God is our Anchor

Hi again everyone…from Christian Help For Addiction Online…we pray that your troubles are becoming fewer…

The storms of life (Finances, Relationships, Health, Children, Work) can come at us at any time…trying to predict and or worry about the future is senseless, as the anxiety that worry creates, only fuels maladaptive behavior. Everyone worries, and everyone becomes anxious at some point in their lives….the key is how do we address and cope with this “anticipatory worry” as it is called…in a healthy way.

When anxiety hits…here is what I recommend to group members…

—Get a check-up:    Believe it or not, there are some physical conditions (Thyroid issues etc) that can create anxiety. Having a complete physical with corresponding blood work, can help in alleviating any physical issues that might be causing you anxiety.

—In-take:  What are you consuming?  Or better yet, what aren’t you consuming?  Having a healthy diet, and limiting or removing such things as “caffeinated” drinks can go a long way in alleviating anxiety.  Perhaps you are not getting enough vitamins and nutrients?  These are issues that can be discussed with your physician.

—Exercise:  If you physician gives you the “ok” then get out there and start walking or jogging.  This is one of the top ways to eliminate anxiety.  There are many anxious people who have and/or produce excess amounts of norepinephrine. This adrenaline can wreak havoc on the body…but fortunately, physical exercise can help in “burning it up”, and subsequently eliminating some of the side effects of excess amounts, namely, anxiety.

—Meditate:  Meditation can be a wonderful sedative for the anxious mind. Meditation can be accomplished in many different ways.  I suggest you Google “Ways to meditate” and get some ideas. Pick what’s right for you and get started.

—Prayer:  Oh yes, and last but not least, then there is God. Support systems (friends, relatives, therapists) come and go. But if you are looking for 24/7 help to get through the day…there is no better resource than God.  Christ told his followers that he came so “they might have life and have it more abundantly” …and having a life full of worry and anxiety was not part of the plan for you.  While we live out this “human experience’ there will be difficult times.  But when you come to the realization that you were created by an all knowing and all loving God, who wants to be part of your life, then “this life” takes on a different meaning.

Turning to God in Prayer and meditation can help in relaxing the mind.  A relaxed mind will make better decisions and won’t be driven by impulses.  Get a bible if you don’t have one and start reading it.  I tell people to focus on Proverbs…as this book is truly a biblical “Guide for Life” so to speak. You can begin to know the “Mind of God” as you read through the bible, and see how life situations are dealt with, especially in the New Testament.  The teachings of Christ are focused on “Forgiveness” and “Love”.  What better way to go through life.

Many of the members ask just how do they become a Christian and how do they accept Christ as their savior?  I refer them to the bible, namely the book of

 Romans; Chapter 10. Verse 9

If you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.

What does Lord mean? That he came here to this earth to rescue us from sin, and to die in our place on a cross. He experienced “this life”, a brutal life that beat him into the ground and hung him up on a cross. So he knows our pain when we are beaten down by life, and there seems to be no way out…Turn to him for help today…you might be c loser to a victory than you could have ever imagined.

Stay well and God bless…

 

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Self Medicating-Be Really Careful

It just seems that the stresses of life are on an upswing these days. I know more and more friends who are out of work, or forced to take a lower paying job just to make  ends meet. Others I know have been volunteering their time just to stay busy.

Actually that is really a great idea. Rather then sitting at home, go out and volunteer somewhere. A local soup kitchen, thrift store, wherever. I know what you might be thinking, that sure won’t pay the bills. I agree. But sometimes you can do a little “networking” and meet people who know somebody who is looking for help. You know what I mean.  Give and it is usually given back to you. It’s called the law of “Reciprocity”. Your act of kindness in helping others is usually returned.

But getting back on track, sometimes during these tough moments we want to “ease the pain” Escape from reality so to speak. That escape can be accomplished by alcohol or drugs, including grass. You have to be real careful when you fall into that “defeatist” mentality and the “woe is me” thinking. That is Satan talking for sure. Like Christ said, and I always keep repeating it, “The thief comes to kill, steal and destroy your life”  Be on guard. The last thing you want to do is start developing a “habit” where you are relying on something to get you through the day.

