Tag: Purpose

Tetelestai Recovery

The Impact of Non-Drug Addictions: Find Your Freedom

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We concluded that all humans suffer from at least one type of addiction. However, we also know that every addiction can be called out and destroyed, using the pronouncement of Jesus, “Tetelestai” (It is finished).

Last Word Recovery Ministries developed the Tetelestai Recovery program that is based on the power of Jesus declaration which offers the possibility of permanent freedom for anyone struggling with addiction.

 As the ripple effect of this program began to reach the families and friends of those who were enjoying permanent sobriety, we received requests for an expanded version of the program which could address other destructive addictions and dysfunctions beyond the scope of drug or alcohol dependence. We were intrigued by this idea and excited to pursue it. 

In this third volume of Tetelestai Recovery, we address some non-drug addictions, along with other dysfunctional behaviors related to the human condition. We offer Sacred Text selections that can break these strongholds and prevent further harm.

Tetelestai Recovery is not just for addicts. It is for everyone. Jesus says, “It is finished!” to the behaviors and dysfunctions that weigh us down and hold us back.

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Tetelestai Recovery

How Boredom Drives Self-Destructive Habits

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As we examined the subtext hidden under the umbrella of this word boredom, we were amazed at how many addictions and dysfunctional behaviors were represented within this bizarre human condition.

We evaluated the times when we felt uncomfortable with our thoughts and behaviors and found there was typically a sense of dullness casting its shadow over the moment.

Boredom meant we were discontent with the level of stimulation occurring in our brains or bodies. To combat discontentment, we looked for outside stimuli to create an artificial sense of satisfaction. Many of us in the group had found a temporary fix through drugs, alcohol, sex, gambling, nicotine, revenge, relationships, or food. However, once those self-destructive tendencies were conquered, we found more socially acceptable addictions like workaholism, perfectionism, intellectualism, and a slew of other ‘isms’.

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Tetelestai Recovery

Awakening Your Hidden Talents

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Meditation Moment                

  • Name some unique traits or interests that you remember having when you were younger:
    • Examples: Unique ideas or inventions, building things, taking things apart, making people laugh, helping friends with homework, caring for pets, etc.
    • Other Traits: exceptionally sensitive and empathetic, compassionate, attentive to detail, energetic and enthusiastic, strong-willed, etc.
  • What was the most common use of your imagination when you were young?
    • For example: Developing new and better ways of doing ordinary tasks, writing stories, creating artwork, playing musical instruments, singing, inventing new games, improving old games, developing team strategies, etc.
  • Are there unique qualities and talents buried inside you that God is telling you to call back to life?
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Tetelestai Recovery

From Disappointment to Destiny: Finding Purpose Again

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In time, we became willing to enter our own valley of dry bones (Ezekiel 37) to speak life over what had been dead for so long.

We found the lifeless remains of enthusiasm, which had been suffocated by disappointment. We found fossils of unfinished projects, which might have been profound, had we not given up. We unearthed splintered fragments of gifts, talents, and abilities which had become casualties of our own sense of inadequacy.

Rather than viewing the carnage as evidence of a wasted life, we began to see it as dry bones coming back to life. By faith, we saw a powerful future rising up from the wreckage of our past.

In our New Normal, we spoke life over anything which reeked of death. In our New Normal, we commanded our dead dreams to rise up in service to our King. We did not think this was too much to expect, for we had been given the resurrection power of Christ. We had been urged to follow in the footsteps of our Creator, who…

“Gives life to the dead and calls into existence things that don’t yet exist.”  (Romans 4:17)

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Tetelestai Recovery

Finding God’s Purpose: Overcoming Personal Weaknesses

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We found relief in knowing that it was His pleasure to make us into the people He designed us to be.

“For God is working in you, giving you the desire and power to do what pleases Him.” 

(Philippians 2:13)   

   

Since time did not exist in the spiritual realm, we held fast to our faith that somewhere in time, His work in us had been completed.

“I am sure of this, that He who started a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”

(Philippians 1:6)

We claimed our territory in the New Normal, assured that He would drive out our defects, one issue at a time.

“Little by little I will drive them out before you, until you have increased enough to take possession of your territory.”

(Exodus 23:30)

We became confident in God’s declaration that He had gifted us with the proper tools and traits to become functional in the land of our New Normal.

“God gives life to the dead and calls things into existence that do not exist.”

(Romans 4:17)

  1. What defect has God taken away that you never thought possible?
  2. What defect has God removed that you didn’t even realize was a defect?
  3. What defect has God removed which made you feel as if you lost a part of yourself?
  4. What defect would you like God to remove now?
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A Date With Destiny

Learning from Noah: Why Waiting Matters

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“So, the floodwaters gradually receded from the earth.”

(Genesis 8:3)

There are times when you are ready to move into a new phase of your journey, but you have not been given the signal that it is time to move forward. Like Noah waiting for the water to subside, you may have to be patient and wait before taking the next step.

