Coming into a recovery group setting is threatening for many of us. The place is unfamiliar. We don’t know the people, and, compared to our former lifestyle, the rules seem restrictive. We are not even acquainted with the God we prayed to when we knew we needed help. We are in unfamiliar territory and unsure if recovery is for us. Thankfully, we can cry out to God again and again to help us get through the unfamiliar and He reassures us that He will be there to help.
Ah, God, listen to my prayer, my cry—open your ears. Don’t be callous; just look at these tears of mine. I’m a stranger here. I don’t know my way—a migrant like my whole family. Give me a break, cut me some slack before it’s too late and I’m out of here. (Psalm 39:12-13 MSG)
If we listen attentively, we will hear God’s quiet voice reminding us that He is with us, helping us make this adjustment to our daily living. If we choose for God and all His ways, rather than quitting, we will be accompanied by the One who is full of wisdom, compassion, and unfailing love for us.
Show me the right path, O Lord; point out the road for me to follow. Lead me by your truth and teach me, for you are the God who saves me. All day long I put my hope in you. (Psalm 25:4-5 NLT)
Prayer: Lord Jesus, You know when I feel helpless and You listen to my cries for help. I choose not to allow unfamiliar things to terrify me for You are ever present with me in my time of need. AMEN
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