I was a very controlling and judgmental person, but I have come to realize we are all sinners and fall short. Being here with other people who have made themselves vulnerable and not judging each other, has helped me to make myself more open and vulnerable. Through that I have found much peace and freedom. (Client chooses remain anonymous)
Operation 6:12 is more than a rehab, we are more like a family. Everyone is very accepting and loving. They don’t judge anyone, they love you through it. Since I have been at 6:12 I have grown so much spiritually and healed emotionally from things in my past. I have also learned how to be a productive member of society again - from working at the factory to just simple house work. (Amanda)
Through God Operation 6:12 has saved my life. (Devin)
I came to 6:12 with my 3 daughters and I’m pregnant. It was very hard for me to let my daughters go stay at a nanny family, but the whole system is ideal and very healing. My nanny family is amazing and was the perfect fit for my children. I get to see them regularly, and they are happy. My encouragement to anyone scared, trying to make sense in life is to give Operation 6:12 a try. (Lizzie)
When I came to Operation 6:12 I had a lot of anger problems. After I was here for a few months they helped me realize that I had a lot of other things to work on. I’ve been here now for 3 months and they have helped me a lot. It’s an amazing program and I feel blessed to be here. (Allen)
I’ve been to rehab before - AA, therapy, inpatient… But this place is different. I felt God the moment I got here. After a couple of days I realized God does love me and forgives me or He wouldn’t have brought me here. This place is so much more than a rehab. It’s teaching me how to live in a family, how to function again after years of isolation and addiction, how to start taking care of myself and be a productive adult. (Michelle)
My perception was deception,
Life had me blindfolded,
I wanna heal, but scared of what’s next -
Only time will show.
I never knew where I could begin
Day to day, stuck living
Sin to sin.
Now the veil lifted
My life renewed.
Distortion’s pain sifted
It’s all thanks to you. (Josh)
I have found a home in 6:12; strange, chaotic, tear filled, laughter infected home. I came with my own intentions and my one pre-conceived notions and plans. Jesus chuckled saying “Your plans are cute”. I have been here for three months now, and already I can tell my life has been drastically changed. “Renewal of the mind”. It’s a verse we hear and are familiar with, but it’s not one I’ve ever truly understood until now that is. I am learning so many things about myself and about God. The very foundations of my life have been rocked during my time here. God is slowly, gently pulling down my walls, cutting out my shame and filling the gaps with wisdom, peace, and love. He is showing me that a lukewarm life in Him is not for me, that I am called to live a glorious life in Him and for Him. A life that does not put God first, but instead resolves entirely around Him. My framework has been shaken, my values uprooted. What is being planted in its place is a tree of life, and it’s roots are deep. (Celia)
I came to Operation 6:12 to overcome an addiction. God has been trying to get my attention many times in the past years. Here I am learning to combat my shame and fear of rejection which had been a part of me all my life. I am also learning to check the motive of my actions, notice and feel the feelings I am currently feeling and why. We talk and share about our pain and struggles amongst our tight and close knit brotherhood here and help each other grow. The diversity of the Bible study topics, speakers and getting a wonderful relationship with God are all an important aspect of my recovery. Here we know everything is from God and for God, and we seek to honor God in everything. (Client chooses remain anonymous)
I had a lot of behaviour patterns of codependency when I came. Living and working with my 6:12 family and people at the factory helped me recognize these patterns and break them. God has helped me find true freedom. It doesn’t matter where we’ve been or what we’ve done. All we need is complete honesty and willingness to do what it takes. (Martha)
From Operation 6:12 I have experienced that which only God could provide. True healing and a continuing relationship with the Father and Son and Spirit. (David)
Coming to Operation 6:12 is the single greatest decision I have made in my life. Through the compassion, teaching, and loving correction of the staff I now have hope for a brighter future than I ever thought possible. I am learning how to live and work in society not with my own strength but in Christ. (Sharlene)
I wanted to leave 2 days after arriving at 6:12. I came to try to fix my addiction, but once I got comfortable I began to realize that 6:12 cares about you and there are a lot of people here to relate to and talk to about anything without judgment. 6:12 has opened my eyes and has shown me to forgive. 6:12 helps you through your problems and gives you a chance at a new beginning. I don’t want to leave 6:12. 7 months is not long enough. (Client chooses remain
anonymous)
I was welcomed into the 6:12 family with open arms. I soon learned it’s a place of love and accepting people for who they are and not for what they have done. I’m not always the best at receiving such love, but I am learning. The Bible studies and group sessions are always very beneficial. The leaders believe in me when I have a hard time believing in myself. (Christine)
I’m thankful that God has freed me from my addiction, from my messed up thinking, and for walking with me every step of the way. I’m thankful for Operation 6:12. A powerful place that God has used to heal a person like me. (Kevin)
Five months in - Hard work, tough times, but I have experienced a wonderful relationship with God. All glory, praise and honor to Him. (Client chooses remain anonymous)
I see someone come here and you see them change from struggling and unhappy to this beautiful person. There is nothing more precious than that. After all these years I can now get up in the morning and using is not the first thing on my mind. If help is what you are looking for, it can be found here at 6:12. (Nate)
I found out that being free from shame of sexual bondage brings freedom and it has helped me restore relationships that I never had before. It has helped me to surrender and to be broken before God. I will never forget 6:12 for the rest of my life. (Client chooses remain anonymous)
Operation 6:12 has been my saving grace. I don’t know where I would be without my family here. When I think about it I would probably be dead. I was lost and hopeless. When I looked in the mirror I saw only a failure. It has only been a short time for me here in this program and I am already seeing changes. The days are brighter and the nights not so lonely. I have found the hope I so desperately needed and I can only credit God for that. I am part of a brotherhood that only wants my success. I have a long journey ahead of me and my limits will be pushed, but I will not fail. (Client chooses remain anonymous)
When I came to 6:12 they welcomed me as a brother. I have received a lot of help in learning to trust God and help to forgive those who misused me. It is a good place if one is willing to accept help. (Toby)
6:12 is a strong faith-based operation with leadership that has experience in a lot of today’s issues. It shows in the way they care about each individual and their struggles. Whatever it is. (Client chooses remain anonymous)
If I didn’t find 6:12 I probably wouldn’t be alive or I’d be in jail. The church here is awesome and the morning Bible studies are the best way to start off a new day. I just wish I would’ve found 6:12 sooner. (Alvin)
The morning I got to 6:12 I was greeted by all these men that had amazing hearts and smiling faces. I could feel the love. I hold onto the family I have at 6:12 and the love they share with me. I owe everything to the Lord above. Thank God He saw fit to save a lost soul like me. (Andrew)