Hawaii And Christian Religious Addiction

Download Hawaii And Christian Religious Addiction full books in PDF, epub, and Kindle. Read online Hawaii And Christian Religious Addiction ebook anywhere anytime directly on your device. Fast Download speed and no annoying ads. We cannot guarantee that every ebooks is available!

Hawaii and Christian Religious Addiction

Author : James Slobodzien
Publisher : Universal-Publishers
ISBN 13 : 1581122101
Total Pages : 156 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (811 download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Book Synopsis Hawaii and Christian Religious Addiction by : James Slobodzien

Download or read book Hawaii and Christian Religious Addiction written by James Slobodzien and published by Universal-Publishers. This book was released on 2004 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A literature review was conducted on the relatively newly recognized phenomenon of religious addiction within Christianity. The symptoms, beliefs, and stages of religious addiction along with the characteristics of religiously addictive organizations are also considered. In addition a religious attitudes inventory was designed to assess general spirituality, religious addictive beliefs, religious addictive symptoms, and church leadership practices. The author surveyed ministers, psychologists, psychiatrists, and the general public to assess the relationship between religious addiction and church leadership. More specifically, the purpose of this survey was to attempt to determine if religious addictive beliefs and symptoms are more positively correlated with churches structured upon a self- selected (authoritarian hierarchial) style of leadership versus an elected (collegial) style of church leadership. In the latter, power and authority is equally vested in each of a number of elected church leaders. The results of this survey suggest the possibility of a positive correlation between the self-selected minister group and their responses to religious addictive beliefs and symptoms. Further study of a prospective nature with larger samples is necessary to define this relationship more clearly. Additional research with onsite observation and assessments is necessary to adequately verify the possible link between religious addiction and church leadership practices. Future research must replicate this study with different samples to determine whether results obtained in the present survey generalize to similar groups.

Religious Addiction, Mental Health and Spirituality

Author : Regina Pinto-Moura
Publisher : Xulon Press
ISBN 13 : 1602667934
Total Pages : 126 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (26 download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Book Synopsis Religious Addiction, Mental Health and Spirituality by : Regina Pinto-Moura

Download or read book Religious Addiction, Mental Health and Spirituality written by Regina Pinto-Moura and published by Xulon Press. This book was released on 2008-06 with total page 126 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The most destructive Frankenstein was created "in the name of God", among Brazilians in Somerville, Massachusetts. An unhealthy faith system it was established. As a result, many Brazilians may not trust any authority. They are becoming unable to discern who supports their integrity, and who not. Visibly, the mental health of some religious leaders became an issue. The questions that arise at the intersection of faith and mental illness are not easily answered. It is impossible to deny the damage caused by some leaders around the Boston greater area. Faith has been destroyed, lives have been lost and an entire generation has been spiritually, emotionally and psychologically mutilated. This book represents an action to take responsibility before God and the second generation of Brazilians in the United States. In order to understand the reasons behind this process of "deconversion" the challenge is to consider some aspects of religious addictions, mental health and spirituality. The Brazilian community has been diagnosed with a "spiritual tumor". This illness has the potential for causing isolation. Unless addressed, this sense of isolation and unproductive faith can be ongoing. Many of the Brazilians feel that their faith has been stolen, and it's time to take it back. Authentic accountability with each other could be the very thing that re-ignites our passion for Christ and His kingdom. Rev. Dr. Regina Pinto-Moura The Rev. Dr. Regina Pinto-Moura pastors the Shalom International Baptist Community in Somerville, Massachusetts. She also serves side by side with her husband, the Rev. Dr. Jota Moura Rocha. Ordained in Massachusetts in 2003, Regina earned a Masters in Counseling Psychology and Addiction from Cambridge College, Cambridge, MA. She has a Doctorate from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary for her studies in Ministry in Complex Urban Settings.

