Christian Books on Addiction

 

Christian literature has played a crucial role in addressing the spiritual and emotional dimensions of addiction, offering insights, support, and guidance to individuals seeking a faith-based approach to overcoming their struggles. The experts at our Christian drug rehab have compiled a list of the best Christian books on addiction recovery, shedding light on how these resources can provide hope, inspiration, and practical tools to those grappling with substance dependence within the framework of their Christian faith.

List of Christian Books for Addicts in Recovery

As part of our faith-based recovery programs, we have a few Christian books on drug addiction and recovery that we often recommend to clients to help them stay on track and remember why they’re getting treatment.

Our most favored Christian books on addiction include:

• "The Life Recovery Bible" by Stephen Arterburn and David Stoop: This Bible includes recovery-focused commentaries and personal profiles, making it a valuable resource for individuals seeking to integrate their faith into the recovery process.
• "Celebrate Recovery: A Program for Implementing a Christ-Centered Recovery Process" by John Baker: This book outlines the principles of the Celebrate Recovery program, a Christian 12-step program that incorporates biblical teachings into the recovery journey.
• "Addiction and Grace" by Gerald G. May: While not explicitly a Christian book, this work delves into the relationship between addiction and spirituality, drawing on Christian theology and offering insights into how faith can aid in the recovery process.
• "Clean: A Proven Plan for Men Committed to Sexual Integrity" by Douglas Weiss: Focused on recovery from sexual addiction, this book provides a Christian perspective and practical guidance for individuals seeking healing and restoration in this area.
• "Stronger than the Struggle: Uncomplicating Your Spiritual Battle" by Havilah Cunnington: This book addresses spiritual warfare and the role of faith in overcoming addiction. It offers a Christian perspective on breaking free from strongholds
• "Addictions: A Banquet in the Grave" by Edward T. Welch: This book delves into the spiritual and biblical aspects of addiction and provides a Christian perspective on the road to recovery.
• “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young: In Jesus Calling, Young has daily writing as if Jesus were addressing the reader himself. It’s comforting to feel like Jesus is talking to individuals directly as they go through the ups and downs of recovery.
• “Impact Devotional Series” by Anthony Acampora: A common recommendation in our Daily Devotional group, this book focuses on Acampora’s experience as a chaplain and ministry directory of an addiction recovery program, sharing his knowledge and personal experiences to help readers overcome their struggles and sufferings.
• “Overcoming Emotional Obstacles Through Faith” by Anthony Acampora: Recovering addicts often feel regretful about their behavior from their addiction. To overcome this addiction guilt and shame, Acampora shares his struggles and how he overcame these obstacles through his faith. His own stories will help readers learn how they can apply God’s teachings to their lives and recovery.

What to Read in The Bible When Struggling With Addiction

Out of all the Christian books on addiction out there, the most highly recommended is the Bible. The Bible details a wide range of stories wrought with suffering and rejoicing, hardships and achievements. If you aren’t sure where to begin, books in the Bible that can help you get started include Philippians, James, Psalms, Isaiah Matthew, 1 Corinthians, Proverbs, and Romans.

Additional Addiction Resources

While our Christian rehab centers recommend the books listed above, there are plenty of other books on addiction recovery that you can read on your own to continue to strengthen your relationship with God. Some other books to consider are Knowing God, Wild at Heart, and The Case for Faith. These books will give you strength and help you maintain your faith throughout your recovery process, whether you are only a week into the process or have years of being sober.

If you or someone close to you needs help recovering from addiction, reach out to us immediately. Call Faith in Recovery today at 888-280-4763 or contact us online to learn more about our Christ-centered addiction treatment.