Jesus delivered me from slot machine gambling

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For several years I was addicted to slot machine gambling. I spent all my extra money on slot machines, and would work hard all week, only to spend my entire paycheck at the casino also. Now I am repulsed by the idea of it, but at the time I couldn't get enough of it.

I would go through anxiety about losing the money while I was in the casino, and depression when I ran out of money, but I could never pull myself away from the machines. I was enchanted by the lights and action.

Then for several years, I stopped going to the casino, but the addiction never went away. I believe I needed God to make it completely go away. I stopped physically going to the casino. Then I got married to a god-fearing man, and forgot about the casino for several years.

Out of the clear blue, one day I resumed online slot machines. This time I didn't play for money, I played with "fun money" just for the experience of spinning the wheel. That is how addicted I truly was. It was only a matter of time before this behavior would turn into playing for real money again if God hadn't have intervened.

I prayed about it. Then one night, I had a vivid dream, clear as day, that was God telling me I wouldn't spend another penny on casinos for the rest of my life. When I woke up in the morning, I signed myself out of all online casinos. At first, the temptation was still there to go back, but over time the urge completely went away. It was gone, and I could feel it. The Lord had taken it from me.

Now I am completely free of any urges or addiction. I don't ever think about gambling, or miss it. I am free.
 

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I am so happy to hear the lord delivered you from addiction. Jesus delivered me from shooting up cocaine and meth. and 15 years after delivered me from alcoholism. Mine wasn't a dream it took work trusting in the Lord. Relying on him daily and a lot of prayer. Just recently with my heart attack God healed my heart. I have the ejection fraction numbers to prove it. Praise the Lord!
 
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I am so happy to hear the lord delivered you from addiction. Jesus delivered me from shooting up cocaine and meth. and 15 years after delivered me from alcoholism. Mine wasn't a dream it took work trusting in the Lord. Relying on him daily and a lot of prayer. Just recently with my heart attack God healed my heart. I have the ejection fraction numbers to prove it. Praise the Lord!
Yes, praise God for your deliverance ! My husband was delivered from alcohol as well. Yes, we certainly need him..... " Matthew 9:36: When He saw the crowds, he had compassion on them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd."
I am so happy to hear the lord delivered you from addiction. Jesus delivered me from shooting up cocaine and meth. and 15 years after delivered me from alcoholism. Mine wasn't a dream it took work trusting in the Lord. Relying on him daily and a lot of prayer. Just recently with my heart attack God healed my heart. I have the ejection fraction numbers to prove it. Praise the Lord!
 
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For several years I was addicted to slot machine gambling. I spent all my extra money on slot machines, and would work hard all week, only to spend my entire paycheck at the casino also. Now I am repulsed by the idea of it, but at the time I couldn't get enough of it.

I would go through anxiety about losing the money while I was in the casino, and depression when I ran out of money, but I could never pull myself away from the machines. I was enchanted by the lights and action.

Then for several years, I stopped going to the casino, but the addiction never went away. I believe I needed God to make it completely go away. I stopped physically going to the casino. Then I got married to a god-fearing man, and forgot about the casino for several years.

Out of the clear blue, one day I resumed online slot machines. This time I didn't play for money, I played with "fun money" just for the experience of spinning the wheel. That is how addicted I truly was. It was only a matter of time before this behavior would turn into playing for real money again if God hadn't have intervened.

I prayed about it. Then one night, I had a vivid dream, clear as day, that was God telling me I wouldn't spend another penny on casinos for the rest of my life. When I woke up in the morning, I signed myself out of all online casinos. At first, the temptation was still there to go back, but over time the urge completely went away. It was gone, and I could feel it. The Lord had taken it from me.

Now I am completely free of any urges or addiction. I don't ever think about gambling, or miss it. I am free. There are situations when I want to play something, but it's totally different. I enjoy the process, but without obsession, and I know when to stop. Besides, that industry is developing so fast, and I would like to know what new is happening, which casinos we have now and so on. And some time ago I came across this page https://casinosanalyzer.com/bonuses-by-countries/new-zealand-nzl which provided me a lot of information about some new casinos, the games, bonuses and so on. I've not played in one of them yet because I don't really have time, but I'll play one day for sure.
I'm so happy for you.
Gambling/gaming is very addictive things, and if you don't know the limits, it can lead to different consequences.
I know from my experience that not everyone manages to win in such a battle, and it's very sad.
 
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I'm so happy for you.
Gambling/gaming is very addictive things, and if you don't know the limits, it can lead to different consequences.
I know from my experience that not everyone manages to win in such a battle, and it's very sad.
Thank you for your understanding SharonRiebe. Lots of people don't understand that slot machines are a destructive and dangerous addiction, just like drugs or alcohol.
 
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That's an incredible journey you've been on, and it's inspiring to hear how you've overcome your gambling addiction with faith and determination. It's remarkable how a dream could have such a profound impact on your life, leading you to break free from the cycle of addiction. Your story serves as a testament to the power of belief and the strength we can find within ourselves to overcome challenges. If you ever feel tempted again, remember how far you've come and the freedom you now enjoy. It's great to hear that you've found peace and fulfillment without the need for gambling. Anyway, I prefer to keep integrating the best online crypto lotteries.
 
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