Addiction Prayers

In this major work, Father Thomas Keating, with Tom S. interviewing, reflects on the wisdom and legacy of the Alcoholics Anonymous 12-Step method and its connections to, and similarities with, the Christian mystical traditions of centering prayer and Lectio Divina. In conversation with a long-time member of AA meetings, Father Thomas talks insightfully about surrendering to one's Higher Power and the journey that must be undertaken for the healing of the soul to begin.

From AA Grapevine, the international journal of Alcoholics Anonymous, 50-plus powerful stories by AA members about the many ways they pray and meditate in their daily lives. The perfect audiobook for people in recovery and/or those who want to explore prayer and meditation.

There is no light without the dark At the end of the day, when the day is spent, there is only one thing to do: think. You know there's a problem. You know there's a very real, very likely, disaster ahead. But you ignore it. Or someone ignores it. Or, perhaps, you feel that nobody cares. Whatever the reason, hope is slim. Life is tough and drugs are tougher. But don't give in. There is a light amid the dark, and I will show it. Let me help you. Personally, let me guide you from a place I knew too well. Hopefully, to a place you'll embrace as well. What do you have to lose? Depression, Drugs...

Break Free from the Chains of Alcoholism through Spiritual Warfare Are you or someone you love seeking liberation from the grip of alcoholism? This transformative spiritual warfare prayer guide is a beacon of hope for those yearning to overcome addiction and reclaim their lives. Grounded in biblical truth and infused with powerful prayers, it equips you with the spiritual tools needed to achieve lasting freedom.Discover the Spiritual Battle Behind Addiction Alcoholism is more than a physical dependency—it's a spiritual battle that requires divine intervention. This book unveils the unseen...

It’s always somebody else’s kid - until it’s yours. When Katherine James and her husband found out their son was using heroin, their responses ran the gamut: disbelief, anger, helplessness, guilt. As they struggled to come to grips with their son’s addiction and decide how best to help him, their home became a refuge for an unlikely assortment of their son’s friends, each with their own story, drawn by the simple love and acceptance they found there - “the Lost Boys”, James calls them.

Now more than ever, we all face trying situations. The hope we need and hunger for is not a strategy or state of mind, but faith in Jesus. He stands secure for us in the face of every trial, from loss to sickness to injustice. Through 20 short prayers, 10 personal stories of miraculous transformations, and Biblical teachings, Hope in 60 Seconds will help you take the first steps towards a journey of security in the hope of Jesus.

Stanice Anderson, motivational speaker and author of 12-Step Programs: A Resource Guide for Helping Professionals, delivers a personal guide to dealing with failure and turning to triumphs. By examining her own obstacles, Anderson relates to problems that many people face today.

A Girl from Busan is an epic generational tale of resilience, where unwavering faith and the unbreakable bond of a mother’s love transcend devastating personal trials in a foreign culture. Amidst the tumult of the Korean War, young Okhui wandered the streets of Busan, seeking solace in the flickering shadows of the Munhwa theater. There, surrounded by the glamourous billboards of Hollywood cinema, she dreamt of gliding across the silver screen like Ginger Rogers and Fred Astaire. Holding these dreams close to her heart, she ventured to America as a young bride, bearing the burden of a ...

HEALING MUDRAS, Yoga for Your Hands - New edition. The Mudra authority and expert Sabrina Mesko Ph.D.H. wrote the first edition of Healing Mudras - Yoga for Your Hands in 2000. The first practical guide for unleashing the healing power of hand Mudras, became an international bestseller and is translated into more than 14 languages. The book describes ancient healing hand gestures - Mudras - yoga movements involving only the arms and hands. In celebration of this Self-help Classic we have created a new edition with additions, that is available in two formats; a three-volume series with full ...

Do you have a friend, family member, or loved one in the throes of addiction? Do you feel tossed by the storm of their struggle, wondering how to stay anchored in truth and hope as you walk beside them? Deborah Bailey has been there. In God Our Anchor: Held Fast Through a Loved One's Addiction, Deborah has crafted 30 devotionals for those who face a similar journey. Each thoughtful entry helps the listener navigate the storm of a loved one's addiction and hold fast to our great anchor, the Lord.

Do you feel frustrated when counselors, pastors, and recovery groups tell you, “You need to forgive someone to be free from the hurt that person is causing you? But then don’t give you a step-by-step process to forgiveness. I was, that’s why I wrote this book. Here is what you’ll discover by reading my book, Forgiveness, The Greatest Gift You’ll Ever Give Yourself: What learned to help maintain 32 years of sobriety A Prayer for forgiveness A definition of forgiveness What forgiveness is not Proof that you have forgiven someone How to forgive someone who has passed away How to ...

Worried the bottle will tempt you back? Suffering from anxiety and depression while trying to quit drinking? Don’t believe you can stay straight for good? Certified recovery coach Dirk Foster’s own success in quitting years of self-medication has helped him assist thousands of addicts around the globe to find their way to wellness. Now he’s here to share the extraordinary benefits meditation and prayer can bring to your personal path to serenity.

Two BROTHERS, One CALLING, and a Lasting LEGACY For sixty years, the faith-based ministry of Teen Challenge has been bringing hope to those bound by addictions. Since the first rehabilitation center opened its doors in Brooklyn, New York City, the ministry has grown to 1400 centers in 122 nations. This remarkable legacy of Teen Challenge began with the story of two brothers named David and Don Wilkerson. Much has been written about Teen Challenge and its success in treating addiction, but there has never been a book that told the unique family story of how these two brothers worked together...

A Biblical Prescription For Life-Controlling Problems The journey towards freedom from a life-controlling problem begins with that first step. With over fifty years of experience in helping those with addictions, Don Wilkerson has written this instructional book to guide church leaders, youth ministers, families, and friends of an addict. Your First Step to Freedom is a biblically based blueprint for addiction recovery. It is practical and timely for an opioid epidemic that affects people of all ages and demographics. This book is a step-by-step prescription for finding lasting freedom from...

Prayer changes things. Effective prayer that is. And to pray effectively, one has to answer a few questions: Who is God? How should I begin a prayer with him? What increases my odds of getting a response from God when I pray to him? Jesus answered those questions and more when he taught his disciples: 'The Model Prayer;' It's the blueprint for effective communication with God.