Recovery for the Christian Family: Surviving Alcoholism

A book for families that have a family member who is an alcoholic or addict. There are already plenty of books and ministries focusing on the people with addictions; this book focuses on saving the family. What you don’t know about Alcoholism can destroy your family. Fifty percent of all families are impacted by alcoholism. There are half a million children addicted to alcohol. Authors Chaplain Farris and Ruth Robertson, with over 50 years of sobriety and serenity between them, have been working with families and their alcoholic loved ones for over twenty years. As the founders of Recovery Chapel and Recovery Literature, they are committed to bringing God’s help to families who suffer. This book, among other things, details: Intervention – What kind, how and when. The Dos and Don’ts of living with alcoholism. Why do our loved ones love to get high? Creating an environment that supports sobriety. Find the right kind of help at the right time. Treatment? Church? AA? What’s the Answer? Fully indexed, 168 pages, 35 illustrations, 55,000 words Table of Contents: A Personal Note from Farris and Ruth Welcome to Recovery The Family Photo The Cycle of Addiction The Alcoholic Family How Far Have We Fallen The Need to Feel Connected How to Reconnect Recovery Models What Causes Alcoholism? Evil is Real Spiritual Encouragement Faith and Works Alcoholic Interventions Relapse Prevention and Response Spiritual Tools for Your Toolkit Reminders Your Next Steps