Rediscovering Hope: A Message for the Struggling Addict

As I sat down to write this, I couldn’t help but think about the countless individuals out there who are trapped in the depths of addiction, grappling with a seemingly endless cycle of despair and hopelessness. It’s a reality that hits far too close to home for many, and it’s a burden that can feel insurmountable at times.

But I want you to know that there is redemption. There is light at the end of the tunnel, no matter how dark things may seem.

In my book, Reinvented​, I’ve poured my heart out to the suffering addict – the person who is right in the trenches, fighting a battle that can sometimes feel like it’s consuming their very soul. I know what it’s like to feel like God has abandoned you, to believe that you were created to be nothing more than a failure and a drug addict. I’ve been there, and I can tell you with absolute certainty that it’s not true.

Jesus is waiting with open arms, ready to embrace you and guide you back to the path of healing and restoration. All you need to do is surrender – surrender your pain, your shame, your addiction, and allow Him to take over.

I’ve used some raw, gritty details because I want you to understand that no matter how far down you’ve gone, no matter how deep the pit of despair may seem, there is always hope. The road to recovery may be long and arduous, but it is possible. You are not beyond redemption.

So, if you’re struggling, if you’re in the throes of addiction, I urge you to hold on to that glimmer of hope. Reach out for help, whether it’s to a loved one, a support group, or a professional counselor. You don’t have to walk this path alone.

Remember, you are not defined by your addiction. You are a child of God, worthy of love, forgiveness, and a second chance. And I believe with every fiber of my being that if you open your heart to Him, He will meet you where you are and guide you towards the freedom and peace you so desperately desire.