The Importance of Faith in the Teen Rehab Process

For many, faith in God is a source of strength, hope, and perseverance. Whether it gives us the wisdom to tactfully bandage a relational wound or to finally face a deep personal scar, faith in our sovereign, loving Father is sometimes the only thing we have to keep us going.

Teen rehab is not easy. Here at Ozarks Teen Challenge, we disciple teens struggling with all kinds of addiction and behavioral issues, such as pornography, drug addiction, a severe lack of respect for authority, and low self-esteem. We have seen the impact a newfound or restored faith has had on these boys, and all of our leadership staff have experienced it for themselves. Faith is what makes new life – and recovery – a possibility for all.

Teen Rehab at Ozarks Teen Challenge: The Integration of Faith

If you are unfamiliar with the teen rehab program at Ozarks Teen Challenge, it’s natural to wonder how things work here, and we’re happy to explain! OTC is unlike your average drug treatment or behavioral therapy program in that it integrates an ongoing, personal relationship with Jesus into every aspect of recovery.

We encourage each boy that walks through these doors to take the time to learn about the Lord and cultivate a personal, life-changing relationship with Jesus Christ. This process is different for each and every individual, but our simple five-phase system for teen rehab helps guide the process.

The OTC 5 Phase System for Teen Rehab Includes:

• Finding Personal Value
• Building Relationships
• Servant Leadership
• Changing Culture
• Transitioning Home

All five of these steps are deeply rooted in the Christian faith and are reaffirmed with a daily schedule that includes quiet times, group devotions, valuable mentorship relationships, team activities, and a biblically-based education.

Just as we mentioned above, the recovery process will look different for each boy that comes into our teen rehab program. Many OTC students have questions about faith, what it looks like to live it out, how they can continue living in truth even after they leave Ozarks Teen Challenge, and how to encourage their peers in their faith and ongoing recovery.

These issues (and more) will be addressed by spiritually mature leaders, many of whom have struggled with addiction themselves, and come out victorious because they chose to surrender their lives to Jesus Christ.

Teen rehab at our faith-based boy’s boarding school is rooted in the values and principles of the fundamental transformation that comes with new life in Jesus. The complete healing of the mind and heart, through faith, is integral in a change that will last a lifetime.

If you have questions about the integration of faith in teen rehab at Ozarks Teen Challenge, or you’re just curious about what we believe, contact us today by filling out our online contact form or calling our office. We can’t wait to hear from you!