Hidden Bible Taboos Forbidden By Organized Christianity

Author : James Slobodzien
Publisher : James Slobodzien
ISBN 13 : 1480135801
Total Pages : 400 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (81 download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Book Synopsis Hidden Bible Taboos Forbidden By Organized Christianity by : James Slobodzien

Download or read book Hidden Bible Taboos Forbidden By Organized Christianity written by James Slobodzien and published by James Slobodzien. This book was released on 2014-05-01 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Have you ever wondered about the Mysteries of God’s wisdom or the secret to knowledge? Jesus condemned the religious leaders of his day for taking away the “Key to Knowledge,” (Luke 11:52). This remarkable article anthology may have accidentally uncovered some of these ancient mysteries that are now considered TABOO - to help you to read and really understand the Bible. Less Could the 7 Pillars or dimensions of Wisdom (Pro. 9:1) possibly be related to the “Key to Knowledge?” Hidden Bible Taboos began as one short essay that just for fun proposed a “7 Dimension Theory of Everything” but several readers encouraged me to continue researching it, and I soon discovered that it is the nature of the Universe for things to exist in 7’s. For example, there are 7 types of Matter and 7 forms of Energy in the universe. When we consider “Time,” the 7 Day calendar week continues to be universal and immemorial in its observance among all nations and in all times. Space - our earthly physical space is divided up into 7 Continents, 7 Oceans, and 7 Seas. After studying the multiple patterns of 7s in the universe’s numerical DNA, I turned my focus to ancient cultures and was shocked to find that in the ancient wisdom writings including Christianity, the number 7 stands for spiritual perfection and divine completeness. For example, the Bible’s book of Isaiah mentions the 7 Spirits of God the Father (Isaiah 11:2). The Apostle John mentions the 7 Stars of God the Son (Rev. 1:20), and the Apostle Paul mentions the 7 Gifts of God the Holy Spirit (Rom. 12:6-8). In addition, Zechariah mentions the 7 Eyes of the Lord, which range throughout the earth (Zech. 4:10). This incredible phenomenon of multiples of 7 cannot be explained by chance or human design. It is in these “7 Pillars of God’s Wisdom,” that I have experienced a paradigm shift that has opened my eyes to see this divine tapestry to gain a better understanding of the Bible. The 7 Dimension articles were written as independent brief essays over a period of 7 years. After receiving comments from many readers over the years (sometimes secretly) a theme became apparent that seemed to be pointing to the fact that these divine truths of the 7 dimensional (7D) biblical patterns of 7 were not being taught by the professional religious leaders of Catholic and Protestant Churches, because they were forbidden by custom or tradition. They are TABOO. This compilation of independent articles indirectly provides a historical overview of the ancient world that leads up to the time of Jesus and the Early Church, and reveals some Taboos related to sex, drugs, violence and racism. The majority of the Taboos in this book however, are not related to ancient mysterious pagan practices. The most significant Taboos in this book are coming from professional church leaders of organized religions of Christianity today who forbid their church members from knowing and practicing what is written in the New Testament, and commanded by Jesus and his Apostles. Hidden Bible Taboos is a collection of these 7D articles that have accidentally uncovered and systematically integrated ancient religious mythologies; archeological mysteries; scientific and historical facts; and End Time prophecies to reveal the "Christian Sun-god" conspiracy. It is not a formal theological treatise on spirituality and/or religion as it is a work in progress that is very, very far from perfect. With the above disclaimer to having and/or knowing the absolute truth, I would like to present what I believe to be the 7 dimension (7D) origins of ancient religious knowledge and ageless wisdom that have been passed down to us by our ancestors - So put on your 7D glasses! Dedication: This book is dedicated to Peter Waldo (Founder of the Waldensians) and the 50 million other Christians who were persecuted and slaughtered by the Organized Religion of Christianity (Papacy) in the middle ages and later. Spiritual/Religious Reading Material Warning: The contents of this article anthology may shock and inspire you into developing your spiritual life. Don't let yourself or your friends go without reading this life-changing book!

