09/30/2026
"I start my day talking to God. He guides me and keeps me strong! I have a 53 minute drive to work and spend most of the time with Him. The rest of my time I spend jamming out to some Christian music or calling my mom to tell her to have a good day.
Starting the day off with God is EVERYTHING. On the days when I feel stressed, I go outside and pray. I’ve been attending a variety of churches, like we did at SPA, to get a good home foundation. On days when I feel weak, I lean on Him and my support group. I took time to be alone and work on myself post SPA. I realized I wasn’t happy in relationships nor was I ready for them. The relationship I had to focus on and maintain was my relationship with God.
I’ve never been this truly happy in my entire life. God gave me visions and glimpses of the person I’m supposed to be with. Instead of doing my own thing and going my own way, I obeyed and was patient. I am now in a happy, healthy relationship with a man - yes A MAN - that loves God and loves me.
My life has changed for the BEST since I got sober. I’m happier, more energized, motivated, enjoy where I work, and most importantly, I get to spend time with my family. I lost a lot of time with them when I was in my dark addiction, but they still loved me and supported me and welcomed me with open arms. I put them through a lot of pain while I was suffering. I am motivated on a daily basis to meet goals I set for myself. I’ve been working out at the gym, gardening, and finding little activities that I enjoy, SOBER! I had to change my people, places, and things. I finally have respect for myself and others.
To those struggling from addiction, don’t give up on getting help! There are so many resources out there, but SPA helped me find God and walk with Him. No one can push you to change, but you have to want it for yourself. I had a tough time surrendering my own ways until God showed me his promises are always faithful. He will help you and make a way. He lifted me out of my grave and gave me hope. All you have to do is ask Him and put in consistent time with Him to build a relationship. Start by getting in the Word! Read it out loud, ask Him to clarify when you don’t understand. Listen for Him: He speaks to us all a little different. The relationship I always wanted is the relationship I now have with God."
-Courtney Hagan, SPA Graduate
