Recent release "I'm Still Here: A Glimpse into My Life as a Drug Addict and My Journey Back through Christ" from Page Publishing author Tracy Peay is a deeply personal reflection on the dark and deadly scourge of drug addiction on his large Utah family. Several of his seven siblings, as well as his nephew lost their lives as a result of substance abuse, and others' lives are still marked by severe health challenges and incarceration. Tracy's own poignant story of recovery and devotion to his faith is an inspiring testament not only to his strength but also to the grace of those who extended their hands to help him when he needed it most.
NEW YORK, Sept. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Tracy Peay, a survivor born into a family of eight in a small town in northern Utah, has completed his new book "I'm Still Here: A Glimpse into My Life as a Drug Addict and My Journey Back through Christ": a heart-wrenching autobiography about a family devastated by intractable addiction and the author's own path toward healing and recovery.
The author shares, "This author has been through the valley of the shadow of death. When I chose to use illegal drugs, I lost. I lost my whole family to drugs, except for my dad. I lost my jobs, my marriages, my children; I lost two brothers (from drug overdoses and alcohol poisoning), and my mom died of transverse myelitis all within a six-month period. I lost a nephew a few years later (from a drug overdose).
When you choose illegal drugs, you choose death—death of body and spirit. Your life will look like a battlefield with bodies of your friends and family strewn about. I lost my dignity and self-respect and nearly my own life many times. I thought the only answer to every problem was suicide. If I got arrested, I took pills to try to overdose; if I had a conflict with anyone, I tried to kill myself. Even if I had a toothache, I tried to slit my wrists. I did die several times but was revived. I ran from the law, was arrested, and spent time in jail several times. I lost my apartments and became homeless.
You would think God was not with me during these dark times, but He was. I called on Him many times through prayer, and He was always there. Satan was with me also, and I felt shear evil when I saw Satan face-to-face once. But I also felt unspeakable joy when I saw Jesus Christ face-to-face. It was a hard journey to find Christ, but I read my scriptures, studied, and prayed. Remember, "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me" (Philippians 4:13). And know that you are a "child of God"—a child of a King—and you have royal blood running through your veins. The worth of your soul is great. Jesus Christ is your shepherd, and He goes after lost sheep and brings them back to His fold. He may not come in person to save you, but He will send someone, as he did for me. Nathan, working with the bishop of our church, was the man (my personal angel) who took me off the streets when I was homeless. I will ever be grateful.
I believe 'I'm Still Here' because Christ wants me to teach others what I have learned about the destruction that comes to you when you make drugs the center part of your life instead of Christ. I can tell you that the only way back from addiction to drugs is through Jesus Christ."
Published by Page Publishing, Tracy Peay's engrossing book is an inspiring true story of perseverance, hope, and faith throughout an extraordinary life journey.
The author's wish is that his book be used for good. He would like every parent, grandparent, and spouse to have his book in their bookcase to hand out to anyone who is considering doing illegal drugs or wants to come back from addiction. Young kids are making their choice to use drugs and alcohol as young as 9 years old – the age that the author was introduced to drugs. He would like his book to go into jails and prisons and to be used by counselors and in 12-Step programs.
Readers who wish to experience this engaging work can purchase "I'm Still Here: A Glimpse into My Life as a Drug Addict and My Journey Back through Christ" at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iTunes Store, Amazon, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.
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