Addiction Archives

Everyday Angels: The Blank Check

Two kind souls reach out to a stranger and her pet.

Dave hopes his story inspires other addicts to recovery.

Addicted to Opioids, This Pastor Found Honesty Was the Path to Recovery

After years of lying to himself and those he loved about his opioid use, the director of a Christian camp learned that telling the truth about his addiction was the first step toward reclaiming his life.

Marion loves old-fashioned writing tools like Vincent’s precious pencil.

How A Simple Gift Restored Her Christmas Spirit

By Marion Bond West5 min read

Her son’s struggles with bi-polar disorder and addiction left her discouraged. A gift from one of his friends changed everything.

Dave Beddoes hopes his story inspires other addicts to recovery.

Dave Beddoe on Shining a Light on Opioid Addiction

A pastor who saw his life thrown into turmoil due to his addiction to painkillers discusses the role that honesty plays in recovery and the importance of making amends.

How ‘Indiana Jones’ Helped to Preserve Her Sobriety

By Mary Jensen6 min read

A month into her sobriety, she was experiencing a craving for alcohol she feared she couldn’t overcome—until a forgotten scene from an action movie she’d seen long ago pulled her through.

Matthew West Gets Personal On ‘All In’

By Jessica Toomer5 min read

The GRAMMY-nominated singer’s latest album touches on his family, his personal walk with God, and how recovering addicts inspired him to write more music.

How Cooking Comfort Food Helped Her Heal

By Jessica Toomer3 min read

Emily Nunn was reeling from her brother’s suicide and her relapse into alcoholism. She found hope in the kitchen.

Edward Grinnan, editor-in-chief of Guideposts

First and Last: Edward Grinnan on Moving from Hopeless to Hopeful

Edward Grinnan, Guideposts‘ Editor-in-Chief and author of The Promise of Hope, recalls his first drink and his last and discusses the difference sobriety has made in his life.