Addiction

I’m so thankful to be a part of a church that cares about the restoration of people. In reality, if you can breathe and you’re human then you probably have issues, struggles, disappointments and let downs. All these things can set us up to addictive behavior. Often our addictions are addictions because we have unresolved underlying issues. Mountainview Christian Church has a restoration ministry because we believe God can change people, save lives and marriages, encourage and support the lonely, broken and lost. I was pleased to hear Pastor Dave share with our church about addictions and give us practical steps to break free from our addictions.

As I thought through the message on Sunday as verse kept coming back to mind:

"No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will alsoprovide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it." 1 Corinthians 10:13 (ESV)

God is aware of our addictions. What is your addiction? What are you willing to overcome your addiction? Pastor Dave reminded us to not deceive yourselves, to understand and resolve your underlying issues, to remember your addiction is a life-long battle and to think about what God is calling you to do with the rest of your life. I hope you know that Mountainview is committed to partnering with the Holy Spirit and producing life change.

Our Restoration Ministry is for real people with real issues to find real answers. If you’d like more information about this ministry please contact Pastor Dave at the church. This ministry is making a difference in many lives. Currently we have four counselors and one life coach available seeing between 35-40 clients each week. We have a partnership with 12 Step programs where nearly 150 people come into our church building for support each week. In addition to the 12 Step programs we offer classes such as Divorce Care, The Genesis Process, Grief Share, Hungry for Hope, Changes that Heal and How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk.

We finish our HOSTAGE series this week with LIES. Lies we tell and lies we believe can hold us HOSTAGE. We will provide you with a practical strategy to break free from LIES. I hope you’ll plan on being here as we wrap this series up.

Don’t forget to swing by on October 31st for Trunk or Treat, 6:30-8:30pm. Bring your whole family to our parking lot for a night of decked out vehicles, family fun, foods and treats as we strive to bring light into our community.

Mountainview, I am proud of you, I believe in you and I love you!
Pastor Tom