The Transformation of Rodney Peck
This is a very sad story of a young boy that was adopted. Sad? Because he really wanted to know who is mom was and why she gave him up. But as you read on, you will see what truly healed his heart. We have a saying here at Shekinah, “ you are to stay with us for life” Well Rodney will do just that. He has found a new home, with a huge family of brothers and sisters. He is part of our forever family. Please be sure to leave him some encouraging words.
WHEN WAS THE FIRST TIME YOUR LIFE WAS SPINNING OUT OF CONTROL?
When I was around 9 years old. I was told, by a class mate, that I was adopted. I was very hurt that I found out that way. I felt betrayed my my adopted parents for not talking to me about it. It has always been on my mind, “Why did my mom give me up?” so in order to cope, I did drugs and drinking at a very young age to make those feeling of loneness go away. So at the age of 14, I was fully into drugs and alcohol. I did things that I regret that I can’t ever take back.
WHEN WAS THE FIRST TIME YOU FELT YOU NEEDED TO REACH OUT FOR HELP?
Since the age of 21 , I reached out about 25 times for help of my additions. But didn’t get anywhere. It would work for a time, and then I would get back into it. When I went into prison for the first time, I realized that my life was out of control. But when I came out of prison, I would go right back into my addictions.
AFTER 25 TIMES OF REHAB, WHY IS IT DIFFERENT NOW FOR THE FIRST TIME?
Since I have come to Shekinah Go, I have enjoyed the programs in the mornings. The 12 Step also has helped me with the deep hurt of not knowing who my real mother is. I also have accepted Christ in my heart for the first time. I have complete peace. I get up in the wee hours of the morning and down on my knees I go to pray. Then, I go get myself a coffee, and I read my bible. This has brought me much joy. I solely depend on Him to get through life on a daily basis through the good times and the bad. I know He is always there. Jesus is my life line.