Just think….if the only addiction we ever had was Jesus! Can’t you just hear us sharing the gospel like this, “Just try it! It won’t hurt, just this one time, just inhale.”
“It’s free! It’s the only Real High.”
We would be hooked on the one who can give us an everlasting high. Just think of the effects we would have on our families and communities.
My mom warned me as a child that addiction runs in our family. She taught me how to respond to temptation. I didn’t always get it right, but I’m thankful that she prepared me. In the same way, I warn my sons of the temptations that have grave consequences.
Meme died of cirrhosis of the liver. I never met her, but my mom said she very beautiful and outgoing. However, she would get especially angry when she drank.
One of my brothers was addicted to hard drugs and he died of a stroke at 42 years of age. He was artistic and fun to be around when he was sober. He was easy to love. It’s not easy to watch someone go down that destructive path.
Some Addictions are dangerous. Satan uses them to destroy a precious life that God created. They eat away at the soul of one and break the soul of those who they abuse. Whether themselves, or others, it has an effect on multiple people and generations.
I’m not a smoker. In fact, the one weak puff I took as a 15 year old, I regret. I’ve seen an aunt and an uncle suffer through lung problems, and die as a result. I have seen many family members and friends struggle to quit. I’m sure you have too.
As smoking was in my early years, vaping is today. I’ve taught my guys about the possible health risks of all of it. But they’re young and wreck-less, and I’m not naive. They will try it. They have tried it. Like me, I hope they come to their senses and hate it. I hope they hate what it does to their bodies. I hope they don’t like it at all. I pray against such things.
Paul says in Colossians 3, “Set your mind on the things above” God speaks to us here. He says, “Stay high on Him who is higher than all of this.” He is Life! Eternal life. He Gives life and sustainability when we live for him.
He names all the sins we are so wrapped up in, anger, jealousy, lust, gluttony, etc….and He encourages us to focus, not on earthly stuff, but on Christ. He sets us free from the bondage of sin when we let go of our addictions.
May we open our bibles and inhale the Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, and all the greatness that He has for us. May we eat of the fruit of the Holy Spirit. May we crave it. Galatians 5
That’s what our minds are seeking is acceptance and deep joy that only He can give us. We need a break from the real world. So get away from it, close your door and open your Bible. Pray. Read, sing, praise, and seek Him who is higher: He gives himself away to us when we just have faith and believe in Him who is Higher!
Next time we have a stressful moment or day, may we pick up our bibles instead of our addictions and distractions. Try it! He’s faithful to meet you.
⚠️ Warning: He’s addictive. The blessings that flow from following Jesus are awesome!
May we stop, and pray. May we let go and let God.
May Jesus be our only Addiction. Crave Him.
So Carrie On and remember, Jesus loves you a lot!❤️Stay High On Jesus! ☝🏻🙏🏻
Stay High 