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Codependency or Christian Service

Codependence causes action from guilt and/or fear.  Christian service causes action from a sense of calling.


Codependence causes action from a “need to be needed.”  Christian service causes action from the desire to glorify God and to bring others into a closer relationship with God.


Codependence is joyless.  Christian service brings inner joy from the Holy Spirit.


Codependence leads to the neglect of personal well being and health.  Christian service always takes place in a balanced lifestyle where the one serving sets limits and cares for personal needs.


Codependence says worth is tied to helping others.  Christian service recognizes that our worth comes from being a person created by God for a purpose.  Our worth is based on God, not the purpose.


Codependence is driven by compulsion.  Christian service is directed by God.

 

Could I be Codependent?

oYes  oNo       I use relationships to make me feel good about myself.


oYes  oNo       I worry when things seem out of my control and develop
                         plans to change them.

oYes  oNo        I need to be “in control” in relationships.


oYes  oNo        I feel responsible for my spouse, children or friends.

oYes  oNo        I act like my childhood family acted and I wish I didn't.


oYes  oNo        I feel like my life is always on the edge.

oYes  oNo        I feel like something is missing in my life and I feel like I can
                          find it in one or more of my relationships.

oYes  oNo        When things happen that I don't like, I may deny them or
                          repress how I feel about the situation.

           
oYes  oNo        I don't like to confront people about their destructive or
                          inappropriate behavior.

 

If you answered “Yes” to 5 or more of these questions you may have a problem with codependence.

Celebrate Recovery doesn't promise to solve your life's problems.  But we can show you how to live Biblically, one day at a time with the help of our Higher Power, Jesus Christ.

Celebrate Recovery is a safe, confidential place to share & be respected.  A place to learn, grow and become strong.  A place for healthy challenges.  A place of belonging where you can care for others and be cared for.
 
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