20th Annual Benefit – Modern Mob Returns
Our 20th Annual Benefit – “The Modern Mob Returns!” will be hosted at the Country Club of Ocala on April 25, 2024!
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Christian 12 Step Ministry is a non-profit 501c3 organization. Our vision is men and women who are spiritually and emotionally healthy.
A message from our Executive Director!
We are eager to take the helm of the Christian 12 Step Program under the direction of our great Savior Jesus Christ.
Poem: “Signed Drugs”
This work came to us from a man whose life is being restored through a local program. Logos lodge is a 10-month Christ-centered, drug and alcohol regeneration program for men.
A Reflection from Behind the Barbed Wire
We couldn’t help but share these powerful words coming from an inmate in Newton, North Carolina.
Testimonies from our Student Correspondence Course
Christian 12 Step Ministry has made its mark for the Kingdom through its Student Correspondence Course. Written requests for this course are received every day. These requests come from men and women…
Why support us?
Social Services of all kinds are buckling under the tremendous burden of needs created by those struggling in addiction. To read about the effects of drug addiction on society click here: livestrong.com.…
Can negative thoughts become idols?
Years ago, in the heat of my battle with negative thoughts, the Lord revealed something to me. 1 John 5:21 (AMP) says, “Little children, keep yourselves from idols (false gods)—[from anything and…
You are not forgotten by God.
Abandonment can be one of our most hurtful experiences, especially early in life. When a child either perceives they are abandoned or actually is abandoned by one or both parents they may…
Have you ever thought of leading a support group?
How rewarding it is to walk with others through their recovery journey! We wanted to share some helpful information about leading a support group based on our study guide, “Walking the 12 Steps…
Addiction and Recovery–A Christian View
Addiction and Recovery A Christian View (Borrowed: Author Unknown) Drug, alcohol, or any addiction by a member of the fellowship of a church is a heartbreaking experience for individuals, their families, and…
MESSIAH’S MISSION ON EARTH
Perhaps one of the saddest, yet necessary events in human history was the death of our Messiah, Jesus Christ. Though we celebrate his birth as a tiny baby each Christmas, we also…
God–the Author Of Success
God–the Author of Success I remind those in recovery of these Biblical truths: We have unlimited potential through His Spirit. “And you are in Him, made full and having come to fullness…
God’s Call
Last night I was reminded through a message delivered at our church that God has a PURPOSE and an IRREVOCABLE CALL on every person He creates. That was quite a challenging open…
Are “WE” Doing Our Part
Isn’t it amazing how involved we get in listening to candidates seeking the office of president of our great country and fail to listen to a sovereign God who is in total…
Encounter with God
In the year King Uzziah died Isaiah was down so he went to church and had an amazing encounter with God. I have found in my down times going to church makes…
THE TRUTH!
John writes “the truth will set you free” (John 8:32). And he adds later with a quote from Jesus, “I am the …truth…” John 14:16. As an “overcomer” through Jesus I am…
With God All Things Are Possible…
A few days ago I attended the chapel service at the Asbury Theological Seminary in Orlando. It was an honor to be there. The speaker was Michael Beck. Michael had been elected…
He Has Risen!
HE HAS RISEN!!! He could only come forth from the grave due to the fact that He had been put to death at the hands of the angry mob. But I remind…
To God be the Glory!
Christian 12 Step’s annual celebration banquet was a night of worship and praise. God is so good to us. We burned the note on the building. We are debt free. However ,…
LOVE, REALLY?
“The one who does not love does not know God, for God is love.” (1 John 4:8) That is some strong words. Let me try to put that in my vernacular. “If…
God is good all the time…
God is good all the time… …all the time God is good!!! Do you remember one of the first prayers we learned as kids? “God is great, God is GOOD,…
Happy New Year
Happy New Year. 2015 is here. As I review events of the past 12 months I am challenged to make 2015 twelve months of serving the Bethlehem Baby who went to the…
The Miracle of Christmas
Christmas is here and we are asking what can I give to the people on my gift list? The greatest gift was given to us on the day Jesus Christ was born.…
THANKSGIVING…GIVING THANKS…
…THANKS…..GIVING… two words combined to identify a holiday that is celebrated throughout our great USA. I am confident that a heart of gratitude makes the difference in a person’s attitude and in…
Never a Loss when Heaven is Home
I had thought about opening my remarks with the comment “another loss”. Brother Bud Gillett made his journey to heaven this past Sunday. We have known each other for 50 years. I…
WE ARE DEBT FREE!!!
