Addiction and Recovery
Recovery from addiction is a major undertaking and a gift you give yourself, your family, and your community. While recovery can be a long and arduous process, it is so gratifying when you can confidently say your addiction is well-managed and no longer in control of your life. Share addiction stories to inspire others to take their first steps toward recovery.
The Journey of Recovery: Making Peace with the Past
In a Jesus Calling podcast, Guideposts Editor-in-Chief Edward Grinnan makes a discovery.
How an Art Class Gave This Worried Mom Hope
She feared her son would never overcome his drug addiction—until she received divine assurance.
A Lone Watermelon Reminded Her to Let Go and Let God
After attending Al-Anon meetings, she realized that she was enabling her son’s narcotics addiction.
How ‘Just a Job’ Turned into a Career and a Relationship with God
With a life in shambles, one mysterious moment changes everything.
A Recovering Alcoholic Feared Her Daughter Might Repeat Her Mistakes
How could she prevent her teenage daughter from turning to alcohol?
How ‘Interoceptive Awareness’ Can Help Your Body Relax
Research shows we benefit simply by having an accurate understanding of our mind, body and feelings.
Why Acceptance Is a Big Part of Recovery
In sobriety, being “cured” doesn’t play a role. But peace and serenity do.
Free from Guideposts: A Daily Devotions Booklet on Recovery
Whether you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, this collection of 60 devotionals offers a message of hope and inspiration.
How She Helped a Pastor Struggling with Alcohol Addiction
She healed from the sadness of her father’s alcoholism by befriending a clergyman years later.
How a Fond Memory of Her Son Sustained Her
Drug addiction took her son. But a chance encounter with another child reminded her to open her eyes to God’s many miracles.
She Donated a Kidney to the Cop Who Arrested Her
After years of drug abuse, she finally got sober. But she had no idea what God had in store for her.
5 Signs from Beyond from Her Late Son
After her son passed, these mysterious experiences showed that their love could never be broken.
Someone Cares: A Much-Needed Hug
This addiction recovery community sends comforting, blessed shawls to those in need.
Her Care Packages Comforted These Vietnam Veterans on Valentine’s Day
A Vietnam vet struggling with addiction was inspired by a simple gift of sewing kits.
This Prison Chaplain Earned a Divine Second Chance
The former drug addict spent time in prison; then a mysterious letter propelled him to change his life.
God's Grace—and a Banjo—Made This Marine Veteran Whole Again
Tormented by memories of the Vietnam War, he turned to alcohol. Music was his path to sobriety and salvation.