As the anticipation about an exciting new project build, the wait can sometimes seem unbearable. However, without a signal from God that the time is right, an otherwise successful mission might become a disastrous mess.

If Noah had skipped the waiting period and began unloading the ark as soon as the rain stopped, the passengers and animals might have all perished in the flood waters.

While the ark was not the most desirable place to be, it was the safest. It may have been quite smelly and dirty, but it was the right place for Noah to wait. In time, the waters receded, but it was a gradual process which required great patience.

Even though the waiting might have been tedious and boring, it was necessary. Noah may have been ready, but the earth was not. 

Similarly, you also experience times when you are ready to take on a new assignment, but the new assignment is not ready for you.

Although waiting is often more difficult than the work itself, it is an essential element in your success.

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Get Ready For Your Own Burning Bush Experience

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“When Moses saw the burning bush, he was amazed. He went near to look closer at it. Moses heard the Lord’s voice.”

(Acts 7:31)

You have always known that God has a special plan for your life, but the questions of what, when, how, and where, remain unanswered.

Like Moses, you have a burning desire to have an impact on the lives of others, bringing social justice to a world filled with inequalities. You faithfully spend your days tending to the duties of life, while watching for opportunities to make a positive difference in the lives of those you encounter.

When the time is right, you will experience your own ‘burning bush moment’.  It may come in the form of a dream, an event, a chance encounter, or an angelic appearance, but when it happens, you will know. The encounter will be powerful, surprising, and life changing.

When your burning bush moment comes, you may feel insufficiently equipped for the task God is asking of you. Don’t worry. Moses had the same response. Thankfully, God in His divine wisdom and mercy, already had a helper picked out for him. Aaron was called by God to help bolster Moses’ confidence and help him succeed at the mission for which he’d been called. 

In the same manner, you too will be aided by others whom God has called to assist you in your call. Keep watching for these helpers as you continue your journey. They will cross your path, sometimes at the least expected moment, bringing clarity and confidence to your mission.

Your call is genuine and out of the ordinary. God’s plan for you is exciting, terrifying, and fulfilling. Your life on this planet will impact the lives of many who don’t even know you.

Your burning bush moment is sure to change the trajectory of your life and give you a divine sense of purpose. Wait for it.  Be prepared to do whatever God asks of you, even if you feel inadequate  or unprepared. He will empower you to pursue your call and give you the helpers you need to make it a stunning success.

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Understanding Your Role as God’s Living Temple

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“Praise the Lord, the God of our ancestors, who made the king want to beautify the Temple of the Lord.”

(Ezra 7:27)

The Old Testament Temple of God was a building with detailed specifications for its sacred use. The presence of God was available only during limited times and at precise locations within the structure.

But in this New Testament era of grace, Jesus has opened the way for God’s Spirit to live within you. The King of Kings wants to beautify your soul, making it a holy sanctuary for the presence of God.

As the dwelling place of God on this earth, you serve as His hands, eyes, ears, and heart. This is the purpose of your journey while you travel through your allotted time as a human.

Since God is a Spirit, His impact on the natural realm can only manifest if a human permits Him to function through their physical form, implementing actions that correspond with His objectives.

Knowing that the Creator of the Universe has entrusted you with His Spirit and made His home within you gives you purpose and direction. You know that none of the daily tasks of life are insignificant.

You recognize that each conversation you have with another human being is a sacred connection.

You know that each impulse of compassion, mercy, kindness, or strength is a signal for action from the Spirit of God which leads you to your next assignment.

As the temple of God, you keep your mind and body healthy and strong. You offer your physical presence to God as a living space where He can function through you to bring light and life to the people you meet and the paths you walk.

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Influence and Integrity: God’s Favor in Your Life

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“You will be honored always, and people will say, ‘The Lord All-Powerful is God over you!’”

(2 Samuel 7:26)

God has caused you to be honored and well-liked by those who might otherwise be inclined to overlook you because of your race, religion, culture, or education.

You have gained the favor of those in power because God has placed you in a position to work with them.

You are kind, trustworthy, and compassionate. You are loyal and dependable. You are confident and comfortable in your own skin.

Your submission to God’s authority has caught the attention of human authority figures and caused them to admire you.

You are respected wherever you go. You maintain a wide circle of influence and are often surrounded by powerful people who are inspired by your call and eager to help you fulfill it.

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A Date With Destiny

You Have Been Chosen: Embracing Your Divine Purpose

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“God chose you to be His own. He does great and wonderful miracles for His children.”

(2 Samuel 7:23)

Your solid connection to the Divine is a foundational pillar to your psychological well-being. You sense a deep longing for the companionship you left behind when you entered the human realm.

You were chosen to accomplish specific assignments on this earth. Your call was to change the course of history in both ordinary and extraordinary measures.

You were chosen to promote the love of God. You were chosen to speak, write, and live in a way that He could demonstrate his kindness through you.

You know that it is God’s desire that all of His children might know the safety and security found in the bonds of His unconditional love.  You share that love through your everyday life experiences and thus prove that God’s decision to choose you was the right one!

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