Category: Christian Track

Approval Addiction: How People Pleasers Can Become Substance Abusers

Couple dancing "For they loved the glory that comes from men more than the glory that comes from God” -John 12:43 From a very young age, I remember taking great pleasure in making others happy. Whether it was a parent, teacher, coach or friend I always appreciated and enjoyed knowing that I could bring joy and purpose [...]
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Addressing Addictions and Strongholds of Your Kids and Teens

Woman struggling with Addiction in the Modeling Field As a father of 4, I can’t think of anything more demoralizing or horrifying than the thought of a predator coming into my home and harming any of my kids in anyway. When I think that thought I cringe with sadness but also a fresh resolve washes over my heart. As I ponder the atrocities [...]
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Holistic Recovery and the High Price of Neglect

Man praying As a Pastor, I get the unique opportunity and privilege to study some of the greatest minds and lives that have ever graced our planet. One such mind was the great saint Ignatius. Ignatius launched a missionary movement through Europe centuries ago and instilled into his disciples the key practices of self-management, self-care and the [...]
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How to Find Your Perfect Program in 2017

Man after rehab considering changing careers New year means new opportunities, new potential for change and growth and greater capacity for freedom and joy. In my last blog post, I urged you to consider getting professional help in fighting your addiction so that you wouldn’t go at it alone. I encouraged you with several compelling reasons why you might need professional [...]
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How Do I Forgive My Spouse Who Betrayed Me in a Sexual Addiction?

Spouse holding hands The devastating fallout of sexual addictions is de-stabilizing and wreaking havoc on the average American family. It’s been reported that 50% of all men and 30 % of all women have an active engagement with pornographic material (and here’s the sad truth, most studies show that it’s not much different in the Church). We’ve traded [...]
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