Overcoming Addiction – Lisa’s Testimony
June 5, 2009
My name is Lisa, and I have been saved by Grace through faith in Jesus Christ. Let me begin by telling you a bit about myself.
I have been clean and sober for 29 months, and can tell you beyond a shadow of a doubt I would not have been able to do this on my own!
I come from a long line of alcoholism so normal was never part of my culture. I was led by example. I used drugs and alcohol for 31 years. For me, everyday life was a challenge.
At first, I was seemingly part of society. Going through the day to day process I became a chameleon. Fitting in seemed most comfortable where I could numb myself from my pain. It seemed others around me must have been there for all the same reasons.
I lived in darkness; loneliness, resentment and pain, disbelief in man and God is how I lived my life. I was never able to hurdle the walls that kept me sober long enough that I wouldn’t do drugs. They usually came hand in hand for me.
As I got older, more responsibilities, more people to answer to, it became harder to hide. Then somewhere along the way the drugs and alcohol took over. I had lost everything precious to me. I was surrounded by darkness, scared, lonely and tired of fighting a battle I could NOT win on my own.
I cried out to the Lord to PLEASE help me. I didn’t know how to Pray, I just KNEW He was listening. My life has NEVER been the same since.
Surrendering to the Lord and giving Him my earthly will has given me peace, hope and overwhelming joy. I was broken and now I know the sweet aroma of Praise.
I no longer live with the demons that directed my life. I live in a personal relationship with Jesus Christ through Faith.
I am no longer angry for my circumstances. I have been forgiven for my sins. I am now grateful and Blessed.
I thank Jesus Christ that I am alive and have this opportunity to stand before you as living proof that you too can be saved. Your not alone, speak to the Lord as a Father and He will save you too.
Thank You
Thank you Lisa for your Testimony! God’s overcoming addiction power in your life is evident.
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Thank you for sharing your testimony Lisa. It gave me a chill to hear how amazing the Lord has been in your life. Congratulations on all that you have done and continue to do. You are an inspiration to all of your sisters in Christ! Love you.