11 Sep Scott’s Story
During childhood, Scott’s family household was a stable and loving environment where his parents helped him
foster a deep sense of faith. He never could have imagined how this foundation would later change.
Time and time again, Scott demonstrated to his friends that he was someone they could trust. So, it broke his heart when he first learned that trust could be broken: Someone he thought was a friend encouraged him to try drugs.
As a young adult, his curiosity and experimenting with substances quickly escalated into addiction. “I spiraled,” he shares. “I just wanted to fit in, but my behaviors cost me jobs, my health… and eventually, my home.”
After losing everything, Scott had never felt worse about himself. “I was out of options,” he recalls. “All I wanted to do was to turn my life around. So, I prayed.” The Lord answered Scott’s cries for help… and led him to our ministry.
When Scott arrived, he was warmly welcomed by our staff. With hot meals, a comfortable bed and clean clothing, he began to believe healing was possible. Determined to change, Scott worked diligently through our faith-based Discipleship Recovery Program.
Being surrounded by love and compassion, having structure and experiencing daily fellowship all contributed to the restoration of Scott’s confidence and sense of purpose. “I used to isolate,” he said. “But I’ve learned to trust others again. I even like myself!”
Scott has enjoyed giving back by serving at the front desk, where he brushed up on valuable job skills. Now, back in the workforce, he’s living an independent, stable life. Your gifts are bearing fruit in the lives of people like Scott. Now, his heart is full of hope this fall… thanks to your kindness! “I’m so grateful to be clean and sober,” he beams. “God did this… by bringing me to WRM!