Get out of the house. Stay occupied. Like I said, volunteer. keep your mind focused on healthy things. And most of all pray. Every day that you can get up and out of the bed is a victory. Thank God for that. There truly are people worse off in this world. When the “temptation” comes to self-medicate, change your surroundings quick. If you’re with so called “friends” get out of there. Leave and go for a walk.

If you are home alone. get out of there as well. If it’s the middle of the night, then open the bible and start reading the book of Psalms. God will reveal himself to you for sure, and re-direct that stinking thinking. You are special. You are a creature that was made by the almighty God. He loves you and wants to help us navigate “This Life”. So lean on him, its never too late.

From all of us here at Christian Help For Addiction Online we continue to pray for you and know that God will eventually intervene in your struggles.

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A Thanks To All Mothers

Wow what more can I say but thanks. Especially all the mothers out there who have stood by us through thick or thin. I think of those reckless years, nights out, dysfunctional friends, struggle after struggle. But it always seemed that the mother of the individual struggling was always by their side.  Mothers have thick skin, that’s for sure.

I appreciate my mother so much for being a “Godly” mother. How she would pray at night for safety and guidance for all of us, and how she lived a life of faith, always keeping God first in her life. We are lucky when we have good role models, it truly rubs off.

If your mother is still with you then be thankful. Make sure you tell her how much you love her and appreciate all the things she has done. Give her a hug, and pray with her. If you have unresolved issues with your mother, then out them aside. Life is too short, and Satan would love nothing more then to see you at odds with your mother. As Christ said..”the thief comes to kill, steal and destroy” Swallow your pride and put a leash on your ego. Give your mom a call and tell her how much you love her.

For new and current mothers today we continue to pray for you. This world seems to be deteriorating a a quick pace, (at least morally). If you truly want the world to change the realize it starts with you and your kids. We have to be a positive role model for them. Don’t leave it to the teachers or anybody else. They have their own short comings, and you might not want your kids looking up to them.

Let them see that you are a woman of God. That there is a G0d that they can pray to for guidance and direction. Children need this hope. With schools today pushing evolution more and more, they are just squeezing God out of the equation. Again like Christ said, “the thief comes to kill, steal and destroy”.

We hope you have a wonderful mothers day. If your mom is in the hands of God then say a quick prayer. Something like, “Dear lord, Give mom a hug, we miss her so much and tell her we love her”   Hey don’t worry. Christ promised that all believers will be together again. So Believe!

Until next time stay well and God Bless> 

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Friends-Be Cautious With That Term

You really have to be a little cautious these days with whom you are calling, or better yet labeling, your friend. Many of us just throw that term out  there with even casual acquaintances. It seems that we are naturally longing for more and more friends.

This holds especially true if you are in a “vulnerable” state of mind. Perhaps you are struggling with an addiction. Maybe you are having trouble in a relationship and you ask that assumed “friend” for advice on how to mend you relationship.  Suppose that person s coming off their own broken marriage or broken relationship.  They could be angry at the opposite sex and start telling you how to “get even” rather then make amends.

W really have to be careful with who we take advice from. Sometimes people mean well, but what worked for them might be totally opposite for you.

If you need sound loving direction then open up the bible. I like the book of Proverbs. Start reading through that and its unbelievable how what was said thousands of years ago still pertains to today’s events and ailments. Even addictions are addressed from a Christian perspective.

Here at Christian Help For Addiction Online we hope to provide some Godly insights into improving your life. This life will come with trials and struggles, and we have to learn to navigate it in a healthy way. Self-medicating with alcohol and or drugs is not a healthy way, mainly because there are usually health consequences. Start picking up some healthy habits to cope and deal with the stress. If you need guidance in finding a “healthy lifestyle” then seek professional help. It will pay great dividends in the long run.