The church is the gathering of people who believe and put their trust in God. However, the fact that they are spiritual beings does not understate their reality as humans. Hence, this means that they are susceptible to being addicted or having mental health problems.

One big mistake that the church has made is segregating and stigmatizing members of the church who are battling with addiction. This is a wrong act because addiction has the capability to sneak in on anyone without any prior warning.

As humans, we face various challenges in our lives which creates a channel for us to encounter addiction or mental health problems.

In other instances, if you are a believer and your family has a strong history of being addicted to drugs or alcohol, there is a tendency for you to be addicted if care is not taken.

Sadly in the church, issues such as addiction are avoided. And if they are broached, it is often from the standpoint of prejudice.

It is important for the church to change its approach to addiction, and start sensitizing the body of Christ about the ills and dangers of addiction, and how people can be helped.

The amazing part is, there are several health providers in the church who are well knowledgeable in the aspect of addiction. These individuals can provide free health consultation for people who are addicted in the church.

Moreso, they can give free counseling to members of the church on how to avoid addiction and maintain their mental health. Having these professionals in the church would come at little or no cost when they want to contribute their quota.

The church, just like any other organization, needs to be well-informed about important health issues like addiction and mental health problems. This is one of the ways to ensure that the society we live in is saner.

When the church is fully aware of addiction and mental health problems, the rate of the aforementioned health problems will be on the decline.