PATHWAYS RECOVERY MINISTRY
The Bible is full of passages explaining how to live a healthy spiritual life by applying God's Word to every aspect of our lives. It also explains how the enemy will always try to snatch victory from Christians. This is a reality the Church must neither ignore nor take lightly, because many Christians, despite their desire to serve God, remain vulnerable to the enemy's temptations. This is why some fall into all sorts of fashionable practices and end up developing addictions to what attracts them most. At Promogos Ministries, we have developed a rehabilitation and recovery program, regardless of the form of addiction, which is essential to helping Christians restore their relationship with God.
1 Corinthians 4:6 states: "For God who said, ‘Let there be light in the darkness,’ has made this light shine in our hearts so we could know the glory of God that is seen in the face of Jesus Christ." We are convinced that even the smallest light dispels darkness. Addiction, the fruit of sin and ignorance, feeds on darkness. It is this ignorance that causes some Christians to turn away from God when they actively use drugs, alcohol, and many other substances, or indulge in a life of sin. They need to know that Jesus is not abandoning them. He is simply waiting for them to return to Him.
God has provided professional Christian and Biblical Counselors to help those who have fallen away from the faith overcome the bondage of addiction, whatever it may be. As Christians, we may need additional support and guidance to reconnect with God. That's why Pathway Recovery Ministry, a faith-based rehabilitation and recovery program, offers spiritual support and biblical guidance throughout the addiction recovery process.
WHY IT IS IMPORTANT FOR A CHRISTIAN TO SEEK HELP FOR ADDICTION
The Bible can play an important role in the recovery journey of many Christian addicts. Many believe that some of the most serious health problems are not adequately addressed by modern medicine, not because it is wrong, but because it does not address the deeper needs or true reality of the addicted person. For example, for Christians struggling with addiction, spiritual emotions can be extremely high when it comes to family, financial, work, and health issues, especially if they have a difficult past that they still carry with them. By recognizing and working through these issues, the biblical approach, interpersonal connection and compassion associated with Christianity can be the ideal framework to help them recover. Christian recovery support is an excellent choice for those who need help and are looking for a new foundation on which to recover. By focusing on Jesus Christ and His saving work as the one who can bring them back to complete recovery and save them from their addiction which is considered idolatry, they can look forward to a better life and perfect health. A personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ promises an adequate quality of life and self-acceptance. The person will have a renewed sense of purpose in life, freed from addiction, and a sense of well-being.
A Christian substance abuse and addiction counselor is aware of the range of internalized emotions and feelings that the Christian patient may be experiencing—feelings of inability to resist temptation, worthlessness, loss of support, and moral dilemma about using—and can offer Biblical help to get you back on track. Additionally, your chances of recovery may be enhanced when you are surrounded by others on a similar path. The very nature of spiritual direction and biblical counseling, participation in worship services, corporate prayer, personal meditation, fellowship, and Bible study, require and enable openness to serenity, new experiences, and self-discipline.
There are areas where Christians struggle with addiction that can make the situation even more confusing. Our Christian addiction recovery counseling ministry integrates your faith in God through Bible study and helps you understand how to eliminate the behaviors and thoughts associated with addiction.
Addiction poisons the life of the addicted Christian and has three specific negative effects:
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He replaces God in his life with his substance, behavior or attitude to the point that it becomes an idol.
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It gives the addicted Christian the illusion of a temporary sense of control over the situation, ignoring God’s control.
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The fear-based behavior of the addicted Christian replaces faith-based behavior.
Finding a Christian rehab or recovery center that can help you through your addiction problem is not as easy as you might think. Our spirit-filled and well-trained support staff will provide you with a confidential assessment of your recovery and treatment that will help us determine the appropriate way to present the program that is right for you. You can call us anytime for immediate assistance (941) 275-2982. Our staff is ready to help you throughout the recovery process.
RECOVERY CARE
Once the recovery program is completed, a continuing restauration plan will be established. The plan will be as follows:
• Continued fellowship with mature Christians
• A healthy living environment
• Church attendance
• A Christian mentor
• A "4-Step Starting Afresh" group attendance
CONTACT US
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For more information concerning this ministry please contact us: counselingministry@promogosministries.org