There is a recovery group I joined recently called "Celebrate Recovery" to get help with several issues in my life. Here is a link for those who want to check it out [Link Removed]
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What do you think about Jesus Christ? Who is He?gail1954 said:There is a recovery group I joined recently called "Celebrate Recovery" to get help with several issues in my life. Here is a link for those who want to check it out. [Link Removed]
Praise God sister. I know our Lord Jesus Christ will be with you in it.gail1954 said:I truly believe in Him and that He is the son of God. I joined the recovery group to get help from other christians that struggle issues in their lives.
Is it 12 Step recovery based?gail1954 said:There is a recovery group I joined recently called "Celebrate Recovery" to get help with several issues in my life. Here is a link for those who want to check it out [Link Removed]
It's based loosely on the twelve steps, but without the loose understanding of a "higher power". It is Christ centered, but non-denominational in the sense that all other 12 step groups allow only one particular addiction. In other words, AA is for alcoholics, NA is for drug addicts (but includes alcoholics), alanon is for those who are addicted to drug addicts and alcoholics, Nicotine Anonymous is for people with addiction to nicotine, OA is for people with addictions to food. An alcoholic cannot go to an Overeaters Anonymous meeting if they identify themselves as an alcoholic. This would be like going to a Baptist church and professing a belief in the infallibility of the pope.Is it 12 Step recovery based?
Hello Gail, and Welcome,There is a recovery group I joined recently called "Celebrate Recovery" to get help with several issues in my life. Here is a link for those who want to check it out [Link Removed]
I used to have substance abuse issues in my life.
The 12-step program says one will always be an addict.
I haven't misused my medication in 17 years.
I've outgrown my past issues.
The 12-step program says I cannot successfully use my medication...they are clearly wrong.
Studies have shown that in the long-term, 12-step involvement is no more successful than recovery with no treatment.
The teachings of the 12-steps are called suggestions. They are implemented like laws.
I could go on, but what's the point. If the 12-steps work for you, great. If you disagree with me, fine. If you want to know the facts, do your own research. Overall, the 12-step program has had a destructive impact on my life.
True discipleship is what I needed.
I'm glad it works for you.
Narcotics Anonymous, Celebrate Recovery, and Overcomers don't work for me.
They don't allow you to outgrow your issues.
I have outgrown mine and have 17 years of proof.
Jesus, my doctor, and I have successfully dealt with my complex health issues for this long.
I was recently told by an Overcomers group leader that my doctor was my problem.
I may try a different church tomorrow...