Compulsive Behaviors
Compulsive behaviors like food, social media, gaming, or gambling can quietly take control, but Jesus offers real freedom. Through repentance and Spirit-led formation, new patterns and lasting change are possible.
SINS OF ENSLAVEMENT
Alcohol & Drug Addiction
Alcohol and drug addiction are forms of enslavement that affect both the body and the soul. What may begin as occasional use or a way to cope with stress, pain, or pressure can slowly become a controlling force that shapes desires, decisions, and relationships. Addiction often promises relief or escape, but over time it leads to isolation, broken trust, and spiritual numbness. Scripture reminds us that we were not created to be mastered by substances, but to live in freedom under God’s care.
Jesus does not meet addiction with condemnation—He meets it with truth, grace, and power to change. Freedom from alcohol and drug addiction is not found through willpower alone, but through repentance, renewed trust in Christ, and Spirit-led transformation. Healing is often a process that includes honest confession, prayer, Scripture, and supportive community. No matter how long the struggle has lasted, Jesus offers forgiveness, restoration, and a new way forward marked by self-control, peace, and hope.
“I have the right to do anything,” you say — but not everything is beneficial. “I have the right to do anything” — but I will not be mastered by anything.
— 1 Corinthians 6:12
So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.
— John 8:36
For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.
— 2 Timothy 1:7
TURN TOWARD JESUS
Explore Life in Community
Choosing life in community means stepping out of isolation and turning away from the patterns that keep you stuck—so your faith can be strengthened alongside others. Explore ways anyone can connect, grow, and be supported as you take a clear next step toward healing, accountability, and deeper fellowship with Jesus.
Small Groups
You weren’t meant to do life alone. Our Small Groups are where faith becomes personal, friendships grow deep, and prayers are shared.
Sonrise Church
Join us at Sonrise Church in Santee — a welcoming community in East County San Diego just minutes from Lakeside and El Cajon. Our Sunday services at 9:00 AM and 10:40 AM offer worship, teaching, and real connection.
Get a Mentor
Mentoring helps you grow by walking with someone who’s a few steps ahead in following Jesus. Find encouragement, accountability, and practical next steps through Christ-centered relational discipleship at Sonrise.
GET HOPE & HELP
Resources to Help with Alcohol & Drug Addiction
Celebrate Recovery
A Christ-centered recovery ministry addressing hurts, habits, and hang-ups through biblical truth and community.
Recovery Small Group
A safe and supportive place for those walking the journey of addiction recovery. Together, we share encouragement, find strength in...
Recovery Alive Podcast
Conversations centered on healing, sobriety, and spiritual transformation through Jesus.
“The Freedom of Self-Forgetfulness” by Tim Keller
A short, accessible book on identity, grace, and freedom from enslaving patterns.
Pure Desire Ministries
Scripture-based teaching on freedom, repentance, and the renewing work of the Spirit.
NEXT STEPS
If alcohol addiction and/or drug abuse has become a controlling force in your life, you don’t have to face it alone—and you don’t have to stay where you are.
Repent
Repentance is more than regret—it’s a turning of the heart toward God. By naming sin honestly and choosing a new direction of obedience, we step out of hiding and into the grace, freedom, and transformation Jesus offers.
Know Jesus
Jesus isn’t just a religious figure—He’s the Savior who invites you into real life with God. Explore who He is, what He offers, and the next steps you can take to know Him personally.
Get Baptized
Baptism is an outward expression of an inward transformation. It’s a public declaration that you have decided to follow Jesus and want to live for Him. At Sonrise, we celebrate baptisms as a church family, standing with you as you take this powerful step of obedience and faith.
Follow Jesus
Following Jesus means taking your next step with Him in real life. Find practical ways to grow through faith, spiritual practices, community, and everyday life.
NEED HELP?
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to begin, we’d love to walk with you.
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Sins of the Tongue
Words can wound or heal, and many struggle with speech that harms relationships. Jesus invites you into freedom as He renews your heart and speech through repentance and discipleship.
AN INVITATION TO JOIN US AT SONRISE
At Sonrise Church, we believe real life change happens when people encounter Jesus, walk in truth, and grow together in community. You are welcome here—no matter your past, your struggles, or where you’re starting from. Join us this Sunday to take your next step toward freedom and formation with us. Jesus changes everything.
Sonrise Church
Service Times:
- Sunday : 9:00 AM (1st Service)
- Sunday : 10:40 AM (2nd Service)
Alcohol and drug addiction impact individuals and families throughout Santee, Lakeside, El Cajon, and East County San Diego, often leaving people feeling stuck, ashamed, or uncertain where to turn. Addiction is more than a behavioral issue—it is a spiritual struggle that can take control when substances begin to replace trust in God. At Sonrise Church, we approach alcohol and drug addiction with biblical truth, compassion, and hope, helping people understand both the spiritual roots of addiction and God’s desire for freedom.
For those seeking faith-based addiction recovery in Santee or East County San Diego, Sonrise Church provides a safe place to explore healing without judgment. Alcohol and drug addiction often promise relief from pain or stress, but ultimately deepen isolation and brokenness. Jesus offers a better way—one rooted in repentance, forgiveness, and Spirit-led transformation. Through Scripture, prayer, and supportive community, people can begin breaking free from addiction and learning to live with renewed purpose and self-control.
If you or someone you love is looking for Christian support for alcohol or drug addiction near El Cajon or Lakeside, Sonrise Church exists to help people take meaningful next steps toward freedom and discipleship. Addiction does not define your future—Jesus does. Whether you’re seeking help for the first time or returning after relapse, Sonrise Church is committed to walking with you as you pursue healing, restoration, and a transformed life in Christ.