Meditations on "Surrender"

Anyone who has tried to break free from the harmful use of a substance or an addictive habit does not need a dictionary to help them understand temptation.

Peace and serenity are gifts to be received. They are treasures to be chosen.

God's word comforts me when I can't find peace on my own.

Life in addiction breaks us down to the point where we feel helpless and hopeless.

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.

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.

For I am confident of this very thing, that He who began a good work in you will perfect it until the day of Christ Jesus.

A new year often means a fresh start. For some of us, that’s when we make a further effort to clean up and get sober.

Happy New Year! It's a time when lots of people desire a new start and look for opportunities in the year ahead.