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Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some answers to frequently asked questions relating to the Freedom From Addiction Program at Christian Families Today. If your particular question is not addressed below, please contact us.
Q: How long does ADT last?
The length of each part differs from the others. Here is a summary of each part:
ADT I – 21 Weeks
ADT II – 8 Weeks
ADT III – 13 Weeks
ADT IV – 13 Weeks
ADT V – Individually Paced
Q: On what evening does the ADT meet?
Our weekly program meets on Tuesday evenings.
Q: What is the length of an evening session?
Our evening ADT class meets from 6:00pm to 9:30pm.
Q: What are the expectations for attendance?
Students in the ADT I, II, III, IV and V programs are expected to attend all sessions. Each session is built upon another and every session is crucial to understanding the concepts and discipleship. If it is not possible to attend a session or if one is going to be late for a session, we ask that the student call the office or contact the Training Director. Also note that some classes are requirements for Network 220 certificates. If student misses a required class, he/she must make an arrangement with their Staff Equipper to make up these classes.
Q: How are the classes conducted?
The ADT training philosophy is to concentrate on personal growth in Christ. The Exchanged Life or identification truths in Christ are taught in a class framework within a safe environment that encourages group discussion and personal application. Care is taken in maintaining a balance between learning, dialogue, and personal growth. We believe that it is necessary to integrate scripture work and reading into one’s own thoughts, beliefs and actions. One may also need to work through some issues in his or her life as the training classes progress.
It should be noted that much of the learning occurs at CFT incidentally; that is, through interacting with the staff, fellow students, and participation during “check-out” time. Trainees will not be monitored as in a “school”, although there are definite expectations. No one will be looking over the student’s shoulder to ensure that he or she completes his or her work. In Christ, the student has the necessary grace sufficient to carry out this learning and training program.
Q: What is the cost of the ADT?
For ADT pricing, please download the latest syllabus from the registration page here.
Q: Do you have any scholarships available?
We do not have any set scholarships. From time to time, donors will contribute money to help scholarship a student who desires to attend the ADT.
Because we desire everyone to be able to go through our training, we are extremely flexible with our payment options. If needed, you can pay in monthly installments. In the past, we have also helped students raise scholarship support from family, friends, church and others who desire to invest in the student and the work God is doing in his/her life. We also offer a few opportunities to volunteer around our offices to cover the costs of the program. If you cannot afford to pay the cost upfront, please do not let finances keep you from attending. Talk with the Training Director and see is we can find something that will work for you.
Q: Do the classes have to be taken in order?
The five parts are designed to be completed in order. Each new class builds on the content from previous classes.
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Testimonies From Previous ADT Participants
“Jesus said, ‘You shall know the truth and the truth shall set you free’ and freedom in Christ took on new meaning when I completed the ADT through Christian Families Today. If you want to truly experience the life of Christ in your daily walk and if you long to live out of your true identity in Christ, immerse yourself in discipleship training through CFT. You’ll never be the same again and you’ll be forever grateful.”
“The Lord has done so much in my life these past few months, and I feel like the truths I learned in class have really “clicked” or a least are becoming more real in my life every day. I constantly find myself noticing lies from the enemy and rights I have held on to that need to be surrendered. It was such an incredible blessing to be able to go through the class and learn what I did at 22 years old. My life has truly been changed by the Truth. I am overflowing with the joy of the Lord! Thank you for the time, love, prayer, and devotionals. I am so grateful for each of you and just wanted you to know that understanding Christ as my life has changed me remarkably!”
“My ADT experience is like no other experience in my life of close to fifty years. When God is allowed to be God in us and in others is when we witness real miracles. At Christians Families Today the Holy Spirit is invited to come and remain, to minister in and through all He pleases. Bathed in prayer this ministry reaches out to touch God’s creation and lives are changed.”
“It’s hard to briefly sum up what my experience in the ADT has meant to my life but if I could, it would be one word – FREEDOM! I have come to grow in, rest in, and understand the freedom that is mine in Christ!”
“The ministry of Christian Families Today has truly brought to light in my life that God has a plan and my life can be lived with passion and enthusiasm. Life in Christ is a beautiful journey.”
“My reflections on ADT now…..3 years later…..is still…A HUGE INCREDIBLE AWESOME… WOW!!! I AM FOREVER GRATEFUL!!!!”
“Through the ADT, God helped me open up more and reminded me that my worth doesn’t come from how well I do or don’t do.”
“ADT was an instrument of God in my life. He used the dedicated, wonderful, genuine, rock-solid, spirit-filled CFT staff to take me through all the weeks and months of this powerful teaching. I am still being changed from glory to glory as I allow Christ to live His life in me….and through me.”
“ADT was the most intense in-depth Bible study I have ever experienced, and I loved it!!! I loved it when I was tired and I loved it when I was confused and I loved it even when I was completely overwhelmed!!!”
“ADT for me has been a wonderful journey of discovery. I have discovered my true identity in Christ. God bless this ministry mightily!!!”
“ADT is an experience I would recommend to anyone. It has been the beginning of a wonderful growing journey that has at times been painful, but a ‘good hurt'”.