Meditations on "Lies"

It's Election Day in Canada on Monday, October 19. We've had the longest campaign in many decades, heard lots of sound clips and watched debates, political ads, and panels as they discussed the platforms of the various parties and the statements of the leaders.

Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.

When we come into recovery we know that changes need to be made if we hope to truly find abundant life.

What does prayer have to do with recovery, particularly relapse prevention?

Two people are better off than one, for they can help each other succeed.

Even though the days are officially getting shorter, the long summer evenings are still delightful and give us time to reflect on our amazing God who created all the wonderful things we're enjoying.

The problem for many of us is that as we begin to follow the way of God’s truth we start to encounter opposition in our minds.

Our experience in addiction has taught us that it’s easier and more convenient to lie rather than tell the truth.

Telling the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth, seems almost impossible in today’s culture and yet this is the path God points us to as we seek a satisfying and stable life in recovery.

Gossip shows up in our lives in many forms. God hates them all because He knows how harmful destructive words are to our dignity and our relationships.

Individuals leaving addiction behind and entering into life with God in recovery often use the Twelve Steps of AA to help them sort through their issues.

“Practice makes perfect.” We hear that from athletes, rock stars, tradesmen, and even the guy down the street as he flies by on his longboard.