Book Synopsis
This book focuses on offering guidance to those seeking a life free from addiction. More specifically, it is written by a pastor who counsels directly from biblical teachings how to live a life free from addictions. It is a very accessible and readable book, full of the wisdom of scripture and presented in such a way that the reader can feel motivated, encouraged, and ready to change—and continually renew—one’s life with a realistic plan to proceed.
About The Author
Bishop Lance Johnson comes by way of a life of struggles, having been trapped by the unrelenting grip of alcohol and drug addiction and the desperate lifestyle that comes with it. He brings a fresh word that is woven into the fabric of a life that has known the agony of an empty soul.
One early fall day in September of 1990 he had an encounter with the King of Kings that not only changed him but has eternally altered the lives of thousands who now proclaim along with him that “When Jesus sets you free you are completely free.” Pastor Lance now reaches into the depths of his experience to deliver a starkly real story of freedom by the power of God. Now he only looks back to encourage those who are lagging behind. He has spent almost a quarter of a century rescuing people from death and ruin and introducing them to a life of prosperity and liberty.
Pastor Lance has pioneered addiction recovery ministries as well as numerous churches. He has planted Bible colleges and overseas mission works, thereby reaching people from every walk of life and social background. He has introduced vast numbers of people to a victorious, overcoming lifestyle. After twenty-four years of ministering to people struggling with addiction, he has reduced his experience and knowledge to the pages of this book. This work is not a twelve-step recovery program. In fact, this book is not about recovery at all; it is about something far greater than recovery—it is about complete liberty. Freedom not only from addiction, but freedom from the inward condition that caused it. The best that man can offer in addiction recovery is a 10 percent success rate. As this book didn’t come from man, it promises a miraculous 100 percent success rate. If you follow its teachings, success will happen.
Bishop Lance Johnson is the Founder and Bishop of the Relevate Family of Churches, with various locations in North Georgia and Ghana, West Africa. He is also the founder and overseer of Lions Gate Ministry Training Academy and REVAMP School of Transformation. He resides in Woodstock, Georgia, with his wife, Lisa. They have two adult children, Brittany and Marcus, and one granddaughter, Makenlee.