Addiction Quote by John Ortberg Jr
““A pastor struggled for years with sexual addiction, eventually becoming so despondent that hospitalized himself. He joined an inpatient group and was mostly silent as others shared. When he decided not to come one day, the leader found he had fallen back into his addiction the previous night. Against every fiber of his instinct, he came back to the group. He shared how much he despised himself and his hypocritical behavior. When he saw that others wept for him, the weight of the secret that piled on the shame was broken. As Ortberg puts it, the man was able to taste the grace he taught about.””
About This Quote
Grace breaks shame when shared, allowing redemption.
In simple terms: Sharing struggles invites forgiveness and healing.
Key Takeaway
Seek community support in crisis.
Themes
faith
grace
redemption
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
spiritual
motivational
When to use this quote
- addiction recovery
- counseling groups
- spiritual mentorship
Key Concepts
vulnerability
community
Practical Applications
- join support groups
- confess honestly
Questions to Reflect On
- Will you trust others with your pain?
- How does grace change self‑view?
A Different Perspective
Some may reject vulnerability.