Healing Spiritual Abuse & Religious Addiction

Author : Matthew Linn
Publisher : Paulist Press
ISBN 13 : 9780809134885
Total Pages : 180 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (348 download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Book Synopsis Healing Spiritual Abuse & Religious Addiction by : Matthew Linn

Download or read book Healing Spiritual Abuse & Religious Addiction written by Matthew Linn and published by Paulist Press. This book was released on 1994 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses the realities of spiritual abuse and religious addiction -- how they are defined, the reasons they exist and how people can move beyond vulnerable life patterns in order to enjoy a more lifegiving relationship with God and with a healthy faith community.

Christian Psychotherapy and Criminal Rehabilitation

Author : James Slobodzien
Publisher : Universal-Publishers
ISBN 13 : 9781581125399
Total Pages : 112 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (253 download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Book Synopsis Christian Psychotherapy and Criminal Rehabilitation by : James Slobodzien

Download or read book Christian Psychotherapy and Criminal Rehabilitation written by James Slobodzien and published by Universal-Publishers. This book was released on 2004 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Recently, there has been a growing interest in biblically based approaches to counseling by spirit filled evangelical scholars and counseling psychologists. They are integrating the research of psychology and religion particularly the Christian Faith, for rehabilitative efforts. Since a review of a number of recidivism studies in various states and in the Federal prison system leads to the conclusion that roughly two-thirds of the offenders released from prison will be reimprisoned, usually for committing new offenses, within a 3-year period, there is a great need for change in our correctional counseling philosophies. When we consider that a large percentage of the inmates that go to jail and prison return to the community unchanged, it can paint a pretty frightening picture of how unsafe our communities really are. Therefore, I believe that it is the church's responsibility to provide an extensive counseling ministry to prisoners through the transformation by the power of Jesus in regeneration and the use of biblical psychological research. This book will focus on the past and present psychological research which has enhanced the integration of psychology and religion. Sweeping generalizations and testimonies of success, unsupported by factual data will not be presented. Articles supporting the idea that Christian conversion is a valid experience in the development of a positive identity will be provided. In addition, an examination of prisoner mental states will be recognized and responded to from a biblical counseling perspective. The design of this investigation will be based upon evaluating certain fundamental Christian behavior characteristics of the conversion experience with the process of personal identity formation. The central theme throughout this book will purport that the Christian faith can play a vital role in the correctional process of an inmate's social adjustment and reintegration into the community.

When God Becomes a Drug

Author : Leo Booth
Publisher : TarcherPerigee
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 292 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Book Synopsis When God Becomes a Drug by : Leo Booth

Download or read book When God Becomes a Drug written by Leo Booth and published by TarcherPerigee. This book was released on 1991 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Father Leo Booth, nationally renowned spokesperson on recovery issues, reveals a startling picture of millions of people living dysfunctional lives through their religious addiction. Father Booth offers a clear-cut program, giving readers practical ways to overcome excessive devotion and attain healthy spirituality.

When Religion Is an Addiction

Author : Robert N. Minor
Publisher : Fairness Proj
ISBN 13 : 9780970958129
Total Pages : 157 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (581 download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Book Synopsis When Religion Is an Addiction by : Robert N. Minor

Download or read book When Religion Is an Addiction written by Robert N. Minor and published by Fairness Proj. This book was released on 2007 with total page 157 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When Religion is an Addiction first asks us to change our understanding of the radical religious right, to consider it in a new light, so that we can do something that will first of all ensure the health of those outside the addiction, and secondly, end our own activities that are part of the dynamics that further the religious right-wing. Chapters two through seven set out the new understanding of many in the religious right-wing and how it explains what we've been seeing in social issues and politics.The ultimate goal is not only to set forth a way to understand the problem but also to point to solutions. Chapter one sets the tone for that by calling us to stop arguing about religion in general.The recent spate of books that defend atheism — what Time magazine has labelled “an atheist literary wave” — are a welcome alternative voice in American religious dialogue. They also encourage such arguments and soothe the atheist choir, while providing further opportunities for the right-wing to use religion for its accompanying feeling of righteousness.Chapter eight discusses practical guidelines for dealing with people who use religion as their addiction. People in Dr. Minor's workshops have already found these guidelines helpful, reassuring, and empowering.

