How old were you when you first started using? How old was your son or daughter? As a high school teacher, I am acutely aware of the frequent use of alcohol, marijuana, and vaping. Use of these substances has become "normal," or accepted. Unfortunately, Some of our teens also have access and exposure... Continue Reading →
Empathy
Psalm 89:33 - But I will never, no never, lift my faithful love from off their lives. My kindness will prevail and I will never disown them. Earlier today I had the privilege of speaking to a group of first responders. They were in crisis intervention training and my job was to help them see... Continue Reading →
A Call to Action
" Now the gates of Jericho were tightly shut because the people were afraid of the Israelites. (Joshua 6:1) " There is a growing awareness in our country of the addiction problem. The news channels report on the opiod crisis, spreading knowledge throughout our communities. It is not enough however- we still have families torn... Continue Reading →
The Lord’s prayer for recovery
Luke 11:1 "Would you teach us a model prayer that we can pray, just like John did for his disciples?" Our father in heaven hallowed be your name- Lord, I want you to be the center of my life, the name I crave to hear. Your kingdom come - Make your kingdom real to me... Continue Reading →