Thanks to the many faithful friends of the ministry we are now debt free. The mortgage of $60,000 has been retired. God is so good and continues to bless us in so…
The Good News
I just returned from an all day prayer meeting at Dunklin Regeneration Camp in Okeechobee, a place for addicts to find genuine recovery through a relationship with Jesus Christ. It was a…
Tribute To Brother Mickey Evans
Tribute to Brother Mickey Evans, Dunklin Memorial Church, Okeechobee, Florida My Mentor and Friend: Mickey Evans January 8, 1932- August 22, 2014 The following was written by Joan Warren Has Anybody?…
GOD IS FAITHFUL
Yesterday was a special day. I received a call from Lance inviting me to come and speak at his church. Some of you reading this blog will ask immediately “why does…
What Will Your Legacy Be???
Last week my 98 year old aunt went home to be with Jesus. In 3 weeks she would have been 99. My last visit with her a month ago was as always…
The Poison of Bitterness
The following article really spoke to my heart. I hope it speaks to your heart as well. I share it with a prayer that God will use it to challenge and bless…
My Memorial Day
What a Memorial Day weekend. I accepted the invitation of the staff to visit with the men at Liberty Lodge in Titusville, a transitional house for men seeking to follow Jesus and…
A LOSS THAT WILL BE RENEWED ONE DAY
This past Wednesday I lost one of the dearest friends I’ve ever known, Chaplain Bob Gregory. Not really, I did not lose him he simply got ahead of me and went on…
How Can I Be Saved and Still Be Doing This?
This may come as a surprise to many readers, but sexual sin in and of itself has never sent anyone to hell any more than a person’s morality can secure him…
RECOVERY: GENUINE OR SIMPLY TOLERABLE???
I once was a slave to an addiction. My addiction eventually led to criminal acts that resulted in incarceration. Following the exposure of my addiction I managed to live a tolerable recovery. …
THE SIGNIFICANCE OF HIS RESURRECTION!!!
This is the season to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ our Savior. Too often we share our thoughts to prove the resurrection. However, most folks I talk to do not doubt…
A Great Night!
What an evening. The 10th annual benefit for Christian 12 Step was an awesome celebration. Above all Jesus was honored as testimonies were shared by overcomers whose lives have been recovered and…
THE FIRST CHRISTIAN 12 STEP MEETING
How many people have we read about in the Bible that was good prospective candidates for a recovery group? Let’s read Luke 19:1-10 Jesus entered Jericho and was passing through it. A…
An Open Letter to You in 2014: The Same Old Message for a Brand New Year
Borrowed from Mike Riccardi New Year 2014 As we approach the beginning of the New Year, many people are reflecting on the previous year and how they’ve lived their lives, and are…
The True Meaning Of Christmas
“What is the true meaning of Christmas?” The true meaning of Christmas is love. John 3:16-17says, “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever…
What Is Your Excuse?
What’s your excuse? When you feel like GOD just can’t work with you, please remember… It’s not your ABILITIES that count, It’s your AVAILABILITY! Among the great men & women in the…
Love Jesus
Love Jesus Borrowed from Dr. Lou at Dunklin Letters to a Disciple He said to him the third time, “Simon, son of John, do you love Me?” Peter was grieved…
The Beatitudes, from the Sermon on the Mount and The 12 Steps originated from Alcoholics Anonymous
The Road to Recovery Based on the Beatitudes 1. I realize I’m not God; I admit that I am powerless to control my tendency to do the wrong thing and that my…
Addiction and Recovery– A Christian View
Addiction and Recovery A Christian View (Borrowed: Author Unknown) Drug, alcohol, any addiction by a member of the fellowship of a church is a heartbreaking experience for individuals, their families, and churches.…
Support Groups
What are the benefits of participating in a support group? In a support group we can experience true acceptance regardless of what we have done to others or what others have…