Does a substance or behavior have a firm grip on you? Don’t lose hope. Addiction isn’t the end but a fork in the road.
Talking Points:
- Drugs can become an escape for someone who is unable to process the difficulties in their life. Everyone is struggling with something and has some type of void inside themselves.
- To truly change an ingrained habit or behavior, one must be willing to do anything to get better. Becoming healthy must be the number one priority.
- Surrender doesn’t mean giving up or giving in. It means moving in a new direction lead by Jesus.
Discussion:
- Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- What are some common addictions that people suffer? Why do people often get addicted to these things?
- What are some addictions that may be “taboo” to talk about? Why do you think these things are “taboo?”
- How can having an addiction affect the lives of family, friends, co-workers, and others? Explain.
- Read 1 Peter 5:6-9. If you struggle with an addiction, what keeps you from surrendering? Or what do you think would keep someone from surrendering?
- Why is it hard to admit when we are wrong?
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
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