Celebrate Recovery

"Life Hurts, God Heals"  (January, 2010)

Beginning Wednesday, January 13, and for the following five Wednesday nights, a bible study for every age level will show us that "Life Hurts, God Heals".  Join us in Fellowship Hall at 5:45 for a light dinner, followed by a time of worship and testimonies in the Sanctuary.  At 7:00, we will break into small groups.  This study is for the entire family ---children, youth, and adults!   A nursery will be provided.

 

HURTS

The feeling of being hurt is an emotional reaction to another person’s behavior or to a disturbing situation.

Can you identify? We all can. Yes, I said “all.” We all put on a mask that we want others to accept as who we are but behind the mask is the real person with all the hurt that comes with it. Whether or not the hurt was something that you did or something that was done to you, there is guilt and shame and a desire to cover it up. But what is this cover-up doing to you and to your present relationships? Do you find yourself acting out with chemicals, or food, or sex, or in some other way?

How would it be to share that hurt with others who will understand- to release the shame and the guilt, to realize that you are not alone in dealing with this? Celebrate Recovery can bring you together with others who are struggling with the same issues. Together you will be able to help each other heal.

HABITS

A habit is an addiction to someone or something (alcohol, drugs, food, gambling, sex, shopping or smoking).

Sound familiar? Unfortunately, for many of us, they are way too familiar. When did the alcohol turn from just an occasional social drink to getting drunk? How long did it take you to go from a reasoned shopper to one who has to have the latest thing on the market—no matter how many you have, this one just has to be better? When did eating for nutrition turn into eating from stress, pressure, or boredom?

You are not alone. Celebrate Recovery can connect you to others who know what it is like. You can kick this habit with Jesus as your Higher Power and with the sisters and brothers here to support and encourage you.

HANG-UPS

A hang-up is a negative mental attitude that is used to cope with people or adversity, such as anger, depression, fear, or unforgiveness.

Do you just want to stay in bed in the morning because you don't see a reason for life? Are there people in your life who you just can't forgive? Do you fear what the future might bring?

Celebrate Recovery can give you a different perspective on these issues. You see, God knows your future. When you get into fellowship with God, He can give you His perspective on life. Life then takes on meaning. You will be able to forgive others of their sins against you when you see that God has forgiven you. You will not fear the future when you realize that God is in charge of the future. This will take time and support and encouragement—all found at Celebrate Recovery.