A Christian Answer To Alcohol, Drug, & Substance Abuse

For The Addicted Seeking Freedom

A Christian Answer To Alcohol, Drug, & Substance Abuse

For The Addicted Seeking Freedom

BETHEL COLONY OF MERCY

We are a Bible-teaching ministry for those who are interested in a Christian approach to treating substance abuse and alcoholism. We teach the addicted that there is victory through Jesus Christ and the truths of the Bible. Our addiction treatment center offers classroom teaching, workbooks, audio tapes, personal counseling, and worship services. Bethel’s treatment center is primarily designed to produce in each person a more effective lifestyle in which he allows Jesus Christ to take control of his life to achieve victory over addictions.

SUBSTANCE ABUSE MINISTRY

Bethel Colony of Mercy is dedicated to helping men and women faced with drug and alcohol additions to overcome their struggle through Jesus Christ and the truths of the Bible.

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ABOUT BETHEL COLONY

We’re a non-profit, non-denominational, Christian ministry to those in bondage to alcohol and/or drug addiction, helping restore health, renew minds, redeem reputations, and reunited families.

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ARE YOU SAVED

Our goal is to not only help those in bondage to substances but to ensure you are given the opportunity to repent from a life of sin and find peace in eternal salvation.

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“But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness and all these
things shall be added to you.”

Matthew 6:33

BETHEL COLONY OF MERCY

BETHEL COLONY OF MERCY

Looking for a free (except for a minimal entry fee) drug and alcohol rehab with a faith-based approach using the Bible and Christian principles in counseling? Then, Bethel Colony of Mercy, located in Lenoir, North Carolina, is the place for you. With only an entry fee of $350.00, Bethel Colony is a 65-day residential program that teaches victory over sin through Jesus Christ and the Bible.

This is done through classroom teaching, audio tapes, counseling both at the Colony and online, homework, worship services, and work projects. Our program is designed to provide a vital context in which the students are encouraged to know Christ personally and to understand the practical outworking of the Word of God in meeting every need. Daily teaching, counseling, devotionals, guided personal Bible study and prayer provide the means by which these objectives are accomplished. This, combined with a disciplined schedule, healthful climate, nutritious food, and relaxing recreation, soon restores a measure of physical health and a more positive mental outlook. The students also participate in routine maintenance of the facilities, general upkeep of the grounds, and community projects. Bethel Colony’s program is primarily designed to produce in each student a more effective lifestyle in which he or she allows Jesus Christ to take control. Please read About Bethel Colony under Who We Are for more information.

Looking for a free (except for a minimal entry fee) drug and alcohol rehab with a faith-based approach using the Bible and Christian principles in counseling? Then, Bethel Colony of Mercy, located in Lenoir, North Carolina, is the place for you. With only an entry fee of $350.00, Bethel Colony is a 65-day residential program that teaches victory over sin through Jesus Christ and the Bible.

This is done through classroom teaching, audio tapes, counseling both at the Colony and online, homework, worship services, and work projects. Our program is designed to provide a vital context in which the students are encouraged to know Christ personally and to understand the practical outworking of the Word of God in meeting every need. Daily teaching, counseling, devotionals, guided personal Bible study and prayer provide the means by which these objectives are accomplished. This, combined with a disciplined schedule, healthful climate, nutritious food, and relaxing recreation, soon restores a measure of physical health and a more positive mental outlook. The students also participate in routine maintenance of the facilities, general upkeep of the grounds, and community projects. Bethel Colony’s program is primarily designed to produce in each student a more effective lifestyle in which he or she allows Jesus Christ to take control. Please read About Bethel Colony under Who We Are for more information.

TESTIMONIALS

I have personally seen the Lord use Bethel Colony of Mercy in a mighty way in the lives of so many, including myself.  As a former graduate, and now a pastor and Celebrate Recovery Ministry Leader, Bethel Colony has been a tremendous asset to our church over the past 15 years.  Sometimes a person needs more than just a Sunday morning message and a weeknight meeting.  Bethel Colony is a safe, Christ-centered ministry that I recommend to anyone needing a spiritual transformation.

Todd Howerton
Outreach Pastor
Triad Church

I can’t begin to express my gratitude for Bethel Colony of Mercy, as a Recovery Pastor, as a Dad and being in recovery for over 20 years myself it’s truly a blessing to see the life-changing impact that their program has on men and women bound by the chains of addiction. We have sent many to Bethel who have come out and used what they’ve learned to disciple others in their church and our Celebrate Recovery Program. 
My own daughter was a raging alcoholic, living a life of sin and chaos…. But God! Something beautiful happened to her up on that mountain and she is forever changed and has become the woman of God He intended her to be. She’s now helping other women in their journey.
If you or someone you love is struggling and looking for freedom, it can be found in Christ Jesus at Bethel Colony of Mercy. 

Rodney Alexander
Recovery Pastor
Catawba Heights Baptist Church

Going to Bethel changed my life in so many ways. They helped me understand the Bible and God’s word. Between the classes and personal counseling, I developed a relationship with God and he has rescued me. I developed lifetime friendships and they are always there for me. This is the only place I went for help, and it was the only place I needed. Thank you Bethel Colony.

Shannon Curtis
2020 Bethel Alumni

Debbie Pegg

T.J. graduated in January, ’22.  The chains of addiction have been broken, being at Bethel has truly changed her life around.  She is working, she volunteers helping autistic children with horse therapy, she continues to stay in the Word, she goes to church with her family, she stays in contact with friends she made at Bethel daily and they all hold each other accountable.  

