Publisher's Synopsis
A lot of recovery books suggest you set aside your deeply held Christian faith and adopt a new set of beliefs and spiritual practices. But Resilient Recovery is a devotional workbook that teaches you a biblical pattern confession and forgiveness which can transform you. You can break free from ingrained habits and become a healthy Christian, better equipped to serve him.How many believers have been led astray by putting their hope for recovery in a man-centered recovery program? How many Christians become confused and frustrated, believing the church lacks answers and compassion for those in recovery? What are the costs following a set of spiritual practices that don't proclaim Jesus as Lord? How many feel cut off from their church and congregation because no one seems to understand their struggle? What a tremendous lost opportunity to strengthen our faith happens when we don't seek Jesus in times of struggle and shame! How many addicts in recovery complete their entire program, never once hearing the life-giving gospel of Jesus Christ. They may become sober but never saved. Jesus asks, "What good will it be for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul?"But this can all be avoided. Our Christian faith has the answers to overcoming addiction because Jesus is a healer, a savior, and a redeemer. Resilient recovery will always point you to Jesus, never to pop psychology or vague spiritual concepts. In the journey of recovery, you can be strengthened in your faith. Learn to put to death sinful habits and patterns and put on the new life in Christ. One Amazon reviewer wrote this, "Thanks for such a great contribution to the recovery community. The Law and Gospel template is such a wonderful tool for those in need of help and healing."Resilient Recovery was written by people just like you. We know what it is like to desperately need help with addiction. And we understand the frustration of repeating the same sinful habits over and over, wondering if God will ever free us from our bondage. We've learned that turning to God more deeply is the answer. Through confession to God and to others, we've been forgiven. And the experience of forgiveness, has opened up a deeper connection to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.Being freed from habitual sins has transformed our walk with Christ and our impact in our church. We no longer feel like frauds. We don't hide in the shadows, turning down opportunities to serve God and love our neighbors. We play in the worship band. We are more generous with our time, resources, and talents. We have received love and comfort that compels us to love and comfort others through friendship and service. We now have words and experiences to share with those who are hurting. We've become salt and light in a world that desperately needs both. And best of all, we've learned how to authentically share the gospel with others so that they can experience the joy and healing that we have experienced. Purchase this book and start your own Resilient Recovery.
