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The Dunamis Effect
When Your Higher Power is Jesus
Explore how God's transformative power can fuel your recovery. The Dunamis Effect provides a powerful, faith-based roadmap that aligns deeply with your personal recovery journey.
“Whether you’re looking for spiritual renewal, a fresh perspective on God’s power, or simply an inspiring read, The Dunamis Effect delivers. It’s a must-read for anyone serious about moving from the bondage of addiction and stepping into their God-given destiny. Highly recommended!” - Craig B., Amazon Reviewer
Available in Paperback ($19.95), Hardcover ($24.95), Kindle eBook ($9.95) and FREE for Kindle Unlimited subscribers.
Should Churches Send People to AA? (A Pastor's Dilemma)
In this short video, physician and recovery leader Dr. Don Middleton shares from his own recovery journey and the challenge of finding a church-based recovery group—raising an important question for today’s church.
You’ll learn why addiction recovery is ultimately a discipleship issue and how churches can begin creating Christ-centered recovery ministries within their own congregations.
At The Dunamis Initiative, we create Christian addiction recovery resources that help individuals and churches experience lasting freedom through the transforming power of Christ.
We provide faith-based 12 Step recovery tools—books, small group materials, and support—for individuals in recovery and churches launching groups. Our mission is to restore lives and strengthen communities—one story at a time. Whether you’re navigating your own recovery, supporting a loved one, or starting a ministry in your church, you’re not alone.
The Dunamis Initiative offers a proven path to healing—rooted in Scripture, powered by the 12 Steps, and sustained by community. Explore our resources, join the movement, and discover what’s possible when recovery meets revival.
STEPPING INTO POWER SERIES
A Christ-centered walk through the 12 Steps—explored one step at a time.
The 12 Steps aren’t about shame. They’re about freedom.
Stepping Into Power is a faith-based 12-step recovery series that explores one step each month through short videos, guided reflection, and resources rooted in recovery wisdom and spiritual truth.
Available Video Content:
Series Intro: Faith-Based Recovery Through the 12 Steps
NEW: Step 4: Courage
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MEET OUR FOUNDER
Hi, I'm Don M., a Family Practice/Addiction Medicine physician, a follower of Jesus, and the founder and CEO of the Dunamis Initiative.
I also enjoy long term sobriety.
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Discover the Christian meaning behind the Serenity Prayer and its power in recovery.
Naaman the Leper and Addiction Recovery
What does the story of Naaman teach about addiction recovery?
The story of Naaman the Leper in 2 Kings 5 shows that healing begins with humility and surrender. Like many people struggling with addiction, Naaman first resisted a simple solution because of pride. When he humbled himself and followed God’s instruction, he experienced both physical healing and spiritual transformation.
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Explore Christian addiction recovery resources that support your healing, strengthen your faith, and equip churches to launch sustainable recovery ministries.
Together we can bring hope—Christ-centered 12 Step recovery for you, your loved ones, and your church.
The Dunamis Initiative is a fiscally sponsored project of Partners In Action, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
All donations are tax-deductible through our sponsor.