The Refuge Ministry
The Refuge Ministry
No 28 2019
No 28 2019
No 28 2019
Monday 25th November 2019
Rethink gratitude in recovery. Learn how to break free from the payback mentality with insights from Christian spirituality and psychology.
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Get the buttons here!Rethinking Gratitude: Breaking Free from the Payback Mentality in Recovery
Here's the good news: you must remain a debtor to grace forever.
Ever feel like you owe a debt you can never repay? This episode of 'Relational Recovery' dives into the tricky concept of the payback mentality, especially when it comes to gratitude and recovery. Hosted by The Refuge Ministry, the conversation kicks off with a reading from the book of Peter, warning against false teachers who exploit their followers.
This sets the stage for a deep dive into how gratitude can sometimes be twisted into a form of repayment to God, a cycle that's not only exhausting but impossible to maintain. The hosts argue that every good deed done in the name of payback just racks up another debt. Instead, they propose a refreshing perspective: seeing ourselves as perpetual debtors to grace.
They explain that any act of love or holiness we perform is actually fueled by God's grace, not our own effort to settle a score. This episode blends Christian spirituality with psychological insights to offer practical advice for those grappling with addiction. You'll hear real-life stories of hope and healing, along with actionable steps to adopt this new mindset.
So, if you're tired of feeling like you owe something for every blessing, tune in for a liberating discussion on embracing gratitude and grace.