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Experience, Strength, And Hope (1)

Friday November 22, 2013

Many of us, when we come into recovery, are physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually weak.  We’re running on empty and it feels more like limping rather than running at all.  We need to get strong.  Some of us have diseases and wounds that need healing.  Some are suffering from poor eating habits and need proper nutrition.  Our minds are confused and worn out.  Our emotions are ultra-sensitive.  The task of detoxing in recovery is to help deal with enough of these conditions so we can hear and think clearly.



We come to support group meetings to continue our journey with God in recovery and to share our experience with others.  What is working for them that might work for us?  What secrets do old-timers have that can help us get strong and stay strong?  What hope do they have to offer us?  Those who have walked in recovery for a time know that the ultimate source of their strength and hope comes from Jesus Christ.  They introduce us to a way of life that is grounded in Steps 1, 2 and 3 which remind us that we can't but God can if we will let Him. 

[God] gives power to those who are tired and worn out; he offers strength to the weak.  Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength.  They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. (Isaiah 40:29 NLT, 40:30-31NIV)

Jesus said “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.  Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.” (Matthew 11:28-29 NIV)
It is God's desire that we support one another and share our experience, strength, and hope with each other.  However, the foundation of all our strength and hope is what God has for us.  He promises comfort and rest.  God promises power when we are tired and worn out.  God promises us hope that renews us and guidance to walk in a way that strengthens us rather than wearying us.

Jesus invites us to come to Him today and learn.  A great prayer for today is: "Here I am God.  I want to learn from you.  I want the rest for my soul that you promise me." 




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