OVERCOMING CRAVINGS AND ADDICTIONS

25th NOVEMBER 2021

“Watch and pray so that you will not fall into temptation. The spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak” – Matthew 26:41

 

When we talk of addictions, we refer to those things we eat, drink, and do, upon which our life is wholly dependent. These things include Drugs, medicine, foods, drinks and habits. Most challenges we encounter in life result from our inability to control our appetites, urges and habits. We must control our cravings and addictions to put a check on the challenges of life. 

Life is dependent on three major things; food, water and the WORD of God. It is normal to hunger for food, drink, and even to yearn for a type of food or drink. But when you become obsessed and crave for these things, and you fret and fall sick without them, then you have to be careful, for this is a sign of spiritual dislocation or disability. Perhaps we need to understand the value of life and to know that our inner spirit must always be in tune with its divine origin, which is God. 

When there is a gap between God and us, our emotions try to fill the gap by what we can bite and chew, but that will not solve the problem; we have to get connected to God through His word, which only the knowledge of Jesus Christ, his power and grace can give to us. 

Therefore, while we stick to medicine as prescribed, we should also hold onto Jesus Christ, for he is the bridge between God and us. Our healing and rehabilitation come from within, bridging your inner spirit with God through the knowledge of Jesus Christ and the power of his grace. We fall into temptation due to the alluring influence of what we eat, drink, watch, touch and feel. Obsession leads to seduction and deceit, and if we are not careful, it can lead to severe issues in life.

The best way to avoid addiction is to watch and pray against obsession. The therapy we need comes from the healing touch of our saviour Jesus Christ. 

PRAYER

Father, in the name of Jesus Christ, I accept your word today, and I declare I am healed of all my infirmities. Lord, breathe unto me the breath of life and renew my spirit. Align my soul with yours and bring me into a perfect understanding of your divine health and wealth principles. Today, I silence every addiction and cravings in me; your Word heals me. AMEN. 

FURTHER READING:  Proverbs 4:20-22