Stories of Hope Archives

An expert in addiction treatment explores the impact the disease has on relationships.

By Bob L.8 min read

Despite a terminal cancer diagnosis, he feels blessed.

Desperation can lead to an answered prayer.

After driving under the influence of alcohol, a message of faith propelled him to change his life around.

After reading a certain Psalm over and over, he began a new life journey to overcome his addiction.

After being incarcerated, she turned to God and was overcome with a renewed sense of peace and strength.

By GARY S.3 min read

Two men recovering from alcohol addiction saved one another that day.

By Pablo Diaz2 min read

How church can help the addicted.

By Andy Lakey7 min read

After a frightening encounter with cocaine, he experienced a divine intervention that inspired him to create art.

By Earl Weirich2 min read

As he was reading a passage about overcoming addiction the lights went out. Suddenly a curious message from above sent him into action.

He went to a substance treatment center that had a special place for him in the choir. Finding God through song made him realize he was never lost.

The Reverend Pablo Diaz addresses addiction, its effect on communities and the role hope can play in overcoming it.