Resilient Recovery

05/23/2026

Attending online is easy, convenient, and confidential. From the privacy of your computer, you will meet Christians committed to sobriety and Jesus. Don’t miss the opportunity to have the Word of God speak directly to you and your situation.

🔗 https://restinjesus.org/attend-online

05/20/2026

Resilient Recovery provides an easy, safe, and non-judgmental space to dive into what the Bible says about addiction.

📍 Join us in person or online with complete anonymity.
🔗 Click here for more details: https://restinjesus.org/

We are a Bible study on the topic of addictions. This page shows meeting times and locations and provides some description of the meeting along with testimonials and partnerships

05/15/2026

As the summer heat picks up, we are reminded that many in our communities are walking through a spiritual desert, looking for a place of rest.
We’ve seen it time and again: "A church that welcomes the addict welcomes the Savior who sought them out." Our Resilient leaders aren't just volunteers; they are "folks who have been where you are," creating a space where the Word does the heavy lifting.
If your church feels a pull to serve those struggling with addiction, don't wait for a "perfect" time. You can start a Resilient Group with just a Bible, our training, and a heart for grace. It’s a meeting people actually look forward to—and a place where your members can find true freedom.
Will you help us exalt Jesus above all things in your community?
🏠 Groups are free, training is provided. Start your Resilient journey today.

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05/13/2026

Are you exhausted from trying to fix yourself? We often treat recovery like a job where we have to work harder to earn our sobriety. But in Christ, the work is already done. We aren't here to produce a miracle through our own strength; we are here to announce the miracle that Jesus has already achieved for us. Come learn how to trade your heavy burden for His rest.

05/10/2026

Motherhood is a beautiful, sacred, and sometimes "messy" calling. This Mother’s Day, we want to skip the pressure of perfection and focus on the grace that sustains us.

Whether you are a mother, a grandmother, a stepmom, or a "spiritual mom" to those in your community, remember that your value isn't found in your to-do list or your "Pinterest-perfect" moments. It is found in the One who called you to this role and promises to be your strength when you are weary.

"She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come. She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue." Proverbs 31:25-26

To the women who are providing a sanctuary, raising the next generation, and leaning on Jesus through the "holy mess": we see you, we love you, and we thank God for you.

Happy Mother’s Day!

05/09/2026

Addiction thrives in the dark, but healing happens in the light. Resilient Recovery is a safe, confidential space to take off the mask. You don’t have to have it all figured out to walk through our doors. You just have to be willing to see how God's Word applies to your story.

05/07/2026

Recovery isn't about a new "system"—it’s about returning to a timeless Truth. We use historical Christian practices and the power of Scripture to help you find a path forward. If you’re looking for a Bible study that understands the weight of addiction, you’ve found it.

05/03/2026

We all have that "happy place" we go to when life gets heavy—a favorite vacation spot, a quiet hobby, or maybe just a seat on the couch. But what happens when those escapes are taken away, or worse, when they start to become a trap?

In this sermon, we explore the difference between a temporary "escape" and the permanent rest Jesus promises in Matthew 11:28: "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest."

Whether you’re struggling with chemical dependency or just feeling the weight of a "holy mess," this message is for you. We look at the four pillars of rest—Physical, Spiritual, Emotional, and Rational—and how the Gospel provides a sanctuary for all of them.

Stop trying to find an exit and start finding an anchor.

Watch the full message here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t_T05dRCrWI

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04/29/2026

We wanted to share a quick "snapshot" of the impact your support is making.
Currently, 12 Resilient Groups are meeting weekly. But what does that actually look like in numbers?
Every week 3-4 new people join a group, joining the 50+ regular weekly attendees.
48 Hours of Study: Every month, our leaders facilitate nearly 50 hours of deep, Law-and-Gospel Bible study.
100% Grace, passed on: Every single group is free to participants and hosting organizations, led by a volunteer who serves as a response to Jesus' love.
We aren't finished. It costs around $1500 to provide the materials and training to launch a new group, and to support new volunteers step by step through their first year of ministry.
If you want to see recovery welcomed into the heart of more congregations, consider a gift today. Let's grow the map together.

04/26/2026

But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior, so that, having been justified by his grace, we might become heirs having the hope of eternal life. Titus 3:4-7

04/25/2026

The truth is, willpower often fails us because we aren't always honest about where we are starting. In his post at The Chaplain Chronicles, Jason Jonker explores why an objective screening can be the "spark" that ignites a new chapter in your spiritual and physical health.

This isn’t a diagnosis or an intervention—it’s a tool to help you bring the hidden parts of a habit into the light of Grace. Information is often the first step toward the freedom Jesus has already won for us.

How you can use this:

For Yourself: Take less than 5 minutes for an anonymous, evidence-based look at your own habits. You'll get personalized feedback and resources immediately.

For Your Community: Share this with someone who might be looking for an anchor in the storm. It’s a low-pressure way to help our neighbors find the "Living Water" that truly satisfies.

Take the "Is My Drinking Healthy" assessment today. No judgment—just clarity and a seat at the table.

Assess here: https://dashing-lolly-83bcdf.netlify.app/
Read the "Why" here: https://chaplainchronicles.substack.com/p/how-much-alcohol-is-too-much?utm_source=publication-search