The "Overcomers Outreach" program, a Christian addiction recovery support group ministry, is very similar to "Twelve Step" programs such as "A.A." and "Narcotics Annonymous." Distinctively, "Overcomers Outreach" encourages its participants to confront their issues in light of their Christian faith.
Traditional "Twelve-Step" groups discipline themselves to remain neutral of any religious beliefs or doctrine, and they refrain from communicating any religious references during their meetings. In contrast, Overcomers Outreach acknowledges Jesus Christ as their only source of strength and that He is the "highest power." Overcomers Outreach also reaffirms that He is the source of all serenity. The group also recognizes that it is in His power and His strength only that the addict is able to make his/her journey down the road of recovery "one day at a time" and maintain a state of sustained sobriety.
The success of Overcomers Outreach is greatly attributed to the servant's heart and the qualifications of the the group facilitator. Every group facilitator is a committed Christian who has gone through the recovery process himself/herself. They also are advanced students of the Bible. In the group setting the facilitator identifies prescribed scriptures in the Bible, which reinforce the principle of the featured step for that group session. Subsequently, the participants share their feelings in relation to their current issues in light of what they have learned from the scriptures.
This group model fosters an exchange of views between participants and allows them to view their situation with a fresh perspective, in a sense, allowing them to step out of their situation and examine it with some objectivity. Moreover, this interaction fosters spiritual growth among the participants resulting in their desire to take responsibility for their life choices. As the participants broaden their understanding of addictive behaviors and their consequences, hopefully, they'll come to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ.
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The Good Shepherd Restoration Ministries has compiled a national database of churches, ministries, and community organizations that provide "Overcomers Outreach" support group meetings or similar support group meetings in various communities across the country.
If you or someone you know need the assistance of a support group in order to overcome substance abuse, compulsive gambling or any other addictive behavior, please email us, and we'll assist you in identifying a Christian, support group similar to "Overcomers Outreach" in your community.
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