ADDICTIONS

The abuse of illicit drugs has been fresh on my mind lately. Many things contribute to it. My job gives me the inside scoop on how people like to trash their bodies so I guess I see first hand how the addictions destroy lives and I can't understand why the users continue to use! Their families are falling apart around them. I have always said maybe they need to hit "rock bottom" before they can look up. But how far down do they have to go? You lose your job, your vehicle, and don't even have a place to live, yet you are still able to find a way to feed the habit. I hope you will come to the place where you will find Jesus and seek His deliverance from the addictions.

And then we come to the teenagers who are experimenting. Just starting their journey and always think they are missing out on something. Believe me, kids, drugs are not cool! And by the way, MARIJUANA IS A DRUG! It is illegal and usually the gateway to the harder addictions. So stay away from it! Don't ruin your life trying to "fit in" or "be cool". Drugs destroy your body from the inside out. They eat away at your liver, kidneys, and other vital organs. Not a pretty picture, is it?

So, the question is: Where do you turn when you feel there is no way out?

JESUS IS THE ANSWER!

Having a family member who is an addict can take its toll. If any of you out there know what I'm talking about, please reach out for help. We can't be the only ones dealing with these issues. It hurts to watch someone you love spiral out of control and try to take everyone down with them.