Meditations on "Relapse"

To be “relapse proof” is to be surrendered to a new life that prioritizes God’s will in all we do and say and think.

God wants us to live in victory over temptation. He promises that in every situation this is possible.

We’ve relapsed. Now what? We may beat ourselves up over what we have done and become fearful of owning up to our bad choice.

Some days are tough! When our plans fall apart, whether our own fault or not, we feel alone and challenged.

Many of us have made a move towards God in recovery only to struggle and relapse.

The longer we struggle in addiction and the more often we relapse, the less likely we will believe that there is hope for us to get free from the bondage of addiction and have a purposeful life.

We are often overwhelmed with feelings of sadness when we begin the recovery process.

No matter how strong we may feel, it’s not enough to bring us through to sustained recovery.

For a time is coming when people will no longer listen to sound and wholesome teaching.

For a time is coming when people will no longer listen to sound and wholesome teaching.

Comparing our lives with those of others will make us vulnerable to relapse especially when we are encountering accusation and condemnation.

God wants us to be successful in recovery and in life.