Never Give Up: Spiritual Strategies for Overcoming Addiction
Persistence is a fire in your bones that will carry you through ridicule, that will carry you through rejection and reversal.
Feeling like giving up on your recovery journey? This episode of 'Relational Recovery' might be the boost you need. The hosts from The Refuge Ministry dive into the crucial role of persistence, faith, and spiritual warfare in battling addiction. They kick things off with a reading from Corinthians, highlighting how Satan tries to obscure God's light and truth.
The conversation then shifts to Paul's practical advice for spiritual warfare, emphasizing the importance of being Christlike, using spiritual tools, donning your spiritual armor, and keeping your focus on the Lord. They also discuss the significance of accepting the role God has given you and seeking His glory alone. Biblical examples of persistence serve as powerful reminders that it's always too soon to quit. The episode also includes a cautionary note against co-signing another person's loan, drawing wisdom from Proverbs.
This episode is a heartfelt reminder that with unwavering faith, trust in God's love, and spiritual resilience, overcoming addiction is within reach.