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Most of them deeply loved the Lord, but they didn’t understand that we are as sick as the secrets we hold.
when a seemingly healthy person reacts in a manner that is way out of line with the stated cause, he may be dealing with a shame issue.
Addiction, at its spiritual core, is about idolatry—about
where we’re going to find life and fulfillment.
Stress frequently triggers
The battle is about the way he’s learned to deal with stress.
Here’s an important truth: The way out doesn’t appear by magic. Instead, it’s something we purpose to receive from God, a conscious decision.
depleted emotional state where we are vulnerable.
This is war, and, whatever it takes, I’ll hang in there. Although this battle is much tougher than I ever imagined, Jesus will not forsake me, and I mustn’t forsake myself. I need to learn from this failure. I need to have the Holy Spirit open my eyes.
this is key perspective
small group becomes our lifeline
medicate his problems
what if you arent medicating probs? what if you just love the thrill (high)?
become self-aware of the what, when, where, how and why of his addiction.
