‘I quit drugs after 17 years without experiencing withdrawal symptoms’ – Pastor Timothy Bentum
Pastor Timothy Bentum has recounted how he overcame a 17-year struggle with drug use, claiming he did not experience any withdrawal symptoms when he finally quit. The pastor said his experience was unusual, particularly because previous attempts to stop using drugs had failed and left him battling severe withdrawal symptoms, including fever. Speaking during an […]
Pastor Timothy Bentum has shared his remarkable story of overcoming a 17-year drug addiction without experiencing withdrawal symptoms. This unusual experience was particularly surprising, as previous attempts to quit had left him battling severe symptoms, including fever. In an interview on Joy Prime, the pastor acknowledged that mental health experts and psychoanalysts had warned him that it was highly unlikely to quit drugs after 17 years without facing withdrawal.
Despite their warnings, Pastor Bentum attributed his success to unwavering faith and prayer. He explained that after realizing his addiction was too strong to overcome alone, he turned to God for help, emphasizing the importance of divine intervention in his recovery. The pastor's religious background, with both parents being pastors, played a significant role in his decision to seek spiritual guidance.
He recounted how his prayers led him to a remarkable recovery, describing it as a testament to the power of faith. Pastor Bentum also urged those struggling with addiction not to lose hope, stressing the importance of seeking help and having an accountability partner to support them throughout the recovery journey. He maintained that while his experience was exceptional, it serves as a powerful reminder of the potential for recovery, encouraging everyone to seek divine help when battling substance use.
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