Do Addictions Rule Your Life?
- 21stcglmediateam
- Nov 1, 2024
- 2 min read
Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. So, glorify God in your body. 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 (ESV)
In the news recently was the death of an entertainer who apparently died because of numerous substances in his system. This brings to mind this question, do you allow addictions whether it be substance/drug abuse, sexual addictions, pornography, food, other people, etc., to rule your life? People allow themselves to get into such a position where these vices and/or individuals have significant control over them, and in many cases to the point where they may lose their life.
God does not want any of us to allow addictions to control our lives. There are many tools to use to master our addictions and control them, and not allow them to control us. But we must be willing to shut down any hold or access these various addictions have in our lives. In life, we will have ups, downs, and plateau periods. There are times (whether you are a Christian or not) when everything is not going to be happy and perfect. However, despite the ups, downs, and plateau periods, you can still have peace and deep-seated joy from God and not look to try and obtain it with artificial substitutions.
God’s word states that our bodies are the temple of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19). As such, He does not want us to ingest just anything into our system, our spirit. God wants His children to be pure and to seek to dwell in a wholesome environment, only allowing what is good to be internalized.
If you struggle with addictions, please look to get professional help to overcome the stronghold that is in your life. There are professional counselors, Christian counselors/groups, other groups, and/or organizations that can help you with whatever addictions you are facing. Know that God is with you every step of the way and will help you as you learn to lean on Him and His word.
Please, do not allow addictions to rule or even take your life.
Blessings,
Angélique
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