Let’s Talk About It: Addiction
Exploring healing, redemption, and freedom through Christ.
Opening Prayer
Begin your study by asking for guidance, wisdom, and openness to the Holy Spirit. Pray that God’s Word brings clarity and hope as you confront the topic of addiction — both personally and within your community.
Introduction
Addiction affects hearts, homes, and communities — but God’s truth offers a path toward redemption and renewal. This study invites believers to view addiction not just as a physical or emotional struggle, but as a spiritual battle that Christ empowers us to overcome.
“If the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.” — John 8:36
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Scripture Focus
- Jeremiah 17:9 — “The heart is deceitful above all things and beyond cure. Who can understand it?”
- Romans 7:15 — “I do not understand what I do. For what I want to do I do not do, but what I hate I do.”
- 2 Corinthians 10:3–5 — “The weapons we fight with… have divine power to demolish strongholds.”
- 2 Timothy 2:22 — “Flee the evil desires of youth and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace…”
Discussion Questions
1. Understanding Addiction
- What are some common misconceptions about addiction, and how does Scripture challenge them?
- How does Jeremiah 17:9 reveal the heart’s role in addictive behavior?
2. The Nature of Sin and Addiction
- What does Romans 7:15 teach us about inward conflict and the human condition?
- How might “false intimacy” lead to addiction in various areas of life?
3. Repentance and Change
- What does true repentance look like according to 2 Corinthians 7:9–10?
- In what ways can 2 Timothy 2:22 guide us to replace temptation with spiritual pursuit?
4. Community and Accountability
- Why is community vital in overcoming addiction—both biblically and through 12-step principles?
- How can the church imitate Christ in supporting those in the fight for freedom?
5. Spiritual Warfare
- How does 2 Corinthians 10:3–5 redefine the battle against addiction?
- What are tangible ways to “take every thought captive” in daily life?
Application
Personal Reflection
Spend a few minutes in quiet prayer. Ask God to reveal any areas of your heart entangled in sin or dependency. Write down what He brings to light.
Action Steps
Pick one action you can take this week to move toward freedom—seek accountability, install protective boundaries, or deepen your prayer life.
Community Engagement
Who in your circle might be struggling? Pray for them by name. Look for ways to offer grace, honesty, and encouragement in Christ’s love.
Closing Prayer
End in prayer, thanking God for His strength and healing. Ask Him for the courage to walk in freedom, and the compassion to extend that same freedom to others.
“For where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.” — 2 Corinthians 3:17
Written for Crosspoint Community Church’s “Let’s Talk About It” series.
May this study spark honest conversations and Christ-centered change.