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Soaring on Eagle’s Wings: Strength Renewed by the Lord 🕊️🦅

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“But those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles…” – Isaiah 40:31 Life can be a heavy burden. There are seasons when we feel like the weight of our past, the pain of the present, or the fear of the future clips our wings before we even get off the ground. But Isaiah 40:31 reminds us that there is a higher promise—a divine strength that is not our own. It’s a strength that lifts, renews, and empowers us to rise above it all. The Power of Waiting on the Lord The word “wait” in Hebrew (qavah) doesn’t just mean being idle—it implies hope, expectation, and trust. It’s a posture of the heart that says, “God, I believe You’re working even when I can’t see it.” Waiting on the Lord is not weakness; it is an act of spiritual strength and surrender. And when we choose to wait on Him—when we trust instead of panic, pray instead of rush, and believe instead of despair—God exchanges our weariness for His strength. The Eagle: A Symbol of Div...
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Putting Jesus First: The Power of a Christ-Centered Family in a Modern World

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In a world that often seems to pull families in every direction—through distractions, technology, stress, and cultural pressure—it's never been more important to return to the foundation that holds everything together: Jesus Christ. When families choose to put Jesus first, they are not just making a spiritual decision—they are laying down the very blueprint for a life filled with peace, purpose, and unity. 🌟 What Does It Mean to Put Jesus First? To put Jesus first as a family means making Him the center of everything. It's not just about attending church on Sundays or saying grace before meals. It’s about structuring your entire household around the Word of God and the person of Jesus Christ. Every decision, every conversation, every plan for the future is filtered through His teachings and example. Putting Jesus first means: Prioritizing daily prayer as a family. Seeking wisdom in Scripture before worldly advice. Teaching children to love and follow Christ above all. Placing ...
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STRENGTH IN STRUGGLE

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Finding Strength in the Struggle: What 1 Corinthians 16:13 Teaches Us About Recovery Recovery isn’t just about staying clean or avoiding the next relapse. It’s about becoming someone new—day by day, moment by moment. It’s learning to live again, think again, trust again. And for those of us walking this road with Jesus, it’s about discovering that the same power that raised Christ from the dead is alive in us, giving us the strength we never had before. One verse that speaks right into the heart of recovery is 1 Corinthians 16:13 (NIV): > “Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong.” Let’s break this down—not like a Bible scholar, but like someone who's been in the trenches of addiction, someone who’s sat in meetings feeling hollow, someone who’s prayed on the cold floor of a rehab bathroom, begging for a way out. --- 🛡️ Be on your guard. The battle doesn’t end when we put down the bottle, the needle, or whatever we used to cope. In fact, the fight ofte...
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"The Day I Stopped Saving Myself and Let Jesus Take Over"

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Losing My Life to Save It: What Mark 8:35 Taught Me About Recovery “For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me and for the gospel will save it.” — Mark 8:35 (NIV) Read on Bible.com » There’s a strange kind of freedom in hitting rock bottom. It’s a place no one ever wants to go, but sometimes, it’s where God speaks loudest. I remember thinking that if I could just get things under control, if I could fix everything—my relationships, my past, my pain—then maybe I could get my life back. I thought recovery was about pulling myself up and proving I was strong enough. But the more I tried to “save” my life, the more I lost it—emotionally, spiritually, and mentally. Then I came across Mark 8:35 , and everything changed. The Lie of Self-Sufficiency In addiction, and even in early recovery, there’s this strong urge to stay in control. We want to manage outcomes, keep our image intact, and hold onto our own ways of coping. But this verse turn...
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Training for Eternity: Finding True Strength in Recovery Through 1 Timothy 4:8

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Training for Eternity: What 1 Timothy 4:8 Teaches Us About Recovery “For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come.” —1 Timothy 4:8 (NIV) When we talk about recovery—whether from addiction, trauma, or a life of brokenness—we often focus on what we can see . Clean drug tests, regular routines, going to meetings, exercising, eating right… all of that is part of rebuilding a stable life. And Paul, in his letter to Timothy, acknowledges that: “physical training is of some value.” That means it matters . Taking care of your body, your habits, and your mental health is important. But Paul doesn’t stop there—and neither should we. He draws our attention to something deeper, something eternal: godliness. The Recovery We Can’t See Recovery is not just about breaking bad habits—it’s about transformation. And true transformation happens when we allow God to renew our hearts and minds (Romans 12...
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"When I Am Weak, He Is Strong": How Jesus Becomes Our Strength in Recovery

