Freedom from Addiction [Paperback]

Neil T. Anderson (Author), Mike Quarles (Author), Julia Quarles (Author), Terry Whalin (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 17, 1996

Many Christians are locked in a cycle of addicion-- particularly in the areas of alcohol and drug abuse. Many have turned to 12-Step programs for help. But, where is the incredible power of Christ in this process? In a positive, non-condemning way, Anderson provides an alternative model of recovery for substance and alcohol abusers--a model that will also work for individuals struggling with other kinds of addictions. The first half of Freedom from Addictions tells the unbelievable story of Mike and Julia Quarles, and how Mike overcame a debilitating addiction to alcohol. He achieved success by applying the principles that make up the central theme of Dr. Anderson's message: that we are saints according to God's word (Eph 1) and that true freedom comes from realizing our identity in Christ.

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About the Author

DR. NEIL T. ANDERSON is founder and president of Freedom in Christ Ministries. He was formerly the chairman of the Practical Theology Department at Talbot School of Theology. He holds five degrees from Talbot, Pepperdine University and Arizona State University and has authored several bestselling books on spiritual freedom, including Victory Over the Darkness and The Bondage Breaker.   

 

 

MIKE QUARLES, along with his wife, Julia, has been with Freedom in Christ Ministries since 1994. They currently direct the Freedom in Christ Recovery Ministry. They have co-authored the following books with Neil Anderson: Freedom From Addiction, the Freedom From Addiction Workbook, and One Day at a Time. Mike and his wife, Julia, have three grown children, seven grandchildren and live near Atlanta, Georgia.

JULIA QUARLES, along with her husband Mike, has been with Freedom in Christ Ministries since 1994. They currently direct the Freedom in Christ Recovery Ministry. They have co-authored the following books with Neil Anderson: Freedom From Addiction, the Freedom From Addiction Workbook, and One Day at a Time. Julia and Mike have three grown children, seven grandchildren and live near Atlanta, Georgia.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 18 and up
  
• Paperback: 368 pages
• Publisher: Regal (June 17, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0830718656
• ISBN-13: 978-0830718658
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.5 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #190,268 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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61 of 70 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Title says it ALL ! Hallelujah!, February 9, 2000

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This review is from: Freedom from Addiction (Paperback)

I am free from addiction! This book explains in great detail how the POWER alluded to in the 12 steps ONLY comes from Jesus , and once you accept His most graceful redemption, there is NO need to call yourself addicted anymore! Please get out of the SIN (sitting in negativity) and rejoice in His holy name. I've studied and read, '2 Tracks One Goal', Dick B 'Akron Genesis of AA'., 'The Good Book and the Big Book'.... NO other book spells out how to get free FROM addiction! Not information ABOUT addiction, not a man-made 'design' for living, not a program to modify behavior... a TRANSLATION into a new being. (II Cor 5:17) and (1 Sam 10:6). This masterpiece shows all Bible references to the "program"... whence the essence. If you are serious about recovery, this is the best book (besides the Word of God) I've read! Thank you authors for your obedience to His Word. My fellow recoveries.... I pray you will pick this up and open your heart to God's Words. I understand why they now have a workbook based upon this book! It is a lifelong mission to fully apply the precepts explained in this book into one's life. Hallelujah! Praise and Glory to God!

6 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book, August 10, 2007

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Alexander B. Alonzo Jr. - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Freedom from Addiction (Paperback)

This is a Great book with alot of deep insight to freedom from addiction also to freedom in life.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Teaching this book is a delight!, October 13, 2009

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This review is from: Freedom from Addiction (Paperback)

For the past few months, I have been teaching this book and the accompanying workbook in a drug and alcohol recovery program at a homeless shelter for women. The truth does set you free! One woman told me that the class was a turning point in her recovery from addiction. Mike's story in the book about his own struggle with alcoholism really helps you understand the path to freedom from addiction through the finished work of Jesus Christ on the cross, through our new identity in Christ and through all the resources that He has provided for us. I highly recommend this book to anyone with an addiction and to those who want to help. There is hope for change!