How God Sanitized My Soul

Author : Jonathan Okinaga
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781936076147
Total Pages : 266 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (761 download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Book Synopsis How God Sanitized My Soul by : Jonathan Okinaga

Download or read book How God Sanitized My Soul written by Jonathan Okinaga and published by . This book was released on 2009-12 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Since I serve an awesome God, I am able to give hope to the hopeless and love to the unlovable." At one point I felt unlovable, hopeless, chaotic, and undeserving of anything good. The pain and despair nearly killed me. No drug, drink, meeting, woman, money, fame, or power could ever have fixed me. It has been my personal relationship with Christ that has healed those wounds. As you read what God has placed on my heart, please know that without Him, I am nothing; but because of Him I can share with you... How God Sanitized My Soul. -----Born and raised in a Christian home, Jonathan had plenty of Bible knowledge, but what he didn't have was a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. How God Sanitized My Soul is a personal account of Jonathan's journey from the depths of drug addiction to starting a recovery ministry at his church in Hawaii, a transformation for which he gives all the glory to Christ alone.

30 Days to Overcoming Addictive Behavior

Author : Tony Evans
Publisher : Harvest House Publishers
ISBN 13 : 0736964649
Total Pages : 92 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (369 download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Book Synopsis 30 Days to Overcoming Addictive Behavior by : Tony Evans

Download or read book 30 Days to Overcoming Addictive Behavior written by Tony Evans and published by Harvest House Publishers. This book was released on 2017-03-28 with total page 92 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Your Life Can Be Different Do you feel ambushed by your obsessions? Addictions come in all forms: overindulging, overspending, overworking, and more. But no matter how they show up in your life, your addictions trap you and edge out the full freedom you can enjoy in Christ. What if, in the next month, you could break the hold a bad habit has on you? Join Dr. Tony Evans on a 30-day journey filled with powerful biblical insights and practical tips for overcoming the behavior that controls you. You'll discover the tools and principles you need to embrace healing and find liberation. Are you ready to experience the relief of overcoming addiction?

Hawaii Pearl

Author : Jena Nix
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781098084424
Total Pages : 288 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (844 download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Book Synopsis Hawaii Pearl by : Jena Nix

Download or read book Hawaii Pearl written by Jena Nix and published by . This book was released on 2021-05-12 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Look, Lonnie, you're not in a position to demand more money from me. I've paid you plenty." Slurring his words, Lonnie whines, "Come on. Since I got kicked out of the Navy, I can't seem to get any work. You have plenty of dough. 'Sides, you want me ta keep your secrets, don't ya?" "You're pathetic." Stumbling in the surf, Drugar grabs Lonnie's arm and jabs bills into his pocket. He shoves Lonnie further out of his way. "Don't ever contact me again. No one would believe we knew each other anyway." As Lonnie trips over a volcanic rock, a big wave crashes the shore simultaneously. The "friend" shakes his head in disgust. He waits for Lonnie to surface, but after a minute nervously jumps into the surf, calling Lonnie's name. The friend is a strong swimmer but the undertow is scary strong. After looking for over thirty minutes, he realizes a continued search will be fruitless. He drags himself onto the beach breathing heavily. Sitting down in the sand, he can't believe this turn of events. The first casualty of my plan. Stupid, Lonnie. He didn't even try to swim. Surely, he knew how! No one could get in the Navy without being able to swim, right? Of course, all the alcohol flowing through his veins probably didn't help. Damn! Even the extraordinary peace and beauty of the Hawaiian Island of Oahu can hide a plot designed to bring terror back to the citizens of the United States. When Ruth and her son, Mark, move to the island, they are seeking a fresh start, one from heroin addiction and the other from widowhood. As they establish themselves and create new friendships, they unwittingly cross paths with people who have unresolved resentments and hatred toward the US. Through strange connections and surprising "coincidences," events are set in motion to bring together and bond the diverse team meant to battle this threat and bring healing to their lives.

