7 Things that Cause Us to Fall: Practical Biblical Guide for Relapse Prevention

Why do so many recovering addicts relapse, even after months or years of sobriety? What hidden triggers threaten recovery, and how can they be overcome before they lead to a fall?

Drawing from more than 34 years of personal sobriety and recovery, Eugene Peterson, Jr. identifies seven common causes that lead recovering addicts back into destructive behaviors. Having experienced firsthand the devastating effects of alcohol and crack cocaine addiction, Peterson combines practical insight with biblical truth to help readers recognize and avoid the pitfalls that can sabotage long-term recovery.

Through clear teaching, real-life application, and scriptural guidance, he explains how these relapse triggers develop, why they are so dangerous, and what individuals can do to guard against them. Peterson emphasizes that addiction is not merely a substance problem but a deeper issue involving attitudes, behaviors, and patterns of thinking that must be addressed for lasting freedom to occur.

Whether struggling with alcohol, drugs, pornography, food, or other compulsive behaviors, readers will discover biblical principles that strengthen recovery, build spiritual resilience, and promote a life of continued victory. Practical, encouraging, and rooted in God’s Word, this book serves as a valuable resource for recovering addicts, family members, counselors, pastors, and anyone seeking to understand the causes of relapse and the pathway to lasting sobriety.