When life presents us with challenges, many of us turn to faith for guidance. Dennis Quaid, the acclaimed actor and musician, is no exception. At 69 years old, Quaid reflects on his journey through addiction and the role that faith played in his recovery.
Quaid’s struggles with addiction began after a successful start to his career. The fame and the pressures that came along with it took a toll on him. Eventually, he found himself in a dark place, leading him to check into rehab, which he humorously refers to as “cocaine school.” But it was a pivotal moment at home that made him realize he needed to make a change.
“I remember going home and having a kind of white light experience,” Quaid shares. “I saw myself either dead or in jail or losing everything I had, and I didn’t want that.” This realization made him realize that he needed something more to fill the void within him.
For Quaid, that something was faith. He wrote a song for his mother as a way to reassure her that he was okay, and it was through this creative expression that he started to find solace. He began reading religious texts like the Bible and the Quran, seeking spiritual enlightenment.
“That’s when I started developing a personal relationship,” Quaid explains. “Before that, I didn’t have one, even though I grew up as a Christian.” His newfound faith became a cornerstone of his life, providing him with the strength and purpose he needed to reclaim his happiness.
Today, Quaid continues his journey with faith by his side. He maintains a personal relationship with God that goes beyond any religious label. In fact, he is releasing a new album called Fallen: A Gospel Record For Sinners, which dives into his personal experiences and reflections.
“All of us have a relationship with God, whether you’re a Christian or not,” Quaid asserts. He believes that we all seek the joy of life, and sometimes, substances like drugs and alcohol may temporarily fill that void. However, they eventually lead to more problems and rob us of true happiness. Quaid reminds us that our true gift is the relationship we have with God, and that is where the real joy of being alive resides.
