Monday, May 14, 2007

What A Second Chance Can Mean

At the mission, I'm often asked what percentage of our graduates stay clean and sober. I'd like to say 100%, but that's not how life works. But a relapse doesn't mean the end. Let me give you an example.

He came to the mission before, but failed to use the tools he was given. He found himself back on the streets. Knowing they would be the death of him, he returned to the Mission and followed the advice of his counselor. He had an awakening with God – a relationship to Jesus Christ that was more than just words. Just a few hours before I wrote this to you, he thanked me for this second chance. You see, he was about to complete our program.

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