I’m So Lonely: Choices and Consequences
Jan could easily be sitting next to you in church and you wouldn't know it...She is caught up in a life-controlling issue but it is quite hidden. Sometimes people get…
Paddy’s Story: Alcohol and Finding Escape From the Pain
Last Week... Last week, we heard a radical story linked with alcohol and leading to severe consequences. This week, the victim of an angry alcoholic father turns to alcohol to…
Anger and Alcohol: Jimmy’s Story
The relationship between anger and alcohol Not everyone who drinks has an anger problem, so what happens to cause some to have such aggressive reactions after having a few drinks?…
Surrender; A Pathway to Freedom
Through God’s Grace and Power, I surrender and I change (a sweet deal!) Today's post begins with a quote on surrender and a prayer. It was written by a participant,…
Some thoughts on a Recovery Ministry
This week I am delighted to introduce another new writer to our blog team, Sue Arnold. The following piece is an insightful inside look at a recovery ministry. Sue has…
How to Help a Family Member or Friend if you think they have an Addiction
This week we are going to give you the link to a radio show we did last week. John and I were on the Premier show, Faith, Hope and Love.…
So, Life is Out of Control
This Week's Blog is a section from Session 1 of our 10 Week Course. Do you feel as if your life is out of control?What is the first thought you…
“I Want to “Fix” but I Need to Facilitate
The Qualities of a Facilitator A person who:Is a learner.Has a compassionate heart.Has good listening skillsHas a deep relationship with the Lord.Has a prayer life.As a facilitator, having a heart…
Relational Estrangement: Could a 6 year old’s shame be a cause of future drug use?
Drug Use Begins Somewhere In this very frank account, John has pinpointed a moment of trauma in his life that, in looking back, led to his future drug use. I…
An Inside Look into Thoughts, Fears and Consequences of an Addict: Part 1
Consequences of Using This piece today is an incredibly frank look at an addict's thinking and motivation. I find it an immensely courageous look at personal thought patterns, actions and…