Let me shed some light on a fake understanding of history.
Thomas Edison did not invent the light bulb. At least, not on his own. In a book by Ernest Freeberg, we learn that the original light bulb reflected the work of many inventors, rather than Edison’s genius alone. The research and development culminated with the first bulb, created in Menlo Park, New Jersey, in 1879.
Here’s the lesson from the light bulb. All of us are smarter than any of us, even Thomas Edison. In recovery, if you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.
The Bible says it like this: “How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity!” (Psalm 133:1).
Recovery Step: Recovery is a team sport. If Thomas Edison needed help to develop a light bulb, you need help to develop recovery.
Author: Mark Denison
Mark and Beth Denison, married for 36 years, launched There’s Still Hope as a national movement to call men and women into lives of sexual integrity. Their ministry offers 90-day recovery plans for addicts and one-on-one and group coaching for addicts and their spouses. TSH also produces resources for pastors and churches to confront the porn epidemic that is destroying so many lives.
Dr. Denison was a senior pastor for over 30 years, NBA chaplain, and board chairman at Houston Baptist University three times. With a Master’s Degree in Addiction Recovery, Mark is a certified PSAP and active member of the American Association of Christian Counselors.
Mark has written four books on recovery: Porn in the Pew, 365 Days to Sexual Integrity, A 90-Day Recovery Guide, and 40 Days to Porn-Free Living. His latest book, Jesus on the 12 Steps, will be released later this year.
