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The Real 'Cost' of Addiction

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          I have been researching recent data related to drug overdose deaths, suicide rates, crashes involving alcohol or drug impairment. I need to prove that there is a real cost to addiction. Why? I am hoping to find a reason for foundations, organizations and grant funders to want to support what we are planning to do at Yahweh Warrior Lodge as we serve those caught in the world of addiction. I can tell you that the data show that men die by suicide at higher rates than women and that rural men die over men from the cities, interestingly. The vehicle crashes seem extra frightening. I am aware that many safe and sober drivers with families that are sharing the road with the addicted, putting us all at risk at anytime of the day or night. I personally do not have to prove to myself or those closest to me of the high cost of addiction as we have lived it. Sadly, many others have as well.   I have spoken to many of you reading this now hearing yo...
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  It Started As a Prayer This journey began as a prayer to do more.   I had a lot of thoughts including a Gathering of Native followers of Jesus, a local coffeehouse to provide a safe space to gather that doesn’t serve alcohol, a a thrift store to offer training and hire those that many won’t hire giving them a second chance… and more!   Then God clarified the direction and priorities of my heart as we meet weekly at our Gathering in LdF which is starting small, but strong!  Next a long-term residential recovery center using all of my experience, training and education to create a place of healing first for men and then for women. I am excited that the Lord took this first prayer and brought us the point that we are now in planning to open the doors at Yahweh Warrior Lodge, a Northwoods Training Ground located on 16 wooded acres! I am in awe that I get to live in such a time as this and be a part of what my Creator and Savior desires to do to show His love and Hi...
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