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.
Stories of Hope
During difficult times, stories of hope help sustain and inspire us to never give up.
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.
Jazz Benefit Concert to Honor Susan Salomone
By Alikay Wood1 min read
Susan Salomone, the co-founder of Drug Crisis in Our Backyard, will be recognized for her work with families struggling with addiction at Serenade to Sobriety.
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 Scenes from His Near-Death Experience
By Bud Evans7 min read
After an injury in battle, he heard and saw images from his life—including one of his future family.
The Healing Power of Owning Our Mistakes
By Pablo Diaz2 min read
Why it’s healthier to take responsibility for our wrongdoing.
The 77-Year-Old Breast Cancer Survivor Who Biked Across the Country
By Brett Leveridge2 min read
Cancer survivor Carol Zemola Garsee, 77, shares highlights of her bike trip across the country.
How Recovery from Alcohol Addiction Impacts Relationships
Bob L., a recovering alcoholic, was married twice before getting sober and finding Alice, his wife of over 25 years. He shares some of what he’s learned about how sobriety can positively impact relationships.
