As we move into Step 4 we begin the process of taking an honest look at ourselves. The word "Moral" in Step 4 simply means honest. We are to make a searching and fearless [honest] inventory. In this lesson we look at what it means to take an inventory and how to go about it.
Celebrate Recovery-Lesson 7 Sponsor
December 15, 2023 • Sarah Burton, CR Director
As we move into Step 4 of the 12 Steps, having a sponsor and accountability partner is key. But what do they do and how do you go about getting them on your team? This lesson goes over the why , what and how.
Celebrate Recovery-Lesson 6 Action
December 1, 2023 • Sarah Burton, CR Director
Step 3 is an ACTION Step, the Step where we make a decision and that act of deciding opens the door for true, lasting recovery.
Celebrate Recovery-Recovery During the Holidays
November 17, 2023 • Renee Stoval
The holidays can be particularly challenging to the recovery process. In this lesson, we learn some strategies to help us maintain our recovery when we gather with family and friends who may trigger our old ways of being as well as some truths to think about with regard to our expectations. Are they helpful or hurtful to our recovery?
Celebrate Recovery-Lesson 5 Turn
November 3, 2023 • Sarah Burton, CR Director
In Step 1 we admitted we had a problem we were powerless to fix. Step 2 showed us where we could find the power. Now in Step 3 we learn how to connect to that power source.
Celebrate Recovery-Boundaries
October 27, 2023
Learning to set boundaries in relationships is Christian and important to recovery and developing healthy relationships. This lesson provides a scriptural foundation for boundaries and provides practical information on the importance of using them.
Celebrate Recovery-Lesson 4 Sanity
October 13, 2023 • Sarah Burton, CR Director
With Step 2 we not only find Hope but we also gain Sanity as we come to believe that our Higher Power, Jesus Christ, has the power to restore us. This lesson teaches the importance of taking Jesus at His word and the gifts that come as we let Him take the lead.
Celebrate Recovery-Hope
September 29, 2023 • Sarah Burton, CR Director
In Step 2 we find HOPE as we begin to be able to look to the One who not only has the power to help us but deeply desires to use that power for our good. In Jeremiah 30:17 God gives us this promise, "For I will restore you to health, and I will heal you of your wounds,’
Celebrate Recovery-Lesson 2 Powerless
September 15, 2023 • Sarah Burton, CR Director
When we are able to recognize that we are powerless in the big scheme of things, we put ourselves into position to receive healing from our hurts, hang-ups and habits. Learn what 2 things to stop and 2 things to start to move towards a life of serenity that we all seek.
Celebrate Recovery-Lesson 1 Denial
September 1, 2023
Denial can seem like a helpful way to get through difficult situations and circumstances. But in the long run it keep us stuck in misery and robs us life. Coming out of denial is the first step. This lesson covers what denial really does and why it can be hard to admit it.
Celebrate Recovery- CR SUNDAY
August 27, 2023 • Sarah Burton, CR Director
A common expression goes like this: God accepts us right where we are, but He loves us too much to leave us there. God wants us to grow, to know Him better and experience the abundant life He promised us. In Colossians 3, Paul contrasts life before Christ and life after. He gives practical wisdom for moving forward. Along with looking at this truth, testimonies are shared of how He has grown some of those who attend Celebrate Recovery and the freedom they are receiving through this ministry of Christ Community Church.
Celebrate Recovery- Lesson 25 - 7 Reasons We Get Stuck
August 25, 2023
Sometimes in recovery we can get bogged down or stuck. We can see that we aren't moving forward, but why? This lesson gives us some possible reasons. It also talks about the stages of healing and how we can bounce back and forth between them. The final stage, acceptance, is where we get unstuck and start moving forward again.
Celebrate Recovery-Lesson 24 Yes
August 18, 2023 • Sarah Burton, CR Director
An important part of recovery is stated in Principle 8 which goes with Step 12: Yield myself to God to be used to bring this Good News to others, both by my example and by my words. Learning to yield to His will, setting aside our own, allows us to be used in a way that not only blesses others but ourselves as well as we grow in our relationship with Him. When we say 'Yes', great things will happen because we serve a loving, gracious, caring God.
Celebrate Recovery-Lesson 23 Give
August 4, 2023 • Celebrate Recovery
As we move into the final step we get to look back at all that we have gained, all that we have received. Now it is time to see how we can give back some of what we have been given. What are some ways we can do this? What do we need to consider to make sure we are giving in a way that is healthy for us?
Celebrate Recovery-Lesson 22 Gratitude
July 28, 2023
Following Principle 7 helps us to grow in our relationship with God and in our recovery. This lesson gives some practical tips on how to use this principal and also the importance of an attitude of gratitude. Knowing how to listen to the Holy Spirit through God's word and being thankful in difficult times can make all the difference in our recovery.
