Recovery is all about looking forward. You can’t move forward while looking back.
God’s Word says, “Remember not the former things, nor consider the things of old. Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it?” (Isaiah 43:18).
I love that: “Remember not the former things.” That is not always easy, but it is always necessary.
What are the things you need to forget? Start with former acting out partners. Then toss in pornography, fantasy, and anything else you need to let go of.
Ann Landers was right: “Some people believe holding on and hanging in there are signs of great strength. However, there are times when it takes much more strength to know when to let go.”
So go ahead. Remove your rear-view mirror and start looking forward.
Recovery Step: Focus on the glory of God’s future.
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.
