Addiction Prayers

Two way prayer is an extension of the eleventh step of AA to use prayer and meditation to improve a connection with God on the journey to sobriety. The practice has emerged as a valuable part of the addiction recovery process and has been validated in scientific studies. Priest and recovering alcoholic, Fr. Bill W. offers detailed, step-by-step instructions as well as sample writings that demonstrate how practical, intimate, and transforming this type of prayer can be.

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.

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...

★ Do you feel like you’ve tried everything to lose weight? ★ You’ve counted calories, exercised, and tried a dozen diets. You feel tired, stressed, and deprived…because you still can’t keep the weight off. Here’s the truth no one else is telling you: your weight problem isn’t your fault! And the real problem isn’t genetics or calories. The root of the problem is spiritual. That’s why it’s time to take a supernatural approach. You’ll be amazed to discover that as God heals your soul and spirit, your weight will finally come under control. Discover how to win your ...

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.

The Jesus Response is a unique and inspiring work of fiction that offers readers a powerful glimpse into the mind and heart of Jesus as he reaches out to people facing a wide range of challenges in their lives. Written in the form of personal messages from Jesus to a diverse cast of characters, this book is sure to touch the hearts of readers of all backgrounds and faiths. As you read each of these messages, you will be struck by the wisdom, compassion, and insight that Jesus brings to every situation. Whether you are struggling with grief, fear, doubt, or any other challenge, you will find...

Peace and Joy is a collection of two books: How to be Peaceful / How to be Joyful. Both books are written from the point of view of God speaking directly to you and both include references to relevant verses of scripture. Peace and Joy is available both in ebook format and in paperback. From the book: Apart from me, you can do nothing. Not by might or power, but by my spirit. Abandon yourself to me, and my unexplainable peace will rule your heart and mind.

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.

Have you ever experienced a sickness that keeps coming repeatedly? Are you struggling to keep a long time relationship? Do you experience hindrances at the point of getting a job, an appointment or business breakthrough? Do you notice a particular negative pattern running in your life or family? Many people today suffer from certain diseases and demonic attacks repeatedly. They never maintain a stable job or keep a meaningful relationship. This book “Deliverance from Stagnation and Evil Family Patterns” is a deliverance manual that helps you overcome demonic attack, evil sickness, ...

This book is presented primarily to adult heterosexual males who find themselves hopelessly addicted to pornography and are unwilling to seek professional help or the help from a support group. This will be the DIY, self help, by the seat of your pants recovery book. I am not a psychologist, psychiatrist, therapist, counselor, reverend, etc. nor do I have any education in these various professional categories. I am someone who has been addicted to pornography most of my natural life. I am presenting the methods of what has worked for me in hope that it might give someone else with the same ...

Breaking Free from Sexual Witchcraft In an age where occult practices are increasingly mainstreamed and sexual immorality is widely accepted, believers face a hidden form of spiritual warfare that few understand—sexual witchcraft. Drawing from over two decades of deliverance ministry and deep biblical study, Apostle Dr. Ivory L. Hopkins exposes this ancient enemy strategy and provides the biblical framework for complete freedom. This groundbreaking book reveals how sexual sin combined with occult practices creates entry points for demonic control, manipulation, and spiritual bondage. ...

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.

Are you ready to break free from the chains of addiction and experience lasting victory? Speak Life: Biblical Prayers, Affirmations, and Declarations for Addiction Recovery is your spiritual guide to freedom, healing, and renewal. Filled with powerful scripture-based affirmations, confessions, and prayers, this book equips you to: Overcome temptation and resist the enemy’s lies Break free from the power of addiction in every area of life Renew your mind and transform your thinking Walk in the authority and freedom Christ provides Establish strong spiritual habits that bring lasting ...

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 ...

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 ...

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...

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 ...

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.

The step-to-step guidelines using references from the Bible will help a struggling Christian who is caught under the web of this habit to gain deliverance and restore his spiritual life to normal. By focusing on spiritual freedom, the other aspects of the victim's life are redeemed. Therefore, it is expected that anyone who follows the guidelines patiently to get their liberation will expect a positive result. This life-changing piece is recommended for everyone seeking freedom from pornography addiction.

Previously published as Closing Arguments for Twelve-Stepping Lawyers, Sober Covenants is a unique recovery resource written specifically for attorneys and other professionals working the 12 Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous. As a lawyer, you understand the binding nature of a contract—a promise to uphold terms and move forward with integrity. But what about the covenant of sobriety you’ve made with yourself? In this thoughtful and original book, Andy C applies a legal framework to the promises of Alcoholics Anonymous, breaking them down clause by clause. Each essay serves as a closing ...