What Is Recovery?

Most people think of recovery as relating only to substance abuse and sobriety. It may surprise you to know that you’ve probably already experienced recovery principles – even if you’ve never been involved in AA or other recovery programs!

True and lasting recovery is all about ongoing transformation from the inside, out.

In the church, recovery can be found under the title of ‘sanctification’ – a process that Christians are called to be actively involved in throughout their lives.

Outside the church, recovery can be found under the title of ‘self-improvement’ or ‘personal development’, or may involve hiring a ‘life coach’ – all with the intention of building character or overcoming issues in order to achieve personal success.

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