Faith Addiction Recovery

Author : Dave Cotner
Publisher : Lulu.com
ISBN 13 : 1300135484
Total Pages : 90 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (1 download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Book Synopsis Faith Addiction Recovery by : Dave Cotner

Download or read book Faith Addiction Recovery written by Dave Cotner and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2012-08-28 with total page 90 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Faith Addiction Recovery is a faith-based addictions program that is designed for people who are struggling with addictions as well as friends and family of the addicted. All addictions are not the same and every person and family is unique. This program is designed to meet your individual needs and give you the tools you need to be addiction free. Addiction is a terrible thing, but there is hope! Faith Addiction Recovery can help you or your loved one find the freedom you need from the bondage of addiction. Every FAR student is matched with their own sponsor who will guide the student through the program and give the student the individual care and attention needed. Addiction is a terrible thing, but there is hope! Faith Addiction Recovery can help you or your loved one find the freedom you need from the bondage of addiction.

The Freedom to Love

Author : Emmerich Vogt
Publisher : Hillcrest Publishing Group
ISBN 13 : 1938223071
Total Pages : 158 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (382 download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Book Synopsis The Freedom to Love by : Emmerich Vogt

Download or read book The Freedom to Love written by Emmerich Vogt and published by Hillcrest Publishing Group. This book was released on 2012-04 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The modern world is full of temptations that can lead people not only into unhappy lives but also into the throes of addiction. Navigating the world alone is not an easy task for any of us. Why not let The Freedom to Love be a most valued companion in overcoming an addiction to a sinful life? By living your life guided by true Christian morality and spiritual principles, you can break free from temptations and have the courage to experience real love. Why study the 12 Step recovery from a Christian context? Addicts and codependents are unable to choose real love without being grounded in solid moral values. Christianity offers a purposeful commitment to a way of life that heals human wounds and rectifies the effects of sin. It promotes character, growing in the measure that the person depends on truth and grace. Devote yourself to the study and development of Christ's love and you will find the strength to break free from addiction, codependency and sinful behaviors that preclude love.

Toxic Faith

Author : Stephen Arterburn
Publisher : Shaw Books
ISBN 13 : 9780877888253
Total Pages : 284 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (882 download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Book Synopsis Toxic Faith by : Stephen Arterburn

Download or read book Toxic Faith written by Stephen Arterburn and published by Shaw Books. This book was released on 2001 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When religion becomes a means to avoid or control life, it becomes toxic. "Toxic Faith" shows how unbalanced ministries and misguided churches and leaders can lead followers away from God into a desolate experience of religion. Now Arterburn wants to bring readers back to the real thing.

Encyclopedia of Christianity in the United States

Author : George Thomas Kurian
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN 13 : 1442244321
Total Pages : 2849 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (422 download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Book Synopsis Encyclopedia of Christianity in the United States by : George Thomas Kurian

Download or read book Encyclopedia of Christianity in the United States written by George Thomas Kurian and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2016-11-10 with total page 2849 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the Founding Fathers through the present, Christianity has exercised powerful influence in the United States—from its role in shaping politics and social institutions to its hand in inspiring art and culture. The Encyclopedia of Christianity in the United States outlines the myriad roles Christianity has played and continues to play. This masterful five-volume reference work includes biographies of major figures in the Christian church in the United States, influential religious documents and Supreme Court decisions, and information on theology and theologians, denominations, faith-based organizations, immigration, art—from decorative arts and film to music and literature—evangelism and crusades, the significant role of women, racial issues, civil religion, and more. The first volume opens with introductory essays that provide snapshots of Christianity in the U.S. from pre-colonial times to the present, as well as a statistical profile and a timeline of key dates and events. Entries are organized from A to Z. The final volume closes with essays exploring impressions of Christianity in the United States from other faiths and other parts of the world, as well as a select yet comprehensive bibliography. Appendices help readers locate entries by thematic section and author, and a comprehensive index further aids navigation.

