“It is the spirit that quickeneth; the flesh profiteth nothing: the words that I speak unto you, they are spirit, and they are life” – John 6:63

When we talk of addictions, we are referring to those things we eat, drink, and do, and upon which our life is wholly dependent. These things include Drugs, medicine, foods, drinks and habits. It is important that we control our cravings and addictions, in order to put a check on the challenges of life. Most challenges we encounter in life, results from our inability to control our appetites, urges and habits. Basically, life is dependent on three major things; food, water and the WORD of God. It is normal to hunger for food, drink, and even to yearn for a type of food or drink. But when you become obsessed and crave for these things, and you fret and fall sick without them, then you have to be careful, for this is a sign of spiritual dislocation or disability. Perhaps we need to understand the value of life, and to know that our inner spirit must always be in tune with its divine origin, which is God.

When there is a gap between us and God, our emotions tries to fill the gap by what we can bite and chew, but that will not solve the problem; we have to get connected with God through His word, which only the knowledge of Jesus Christ, his power and grace can give to us. The word of God is telling us today that the flesh can do nothing without the spirit. It is the Spirit that gives life to the flesh. Our body must be linked with the spirit in order to draw vitality and strength. Therefore, while we stick to medicine as prescribed, we should also hold onto Jesus Christ, for he is the bridge between us and God. Our healing and rehabilitation comes from within; bridging your inner spirit with God through the knowledge of Jesus Christ and the power of his grace. When we do that, every gap in our psyche, mental and emotional bodies are filled with God’s spirit, which in turn gives us healing and power to withstand cravings and addictions. How do we proceed with this exercise? Remember, the word of God is God; and the word of God is also spirit and life. The more you read and meditate on the scriptures with prayers and supplication; you are gradually filled up with His Sprit. After a while, you will experience a change, a new surge of energy vibrating in and around you. This is the Spirit of God which quickens the flesh and makes us healthy and strong.