The Addiction Connection Blog
A Spiritually-Maturing Athlete: Ben Roethlisberger
For several years in a row, Pittsburgh Steelers NFL quarterback Ben Roethlisberger’s offseason news stories were quite troubling. Negative reports included two accusations of sexual assault, a motorcycle wreck, and involvement in some controversial situations. Ben...
Meet a Program: The Lighthouse in Ft. Wayne, IN
Written by Pastor Wes Pinkley Every Tuesday night in Fort Wayne Indiana you will find a community impacted by The Lighthouse. Founded by director Brandon Bower, this transitional living program seeks to help men recover from addiction and engage in meaningful life,...
COVID-19 and the Heart of Gambling
We are in the middle of a pandemic that has created a ripple effect in many ways. Our normal routines have been shattered. Non-essential places are closed. We can’t meet with friends in-person. Group gatherings have been banned. In addition, professional sporting...
Universal Loss and a Message of Great Gain
In my lifetime, I cannot recall living in a time as unique as the one in which we are living right now. I’ve never experienced a pandemic, and the “stay at home” mandate is unprecedented for me. I am out of sorts, not in a routine, don’t have a dedicated space to work...
Featuring our 20th Podcast
Steve Barnett's Testimony of Transformation For our 20th TAC Podcast, we have a special edition featuring Steve Barnett’s testimony of transformation. Steve shares a powerful picture of how disciple-making in an addict’s life is the catalyst for how Jesus Christ can...
Featured Residential Program: Redemption House
Redemption House is a Christ centered men’s residential addiction program in Minnesota
Understanding Forgiveness in Addiction Counseling and Disciple-Making
A solid understanding of biblical repentance and forgiveness is essential to the Gospel. All biblical counselors, and more specifically addiction biblical counselors, should have a good grasp of these foundational concepts and be able to teach them to others. I...
Addiction Recovery Programs During a Pandemic
Residential addiction facilities are faced with unique challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic and quarantine restrictions. This is a good reminder to share the Good News of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, redeem our time, and re-prioritize tasks.
From Truth in Love Ministries to The Addiction Connection: The Story
Ecclesiastes 3:1 For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven… When we launched Truth in Love Ministries in 2007, the world was a messy place. Not much has changed in 2020. Some might argue the world is even messier! We’ve not had a...
The Gospel Coalition Post – How to Spot – and Help – an Addict in Church
For those who may have missed seeing this, Dr. Mark Shaw shares on The Gospel Coalition about How to Spot - and Help - an Addict in Church. https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/spot-help-addicted-church-member/