Trouble with alcohol and other things

[Joce7]

I want to be a Christian again, but I have problems with drinking alcohol. I would say this is one of the main things that is preventing me from having a real good relationship with God again. My husband has a problem with alcohol as well. He would get drunk and do hurtful things to me and I did some hurtful things to him as well.

At this point I feel like there is really not much hope for me. My husband isn't ever going to go to church. I have to sit around alcohol all the time and be tempted. I have to see that my other friends are drinking and doing whatever. I just wish I had enough self-esteem and motivation to do my own thing lol, but its not that simple. I'm stuck in the same cycle over and over. I'm not sure why I should try...

 

[Red A.]

I'm not sure why I should try...

What do you have to lose?

 

[BlondieLashes]

Joce7, I believe alcoholism is a disease. You need help to overcome the disease. I used to drink pretty heavily. Have you ever considered AA? Seriously?

 

[XtianAgain]

Been there myself Joce. Take one positive step towards doing something. I know it can be REALLY hard. But, you deserve it.

These steps can be many things. A church service, AA or other support group meeting (they even have them online nowadays), calling a helpline, etc. Its hard. But you can do it! Will pray for you.

 

[56Bluesman]

I'm a Christian and I go to AA besides going to Church. Seriously consider AA to help you with your alcoholism, because it's primary purpose is to help alcoholics who have a desire to stop drinking. As for Church, that's for me to live out my life in Christ, and fellowship with my fellow believers. You can't lick this thing on your own, you need God's grace and help and power. I'm praying for you.

 

[madison1101]

There is hope for you. I am a Christian and I attend AA and work the 12 steps of recovery. Being an alcoholic does not mean you stop being a Christian. It means you are a Christian with a disease.

Go to www.aa.org to learn more about AA and find a meeting in your area. Go back to church, and seek a mature Christian woman to disciple you in your faith and ask her to teach you how to experience God's unfathomable grace and love.

Hugs,
Trish