Same! We will make ANY excuse to drink. But don’t be ashamed, it’s part of this disease. I did it for years. You are forgiven in Christ 
He wants to redeem you and free you from those thought loops and chains. I definitely have been my own worst enemy in that, letting the shame eat me alive as another excuse to drink. Viscous cycle!
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Thank you for that word of encouragement today! It was much needed and very timely.
I fell off the wagon last night, a couple drinks. The shame started and rather than give in to it, I went to bed and prayed for new determination and grace. Today, I literally have zero desire to drink. That may change by the time I get off work, but for now, for this moment, I do not want to drink. That is huge for me. Normally, falling off the wagon meant a two or three week binge and then trying to get my life back in order again. This time, I didn’t wake up feeling the shame that sends me straight back to alcohol. All I could feel was God’s arms around me and a sense of Him saying, “I got you. Don’t worry.. I got you.” I get goosebumps just thinking about it now. I believe God when He says His grace is sufficient. And here I am… basking in His love, with new and more powerful determination.
Thanks again!
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This is so beautiful to hear my friend 
I have been there so many times and resonate with what you are going through. His grace and mercy are new every morning. One day at a time! What helps me is to talk to him about every feeling and thought I am having so he can re-orient me back to his truth. In that I am surrendering to his guidance throughout the day.
I am praying for you and here rooting you along your journey! You are so loved and worthy of a sober minded and fulfilling life 
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Havent posted in this thread for some time but i started reading this daily devotional again and todays reading was spot on. Thought id share:
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Love this so much, thank you for sharing
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For all of you interested in neuroplasticity 
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