From the age of 16, I abused alcohol and drugs and my life was completely dysfunctional. I struggled with sobriety and lived in constant fear. My addiction destroyed all my relationships. I was spiritually dead and I had no hope for a future. I always knew I needed help, but my pride kept me from reaching out. I was tired of hurting those I loved. When I came to Refuge on the Ridge, I had a fear that I might never get well.

But after seeing the men who had went through this program still sober and completely transformed, I became hopeful. I wanted to get sober, but I received so much more at Refuge on the Ridge. I was shown what it looked like to be a true man of God. I now have acceptance through Jesus Christ, what I'd always been missing. My life was forever changed the moment I had revelation of true acceptance and today because of God's grace and Refuge on the Ridge, I am free. 

Keith Hamilton - 2026 Graduate