“But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.”
— Matthew 6:33 (NKJV)
The Three Hardest Parts of the Truce
In Grateful Truce, we’ve torn apart the failures of traditional recovery. We’ve armed ourselves with data, discipline, and a new mindset. But none of it matters if we don’t confront the three hardest challenges:
- Walking with Jesus—not as a crutch, but as your foundation.
- Facing loved ones who’ve been burned before and don’t trust this path.
- Living it daily—when stress hits, when old habits whisper, when life still happens.
This isn’t theory anymore. This is where the truce gets real.
Morning Prayer: The Weapon Against the Chaos
“Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour.”
— 1 Peter 5:8 (NKJV)
I can’t stress this enough: Daily morning prayer changes everything.
My Story: From Demon-Infested Thoughts to Divine Peace
Many describe addiction as a “demonic infestation.” I won’t go that far—but I can testify to the dark, irrational pull that drove me to open that second bottle of tequila, even when I knew it would destroy me.
Then, in rehab, I got on my knees and asked Jesus to take over.
And everything began to change.
Not overnight. Not in a week. For me, it took years—but the shift was undeniable.
The Power of a Positive Mindset
We live in an instant-gratification world:
- “Pop a pill, feel better in 45 minutes.”
- “Buy this, and your life will change.”
Jesus doesn’t work like that.
He can perform miracles—and He did in my life—but His transformation is a daily walk, not a magic trick.
Here’s what works for me:
- Every morning, after my second cup of coffee (around 5 AM), I pray.
- I ask:
- “How can I serve my wife today?”
- “How can I serve the Lord?”
- “Who needs kindness, and how can I provide it?”
- I focus on gratitude, not lack.
The Ripple Effect of Small Wins
When you start your day anchored in prayer and service, the little victories add up:
- Instead of sugary creamer, you drink your coffee black (or with butter, if you’re keto).
- Instead of stressing over the “big picture,” you take five deep breaths and focus on what’s in front of you.
- Instead of rushing to the bar after work, you realize: “Today wasn’t so bad. I don’t need to escape.”
These seem small—but they rebuild your life.
Why Jesus—Not Just Willpower—Makes Moderation Possible
“I am the vine, you are the branches. He who abides in Me, and I in him, bears much fruit; for without Me, you can do nothing.”
— John 15:5 (NKJV)
Let’s be blunt: Without Jesus, moderation is incredibly hard.
- Willpower fails.
- Triggers come.
- Stress will test you.
But when He’s your foundation, you’re not relying on your strength—you’re leaning on His.
Facing Loved Ones (And Their Skepticism)
This is where it gets tough. Your family and friends have been hurt before. They’ve seen the relapses, the broken promises.
How do you earn their trust?
- Show, don’t just tell. Live your truce consistently.
- Invite them into your journey. Let them see your morning routine, your prayer life.
- Accept that some won’t believe—yet. Prove it with time.
Your Turn: Walking the Truce Daily
“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new.”
— 2 Corinthians 5:17 (NKJV)
Challenge for This Week:
- Start tomorrow with 5 minutes of prayer. Ask: “How can I serve today?”
- Replace one negative habit with a small win. (Black coffee? Deep breaths? A walk instead of a drink?)
- Share your story below. What’s your hardest part?
This isn’t a solo fight. We’re in this together.
Like, share, subscribe—especially with someone who’s tired of the abstinence-or-relapse trap.
— Chris
(Author, Grateful Truce)
P.S.
If you’re struggling today, pray this:
“Jesus, I can’t do this alone. Walk with me. Be my foundation. Show me how to live this truce—one day at a time.”
He will answer.
Grateful Truce 
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