There is this feeling of hopelessness that comes with addiction. The addicted individual would have already ditched all hopes of getting sober one day, except if something unusual happened.
In the Christian faith, this is far from what Christian addicts experience. There is hope in the power of Jesus Christ to save them from addiction, even as they take physical actionable steps by going for rehabs, etc.
Anyone can be addicted, even Christians. But, it is not a big issue as there are extra privileges that addicted Christians are likely to enjoy.
Here are some tips for addicted Christians to recover
- Acknowledge that you are addicted
Someone who lives in denial about their addiction will find it difficult to recover. Christians who are addicted should find no shame in opening up that they are addicted and need help.
When you accept that you are addicted, it becomes easy to open up to any help that comes your way. Similarly, you will find it more convenient to follow through with the addiction treatment to the end.
- Acknowledge that the power of Christ can help you
When some Christians are facing some challenges, they merely rely on the power of Christ to help them. They try everything within their power to find a solution without remembering that they have an extra advantage with God.
Addicted Christians need to remember that there is nothing that cannot bow to the power of Christ.
More so, they have to know that God is interested in various aspects of our lives. So, if you are addicted, he is interested in helping you fight it off.
- Seek support from Christians in your local church
Some Christians distance themselves from their brethren at church when they are addicted. This is not great enough because when God wants to send support, he uses men he trust, and those close to you.
You need to open up to Christians around you so that you can receive all forms of support like prayer, counseling, financial aid, etc.