FIRST-PERSON: Divine dependence
DURHAM, N.C. (BP)--A sincere trust in God for inspiration and direction is foundational to a successful prevention strategy. Without God and his direction, we are like ships without rudders. For individuals to successfully tackle the important issues of life, there should be total dependence on the Heavenly Father for leadership. This true dependence on the God of the universe will inspire and enable the individual to avoid any substance that will have a negative impact on his behavior. Concentration on God's will for our lives will keep us in his way.
FIRST-PERSON: Grace can lift drug abusers beyond addiction & recovery
DURHAM, N.C. (BP)--We have both experienced the grace of God. While we had read much about this "amazing grace" in the Bible and in writings by Christian scholars, it was our firsthand knowledge through personal experiences that convinced us that God's love and mercy were far greater than any human could ever imagine.
FIRST-PERSON: Drugs can work, but at what cost?
DURHAM, N.C. (BP)--"If so many bad things happen to people who use drugs, then why do people use drugs?" is among the difficult questions we often face in our ministry. At times we have had difficulty providing answers, but on other occasions the true answers can be difficult for our audiences to digest and accept.
FIRST-PERSON–Legalization of drugs: a recipe for disaster
DURHAM, N.C. (BP)--The legalization of narcotics has been widely debated in recent years both in the private sector and in positions of political power. Proponents of legalization argue that by regulating the cultivation, manufacture and distribution of such presently illegal substances as marijuana, cocaine and heroin, crime rates would be significantly reduced.
FIRST-PERSON: Nation’s drug abuse epidemic awaits Christians’ involvement
DURHAM, N.C. (BP)--We have been privileged to travel from the towering metropolises to sprawling suburban communities and rural farming communities to bring a message of hope with two specific aims: to prevent drug abuse through education and inspiration and to help those hurting with the problem.
FIRST-PERSON: Maybe he would remember; maybe he would start over
DURHAM, N.C. (BP)--"Lights out!" the officer shouted over the intercom in a forceful and stern voice that often jolted the young man and caused him to wonder if the speaker might actually fly right out of the wall.
