The Keys to a Successful Christian Intervention

Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. Psalm 23:4, NIV

Addiction thrives on denial and self-deception; therefore, the role of a Christian intervention is to reveal truth.  This can only be accomplished if the focus remains on Christ, who is the way, the truth, and the life.  A Christian intervention is an opportunity to foster open, honest communication in a nonjudgmental environment; it is a chance to bring the constructive healing of Jesus to the void in the addict’s life that is currently being filled by a destructive addictive substance. 

Because numerous factors can lead to the development of an addiction, Christian Intervention attempts to find and to treat the root of the problem whether it be loneliness, depression, fears for the future, wounds from past trauma, present life stressors, dissatisfaction with life, cognitive distortions, personal insecurities, dysfunctional interpersonal relationships, or any combination of these.  Following an intervention, the addict will have the opportunity to go to a prearranged Christian rehab facility where these issues will be addressed and new life skills (like positive coping mechanisms) will be taught.

By reinforcing the addict’s value to both their family and to God, Christian Intervention helps all parties involved to begin the healing process.  Yet this healing-centered process also instills the importance of personal accountability for one’s decisions.  The addicted person must be reminded that they have been given free will by God, and, while the fellowship of other Christians and the support of friends and family will be critical to their long-term success, no one else can make the change for them.    

For non-religious interventions, go to the interventionists at http://www.intervention.md.