Road to Recovery?
Road to Recovery?
Has anyone heard or have had any experience with the "Road to Recovery" Rick Warren Saddleback church program? It seems to lean a lot on the twelve step type of program. Just curious if anyone has an opinion on this.
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I've come across "Celebrate Recovery" which I believe is a Saddleback-spawned program. I don't know if they've changed their name to "Road to Recovery".
Before I say anything more, I should state that I became a Christian as a result of my experience in Alcoholics Anonymous. My faith has been strengthened as a result of my practicing the 12 steps. I believe that the roots of AA, and therefore of all 12 step groups, are undeniably Christian - despite what one often hears in individual meetings (not unlike the church ...). I've been sober a little more than 14 years. One of my mission fields is todays "recovery community". I'd be happy to expand on these ideas, if anyone is interested.
My experience with "Christian" 12 step or "Christain recovery" groups hasn't been encouraging. There are a number of possible reasons, but I'll offer these:
1. These groups often are "run" by a "leader". While they may have a heart for this ministry, they often lack the identification and experience that I believe is necessary. Frequently there are "control issues" present, too.
2. These groups are usually founded as an alternative to AA because AA isn't "Christian". I disagree and find such an attitude disturbing.
3. I've watched people walk away from AA because it wasn't "Christian". While I can't know what was actually in their hearts, I believe that their true objection was an unwillingness to humble themselves, repent, and learn a new way of life.
My advice to any Christian wanting freedom from the disease of alcoholism is to find a Christian AA member to fellowship with. You can find a few of us in the meetings, just like you can find the occasional Christian in our churches.
Peace,
pete b
Before I say anything more, I should state that I became a Christian as a result of my experience in Alcoholics Anonymous. My faith has been strengthened as a result of my practicing the 12 steps. I believe that the roots of AA, and therefore of all 12 step groups, are undeniably Christian - despite what one often hears in individual meetings (not unlike the church ...). I've been sober a little more than 14 years. One of my mission fields is todays "recovery community". I'd be happy to expand on these ideas, if anyone is interested.
My experience with "Christian" 12 step or "Christain recovery" groups hasn't been encouraging. There are a number of possible reasons, but I'll offer these:
1. These groups often are "run" by a "leader". While they may have a heart for this ministry, they often lack the identification and experience that I believe is necessary. Frequently there are "control issues" present, too.
2. These groups are usually founded as an alternative to AA because AA isn't "Christian". I disagree and find such an attitude disturbing.
3. I've watched people walk away from AA because it wasn't "Christian". While I can't know what was actually in their hearts, I believe that their true objection was an unwillingness to humble themselves, repent, and learn a new way of life.
My advice to any Christian wanting freedom from the disease of alcoholism is to find a Christian AA member to fellowship with. You can find a few of us in the meetings, just like you can find the occasional Christian in our churches.
Peace,
pete b
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