Debbie Pegg
Mother of Women's Campus 22' Alumni

Anonymous

Bethel equipped me with spiritual tools to know how to be successful in life. This place has lit the spiritual fire in my soul again.  I learned who I was in Christ; more than a conqueror!

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Anonymous

The ministers are truly concerned with every student’s success.  Preachers and counselors have been in shoes that were once not walking with Christ but now are.  You cannot break the bonds of addiction without Jesus Christ.

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Anonymous

Awesome teaching, great balance of teaching, structure, and discipline.  The application of Biblical teaching to real life – character, marriage, fatherhood, etc…Only place I’ve ever been with any substance to the teachings.

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Susan Gordon

My daughter went here and it truly changed her life!! They are on fire for God!! She came home as a different person. I am so grateful to them. Since she has been back, she has helped me in my walk with Jesus.  

Mother of Women's Campus Student

Jennifer Lain

Bethel Colony of Mercy was a blessing from the Lord above. This place truly help save my life by teaching me the Word of God and how to apply it to my life.

Women's Campus / 2019 Bethel Alumni

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At Bethel Colony of Mercy, our monthly Prayer Day is always a special time. The students and staff gather in small groups to seek the Lord together, lifting up our needs, our gratitude, and the needs of others in prayer.Something beautiful happens when we pray together. As each man opens his heart before the Lord, we begin to learn a little more about one another. Hearing a brother pray often gives us a glimpse into his spirit, his struggles, his hopes, and the work God is doing in his life. It reminds us that we are not alone on this journey.Each month brings new groups and new faces, and with that comes new opportunities to build friendships and strengthen the bond we share in Christ. Through prayer, walls come down, encouragement grows, and unity is built in the name of Jesus.It’s inspiring to see men who once walked very different paths now standing shoulder to shoulder, seeking God together and lifting one another up. Moments like these help create the brotherhood that makes Bethel so special.“To God be the glory” for the work He is doing in hearts and lives here at Bethel Colony of Mercy. Matthew 18:20 (NKJV)“For where two or three are gathered together in My name, I am there in the midst of them.” ... See MoreSee Less

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What a blessing it was for the men and women of Bethel Colony of Mercy to visit Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in Morganton, NC for the very first time! From the moment we arrived, we felt the love and fellowship of a church family that truly has a heart for ministry.The service was a powerful time of worship through song, heartfelt testimonies, and sharing about what God is doing in the lives of the men and women at Bethel. Hearing how the Lord is changing hearts, restoring hope, and transforming lives never gets old. God is still in the business of redemption!After the service, the church graciously provided a wonderful meal and warm fellowship. To top it all off, they sent us home with a van full of donations of much-needed items used daily here at Bethel. We are truly grateful for their generosity, prayers, support, and love.We thank the Lord for this new relationship and look forward to many more opportunities of fellowship together. Please join us in praying for Pleasant Grove Baptist Church as they continue to be a light for Christ in their community.“Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” — Romans 15:13 (NKJV) ... See MoreSee Less

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What a wonderful week at Bethel Colony of Mercy ladies campus. Sometimes the ladies may experience a first time job of cleaning out the septic tank, getting chosen to get your hair done (thank you Courtney Hampton), or a laid back, fun chili cook-off event at Laytown Baptist Church (which we came in 1st!!!) We sincerely appreciate you all! Thank you for your generosity and support! ... See MoreSee Less

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There was a sweet spirit in the service as the men of Bethel Colony of Mercy gathered around the altar—hearts open, heads bowed, seeking the Lord together.The message challenged us to consider what it truly means to live an undistracted life. We live in a world full of noise, demands, and constant activity. Not all distractions are sinful in themselves—but when they consume our focus, they can quietly pull our eyes away from Jesus. Even good things can become weights that keep us from fully pursuing the purpose God has for us.An undistracted life is not a perfect life—it’s a surrendered one. It’s choosing daily to fix our eyes on Christ above everything else. It’s laying aside whatever competes for our attention and asking the Lord to align our hearts with His will. Around the altar, you could see men doing just that—refocusing, recommitting, and renewing their desire to follow Jesus wholeheartedly."Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith."— Hebrews 12:1–2 (NKJV)May we all strive to live lives with our eyes fixed on Him, undistracted and fully devoted to the calling He has placed before us. ... See MoreSee Less

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There are moments at Bethel Colony of Mercy that are both joyful and tender at the same time. This is one of them.Today our men gathered around a brother who is graduating and stepping back out into the world with a new life in Christ. While they’re here, they don’t just share classes and chores — they share testimonies, struggles, prayers, late-night talks, and the daily work of surrendering to Jesus. They become family.So when one leaves, it’s never easy. There are hugs, tears, and heartfelt prayers. The bonds formed here run deep. But even in the bittersweet goodbyes, there is great joy. We are thankful to see this brother ready to move forward — not the same man who walked in, but a new creation, grounded in God’s Word and committed to walking with Christ.We don’t say goodbye — we say, “Go live what God has begun in you.”Please join us in praying for him as he steps into this next chapter. May he walk boldly, stay rooted in truth, and remember he will always have brothers here who love him and are cheering him on. Philippians 1:6 (NKJV)“being confident of this very thing, that He who has begun a good work in you will complete it until the day of Jesus Christ.” ... See MoreSee Less

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