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Breaking Free From Self-Medicating
Jesse’s Journal – #6: “For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.” (2 Timothy 1:7) My journey to recovery has taught me that my best thinking often led me astray. For many years, I thought my sexual addiction was about sex. However, I’ve come to realize that these
The Dual Nature of Addiction Recovery: Connection & Subtraction
The Power of Connection in Recovery: “24 And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works: 25 Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.” (Hebrews 10:24-25) For Christians struggling with addiction, the path to healing isn’t
The Gift of Transformation Through Humility
Jesse’s Journal – #5: “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” (2 Corinthians 12:9) My initial understanding of sobriety was flawed. All that mattered was the day counter, and comparing myself to others’ milestones. And I thought it was about completing tasks like a to-do list for self-help. These kinds of attitudes only
Finding the Peace of God Through His Word
Cultivating Joy & Peace in Christ: “These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world” (John 16:33) Paul’s letter to the Philippians resonates deeply with those seeking mental and spiritual wholeness in today’s challenging world. Written from prison,
Finding Freedom From Shame
Jesse’s Journal – #4 “Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God: therefore the world knoweth us not, because it knew him not.” (1 John 3:1) As I continue my journey in recovery, I can see how shame has long been a companion to my sex addiction, fueling
Transcendent Yet Immanent: Finding Hope in Addiction Recovery through God’s Paradox
The Divine Paradox: How God’s Transcendence & Immanence Guide Recovery: “For thus saith the high and exalted One, that inhabiteth eternity, whose name is Holy.” (Isaiah 57:15) God’s nature combines two powerful aspects to help Christians in their wellness journey, and those recovering from addiction. He is transcendent – infinitely powerful and beyond our understanding – while also being immanent