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.
Recovery
Everyone suffers, whether it’s from illness, emotional distress, or addiction. Recovery is the place of healing where you can come back to a state of wholeness.
The Unique Challenges Presented by a Gambling Addiction
Melissa Dale, who has been in recovery for 15 years for addiction to drugs, alcohol and gambling, shares why her impulse to gambling has been the most difficult to overcome.
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.
Her Customers Helped This Waitress Stay Sober
By Dana Smith8 min read
The supportive community also encouraged her to open her own restaurant.
How This Country Music Singer Overcame Alcohol Addiction
By Ricky Van Shelton7 min read
Ricky Van Shelton recalls how God released him from addicition and gave him self-respect.
How Dana Smith’s Diner Supports the Recovery Community
Dana Smith, who has been sober since 2007, shares how she came to open D’s Friendly Diner, where nearly all the employees are in recovery.
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.
The Mysterious Messages That Helped Him Stay Sober
By Bob L.6 min read
This recovering alcoholic describes three inexplicable events that saved his life.
The Healing Power of Owning Our Mistakes
By Pablo Diaz2 min read
Why it’s healthier to take responsibility for our wrongdoing.
Healing Relationships in Recovery
By Dr. Randal Mullings2 min read
An expert in addiction treatment explores the impact the disease has on relationships.
How Gratitude Helped Him Stay Sober
By Bob L.8 min read
Despite a terminal cancer diagnosis, he feels blessed.
How a Letter Saved Him from Alcohol Addiction
By Corky Hawthorne5 min read
After driving under the influence of alcohol, a message of faith propelled him to change his life around.