Addiction

Author : Brian Neal
Publisher : AuthorHouse
ISBN 13 : 1452013934
Total Pages : 62 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (52 download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Book Synopsis Addiction by : Brian Neal

Download or read book Addiction written by Brian Neal and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2010-05-12 with total page 62 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Short, concise and to the point. Written by a recovering Addict, from a Christian perspective. This book covers the effects of Addiction on the Addict, on the Addicts family and loved ones. The problems caused by Enabling and "who" is to blame for the Addict's addictions, God's plan of "Tough Love," and where to turn for help and support. This is a plain and simple guide how God and you can help the Addict using scripture from the Bible and how it applies to all of us.

Handbook of Cultural Psychiatry

Author : Wen-Shing Tseng
Publisher : Academic Press
ISBN 13 : 9780080525624
Total Pages : 855 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (256 download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Book Synopsis Handbook of Cultural Psychiatry by : Wen-Shing Tseng

Download or read book Handbook of Cultural Psychiatry written by Wen-Shing Tseng and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2001-06-06 with total page 855 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cultural psychiatry is primarily concerned with the transcultural aspects of mental health related to human behavior, psychopathology and treatment. At a clinical level, cultural psychiatry aims to promote culturally relevant mental health care for patients of diverse ethnic or cultural backgrounds. From the standpoint of research, cultural psychiatry is interested in studying how ethnic or cultural factors may influence human behavior and psychopathology as well as the art of healing. On a theoretical level, cultural psychiatry aims to expand the knowledge and theories about mental health-related human behavior and mental problems by widening the sources of information and findings transculturally, and providing cross-cultural validation. This work represents the first comprehensive attempt to pull together the clinical, research and theoretical findings in a single volume. Key Features * Written by a nationally and internationally well-known author and scholar * The material focuses not only on the United States but also on various cultural settings around the world so that the subject matter can be examined broadly from universal as well as cross-cultural perspectives * Proper combination of clinical practicalities and conceptual discussion * Serves as a major source for use in the training of psychiatric residents and mental health personnel as well as students of behavior science in the areas of culture and mental health * A total of 50 chapters with detailed cross-referencing * Nearly 2000 references plus an appendix of almost 400 books * 130 tables and figures

Saved from Addiction

Author : Chad T. Young
Publisher : WestBow Press
ISBN 13 : 1512757322
Total Pages : 178 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (127 download)

DOWNLOAD NOW!

Book Synopsis Saved from Addiction by : Chad T. Young

Download or read book Saved from Addiction written by Chad T. Young and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2016-10-18 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a true story of a man who struggled for 17 years with alcohol and drug addiction, as well as basic life management skills. Read how he journeyed from church as a young child, to turning to use of alcohol and drugs. The addiction progressed and soon came jail, overdoses, and a lot of emotional pain. At his lowest point he started to believe suicide was his only answer out of the prison he had placed himself into. On the night he decided to end it all, he began to think about eternity and talk to God. Read along as he moves through the path of skepticism and doubt, to a life committed to Jesus and trusting the Bible as Gods Word to teach him how to live. Today he works with men helping them to overcome addictions and other life-controlling issues through a relationship with Jesus Christ. If you or someone you know is struggling on this journey, then this story can help them understand more about the difficult battles, and shows how one person came through it VICTORIOUS!