Grace Overcomers Addiction Ministry: Founded on the Finished Work of Jesus Christ

by Lightsey, Dan

• ISBN13: 9781616632250
• ISBN10: 1616632259
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2010-07-20
• Publisher: Tate Pub & Enterprises Llc

Summary

Unique in its biblical approach to recovery, the Grace Overcomers Addiction Ministry provides deep insight and understanding to the ministry of addiction. It is written by and for the victorious in Jesus Christ, a testimony to their real life experiences and how they overcame addiction through the grace of God. It has been said, 'Nobody cares how much you know, until they know how much you care.' Pastor Dan Lightsey, in writing Grace Overcomers Addiction Ministry, qualifies both in his Christlike compassion as well as his understanding and keen insight for those that struggle with addiction. For all those that wrestle in the valley of trouble, this book will open a door of hope. Jesus said he came to deliver and set free the captives; Pastor Dan Lightsey's book will help to do just that. -Pastor John Love, chaplain to the NBA's New York Knicks Dan Lightsey's book reveals to each addict, no matter what persuasion or tendency, the ability to acknowledge God's forgiveness, which in turn allows us to forgive ourselves. Further, he has provided a support framework which allows the addict compassion and insight to progress in the real world. A wonderful approach to recovery! -Donald L. Henderson, R.Ph.

Author Biography

Dan Lightsey, founder of Grace Overcomers Addiction Ministry, began running the streets, drinking alcohol, and doing drugs at an early age. His addiction took him to reform schools, country jails, and finally to Leavenworth Penitentiary. For years he ran from God and the law. Finally, in 1981, he gave his life to Jesus Christ, whereupon he attended Bible college, graduated with honors, and was ordained as a ciatized in addiction ministry.

Table of Contents

Foreword	p. 13
Introductory Statement of Faith and Purpose	p. 15
Sweet Supreme (A Poem)	p. 19
An Honest Look at the Problem: The Blame Game	p. 21
All are Addicted to Something	p. 27
The Power of Grace (Testimony)	p. 28
All Washed Up (Testimony)	p. 31
Our Experience in Twelve-step Groups	p. 33
A Step of Faith (Testimony)	p. 38
Faithful Is He Who Called Us (Testimony)	p. 40
Only Christ Can Truly Satisfy (Testimony)	p. 44
A Temporary Dwelling Place	p. 47
Forty Years in the Wilderness (Testimony)	p. 51
Thank You, Jesus, for Setting Me Free (Testimony)	p. 54
Circumcision of the Heart	p. 67
From the Gutter to Glory by the Grace of God (Testimony)	p. 73
Positive Volition and the New Position	p. 77
I Don't Do That Anymore (Testimony)	p. 79
A New Self-Image, a New Life, and a New Purpose (Testimony)	p. 81
The Enemy is Pride	p. 85
Satan's Limited Authority	p. 89
Ultimately It Is God Who Changes Behavior	p. 93
The Role of the Local Church in Recovery from Addiction	p. 97
What God can Do with Damages Goods (Testimony)	p. 103
My Prize (A Poem)	p. 107
How God, With Our Cooperation, Works	p. 109
Seven Principles or Pillars of Wisdom	p. 110
Seven Revelatory Principles	p. 125
Set on Fifteen Foundational Bedrocks	p. 125
Appendix	p. 131
Seven Precepts	p. 131
Addict's Prayer	p. 135
Bibliography	p. 137
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