Why Is Sobriety Often So Hard to Maintain?
By Jim Hinch9 min read
Senior Editor Jim Hinch looks back at what we’ve learned from two years of stories in our Overcoming Addiction series.
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After a Year of Sobriety She Turned to Helping Others
By Laura M.7 min read
After 12 months in recovery, she thought she was ready for romance, but her AA sponsor introduced her to an entirely different kind of relationship.
How God’s Love Helped This Country Singer Out of Addiction
By Paul Overstreet2 min read
His life took a turn for the worse as he got into drugs and alcohol. But God had another a plan for him.
Tips for Helping Teens Stay Sober
By Christine Storm2 min read
An expert in substance use disorders shares insights and advice for adults working to ensure the teenagers in their care avoid using alcohol and drugs.
Their Son’s Recovery from Drug Addiction Made Them Closer
By Gordon Dobson Sr.8 min read
This family relied on love to stay together as God’s will drew their son home.
A Father Reconciles with His Son Facing Drug Addiction
By Ray Bowman7 min read
He asked the Lord for the forgiveness of their troubles after a touching reunion.
Turning to God Helped Her Kick Her Gambling and Drug Addictions
By Melissa L. Dale8 min read
At the end of her rope, she offered up a prayer, pleading for help in overcoming her addictions.
She Confronted Her Drug Addiction with God’s Help
By Lisa Freter9 min read
After eight years of having a painkiller addiction, she found comfort at church and knew she was not alone in her journey.
How God’s Mercy Helped This Pilot Through Addiction
By David Loe8 min read
His sobriety was possible because of the power of prayer and God’s merciful forgiveness.
How Divine Intervention Guided Her Out of Drug Addiction
By Sandra Wright8 min read
By overcoming addiction and violence, she set out to start her own ministry dedicated to helping the incarcerated.
Why a Man Battling Addiction Painted 2,000 Angels
By Andy Lakey7 min read
After a frightening encounter with cocaine, he experienced a divine intervention that inspired him to create art.
Music Helped Him Overcome Drug Addiction
By Norman Ray Graves7 min read
He went to a substance treatment center that had a special place for him in the choir. Finding God through song made him realize he was never lost.
