It is said, an addict is full speed aheadUncontrollably, depressingly, “out of his head”Thus, watch what happens when he hits a wallFor when he repents, that energy, now, out does us all Get out of the way of the addictAnd let this “accident” occurTo be safe they must be strictAnd the Savior is the cure [...]
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Daring Energy
Posted in addiction on April 2, 2012 | Leave a Comment »
>I Surrender Heavenly Father
Posted in addiction, addiction recovery program, ballard, i surrender heavenly father, m. russell ballard, o that cunning plan of the evil one, repentance on March 26, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
> I surrender, Heavenly FatherI have wanted all the wrong thingsI can’t take one step fartherWithout what repentance brings Pride- what is that?I have lost controlImprisoned- is where I’m atI am trapped in a hole I have fallen preyTo the drug of pleasureI have lost my wayAnd given up life’s treasure I want to feel [...]
Heaven Rings the Bell Anew
Posted in addiction, tagged addiction, addiction recovery program, codependent step 12, heaven rings the bell anew, new years resolution on January 18, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Heaven rings the bell anewAnd a new year comes with promiseWhat shall we conquer… and then doTo change what is weak in us For in truth it takes a dozen weeksTo change addictions unto goodSo, before our eyes close to check light leaksLet us take an inventory as we should What causes those sleepless nightsThat [...]
A Young Man’s Mother Died
Posted in addiction, tagged a young man's mother died, addiction, addiction recovery healing one step at a time, alcohol addiction, eagle scout on September 18, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
A young man’s mother diedFrom alcohol addictionBut his love for her survivedUnderstanding her affliction He offered to help those like herTo show them they mean somethingWith his lovely path they can turnAnd find the strength they’re wanting I cried some tears of gratitudeWhen I saw his selfless actMy faith in man then renewedHe warmed my [...]
Sudoku Warning
Posted in addiction, addictive behavior, sudoku warning, tagged addiction, addictive behavior, sudoku warning on August 30, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Sudoku warningHighly addictiveThough it is disarmingTo the mind it’s seductive
Addictions and Compulsions
Posted in addiction, tagged addiction, addictions and compulsions, breaking the porn cycle, dr. elia, self-indulgence on July 7, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Addictions and compulsionsCan ever tempt one to recycleBut, there’s a path for its expulsionThat breaks through this bad cycle A compulsion to sinStarts with a self-indulgenceThat is concealed deep withinThrough isolation as a fence Save through a self-disclosureThis cycle won’t endThere will never be closureUnless the burden’s shared with a friend The blessing of acceptance [...]
All Addictions
Posted in addiction, tagged addiction, all addiction, becoming provident providers temporally and spiritually, Hales, Robert D. Hales on April 5, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
All addictionsFound upon the earthCause restrictionsAnd lower our self-worth Yet we’ve a wayTo restore freedomTo hold sins at bayAnd be filled with wisdom The cravings ofThe natural manSubstitute God’s loveFor what ever’s at hand A deep hungerWon’t be satisfiedTill prayers are utteredAnd the soul is tried With humility one can affordTo conquer what’s insatiableIt’s the [...]
To Let Go
Posted in addiction, tagged addiction, addiction recovery program, codependent, to let go on July 1, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
To let go is to senseAnd not live in pretenseI’ve my own faults to seeMy own set of shortcomings To let go is to doTo conquer and subdueAnd when I would to seetheI will relax and just breathe To let go is to tellWhat will set me to dwellFor when I would to fretI will [...]
I’ve Found a Message of Hope
Posted in addiction, tagged addiction, addiction recovery program, codependent step 12, service on June 28, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Dear Fellow codependents,I know you are at a lossYou seek your independenceBut, your poor waif you can’t toss I’ve found a message of hopeThat I would like to shareThere is a way to copeThere is someone who cares Our Father offers mercyAs He extends His graceTo those who are thirstyThere’s knowledge to embrace We can [...]
I Hungered, In the Past
Posted in addiction, tagged addiction, addiction recovery program, codependent step 11, i hungered in the past, prayer on June 27, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
I hungered, in the pastAnd nothing satisfiedEach fulfillment didn’t lastNow, I’m fed and dignified Through prayer and meditationI can seek the Lord’s willTo achieve my destinationI’ve power to help me fulfill My hearts desire is for loveWhich I feel when I prayMay I give thanks to God aboveFor all that has come my way In [...]