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"When I Am Weak, He Is Strong": How Jesus Becomes Our Strength in Recovery Recovery is often described as a battle—a long, sometimes painful, but ultimately beautiful journey from bondage to freedom. Whether it’s recovery from addiction, trauma, or a lifetime of broken choices, the road can feel overwhelming. It’s in these moments, when we feel we’ve got nothing left, that the message of Anne Wilson’s song “Strong” speaks loudest: “I’m not strong, but I’m standing in your strength.” The Illusion of Strength In active addiction or during a season of deep emotional pain, we often tell ourselves we have to be strong. We carry the weight of our failures, guilt, and shame on our own shoulders. We try to fix things ourselves, thinking strength looks like control, like never showing weakness. But that’s a lie the enemy wants us to believe—that we’re alone, and it’s up to us to save ourselves. Real Strength Begins at Surrender One of the most powerful truths in recovery is that...
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From Addiction to Purpose: How Jesus Turned My Life Around ✝️🔥

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From Addiction to Purpose: How Jesus Turned My Life Around ✝️🔥 There was a time when my life felt completely shattered. I was trapped in active addiction , broken by pain, lost in darkness, and convinced I had no future. But through all the chaos, one name echoed louder than my struggles: Jesus . Jesus didn’t just help me cope—He set me FREE. Chains that had bound me for years began to fall as I encountered the radical love of God. In those moments of desperation, He met me with grace, peace, and power that this world could never offer. Now, not only am I free from addiction, but I’ve stepped into a new season of life with purpose, passion, and direction. Today, I’m proud to say I’m studying Level 4 Counselling and Applied Psychology 🎓—a path I never imagined possible. It’s all because of Jesus’ goodness and mercy . He took what the enemy meant for destruction and turned it into a testimony of healing, growth, and transformation. But this isn’t just about me. It’s about YOU. ...
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On My Knees, Hands Lifted High: A Posture of Surrender and Power

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There’s something sacred and powerful about the posture of worship—knees bent low, hands stretched toward heaven, heart wide open before Jesus. It’s a physical expression of what’s happening on the inside: complete surrender, unshakable faith, and pure adoration. In today’s fast-paced world, we often associate strength with standing tall, pushing through, and never showing weakness. But in the Kingdom of God, strength is found in surrender. It’s in those moments when we fall to our knees, exhausted and broken, that Jesus meets us with healing, restoration, and grace. Kneeling Before the King Kneeling is more than a gesture; it's a declaration. It's saying, “Jesus, I can’t do this on my own. I need You.” Psalm 95:6 says, “Come, let us bow down in worship, let us kneel before the Lord our Maker.” It’s an invitation to recognize His authority, His sovereignty, and His love. When we kneel in worship, we’re not giving up—we’re giving over. We’re handing every burden, addiction...
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Why You Shouldn't Get Into a Relationship in Early Recovery

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When you first step into sobriety, everything changes. Your emotions, your habits, your entire identity — they all need rebuilding. One of the biggest mistakes people make in early recovery is jumping into new relationships too soon. In this blog, we'll explain why dating in early recovery can be dangerous, how it impacts your emotional health, and why it's crucial to focus on healing first. --- 1. Early Recovery Brings Intense Emotions In early recovery, your emotional system is waking up after years of being numbed. You may feel overwhelming sadness, anger, loneliness, or anxiety. Starting a new relationship during this emotional rollercoaster can lead to heartbreak and instability. New relationships require emotional maturity — something that's still being rebuilt in the first year of sobriety. > Tip: Focus on stabilizing your emotions before attaching your heart to someone new. --- 2. Cross-Addiction: Replacing Substances with People Cross-addiction happens when you ...
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Holding On to Faith During Recovery: Hebrews 11:1

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Recovery is not just about staying sober or making better choices — it’s a journey of the heart. It's learning to walk by faith and not by sight, trusting that real change is happening even when we can't always see it yet. Hebrews 11:1 says, "Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see." (NIV) This verse is powerful for anyone walking the road of recovery. When we first step away from addiction, brokenness, or pain, we don’t always feel instantly free. In fact, there are many days when it feels like nothing is changing. Temptation still whispers. The weight of the past still lingers. Doubts scream louder than hope. But faith — real, biblical faith — is confidence that what we are hoping for is coming. It's the assurance that even when the results aren’t visible, God is still moving. Recovery takes that kind of faith. It takes believing that the work you’re putting in — one day at a time — is not wasted. It takes trusting that...
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Breaking The Chains

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