful life. Please strengthen me to follow Your ways for I know I am powerless to help myself. Amen
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