Michael was fighting a battle he believed he could never win. His addiction took root with his first drink at age 12, and it escalated to substance abuse after high school. Despite multiple stints in treatment centers, Michael couldn’t maintain sobriety. Every relapse drove him deeper into despair.
Sitting alone in a smoke-filled apartment, drained mentally, physically, and spiritually, Michael remembered his mother’s teachings about Jesus. In that moment, he clung to the promise in Luke 18:27: “What is impossible for man is possible with God.”
When Michael arrived at The Harbor, PRM’s long-term recovery program for men, he was anxious but determined. Unlike the countless programs before, The Harbor offered something different: a holistic, faith-based environment that addressed his heart and soul, not just his addiction.
Daily devotionals, prayer, and strong mentorship helped Michael rebuild his life from the inside out. He learned to confront his fears, accept responsibility for the pain his addiction had caused, and trust God’s greater plan. Through community, Michael discovered the power of accountability and encouragement. Fellow participants and volunteers became brothers and mentors, challenging him to persevere even on the hardest days.
“Through this program, I found a community of people who understood my struggles and were committed to helping me find a way forward,” Michael says with gratitude.
Faith played a vital role in his transformation. Inspired by Romans 8:31 — “If God is for us, who can be against us?” — Michael began to believe that real, lasting change was not only possible but promised through God’s Spirit and grace.
Today, Michael’s life is a testimony to the miracles that happen when we surrender to God and open ourselves to the love of a supportive community. His encouragement to others walking a similar path is clear: Michael’s journey reminds us that transformation doesn’t come by our strength alone — it’s by the grace of God that broken lives are made whole.
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