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Nov. 14, 2023

Holy Recovery Podcast: Conquering Addiction with the Word of God

Feeling the weight of addiction can seem like an endless battle, but it doesn't have to be that way. Whether you're a recovery veteran, just starting out, or desperately trying to break the chains binding you, welcome. You're...

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Nov. 15, 2023

Embracing Jesus' Peace: The Power of a Shared Yoke in Sobriety | Matt…

Are you feeling the weight of the world on your shoulders, carrying burdens that seem too heavy to bear? What if I told you there's a way to find rest for your weary soul in the comforting embrace of Jesus? …

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Nov. 16, 2023

A Refuge in the Storm: The Promise of Psalm 91:2-4

Have you ever felt the overwhelming weight of life's struggles pulling you down? Imagine finding a refuge, a safe haven where those burdens melt away. Today we talk about Psalm 91:2-4 and explore the profound promises of prot...

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Nov. 17, 2023

Unchaining Fear: The Power of Prayer in Recovery | Psalm 34:4-8

Are you ensnared by fear, stifled by shame, and seeking refuge? God is ever-present and available to us if we just stop to pray. Together, we'll explore Psalm 34:4-8 and discover how turning to God in our lowest moments not …

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Nov. 18, 2023

God Recovered Me From Addiction: Susanne's Story

Today I tell my personal story of a two-decade long battle with addiction and how God recovered me. If you've struggled with substance abuse, leaving you devastated from its devastating impacts, you're not alone. I've been th...

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Nov. 20, 2023

Is Addiction Your Idol? | Putting God Back Where He Belongs

Today we talk about idols. Has your addiction, your drug of choice, become your idol? There was a time that my 'thing', my addiction had become an idol in my life - an entity that commanded my thoughts, actions, and …

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Nov. 22, 2023

The Power of Praise Will Change Your Life

Praise transform our lives, opening our hearts to healing and deepening our relationship with our Heavenly Father. Today I highlight some of my favorite bible verses about praise including the one used by almost every high sc...

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Nov. 23, 2023

Happy Thanksgiving: Living a Sober Life Full of Gratitude

Happy Thanksgiving! Today I share a few verses of thanksgiving that I love and a few tips to make it through the day sober and happy. Days like today can be hard in early recovery. Have a plan! Thank you …

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Nov. 24, 2023

Ready to Surrender? Trusting in God's Protective Wings

Can you imagine a fortress of unwavering protection, a refuge that provides solace in the most uncertain times? That’s the power of choosing God as our dwelling place, a profound message explored in Psalm 91, verses 9-14. In ...

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Nov. 27, 2023

Battling Temptation in Recovery: What Did Jesus Do?

Temptation is one of the biggest stumbling blocks we face on our road to recovery. What does the Bible say about temptation and how do I use that to keep me strong on my own journey? Trust me, victory over …

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Nov. 29, 2023

Break Free from Fear: Harnessing God’s Strength in Our Recovery

Feeling the icy grip of fear? God tells us not to fear 365 times in the bible. Today I'm talking about what fear is and what the Bible says about it. What do we do when we're afraid? What does …

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Dec. 1, 2023

Surrendering to the Holy Spirit: A Journey from Addiction to Healing …

Do you know the profound transformation the Holy Spirit can breathe into your life when you truly surrender to its guidance? It's amazing what the Spirit will do in our lives if we let Him. Listen along as I share …

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Dec. 4, 2023

Rescued Out of the Pit of Addiction: Finding Hope and Recovery in Psa…

Do you ever feel like you're stuck in the pit of despair, with addiction holding you captive and no hope of escaping? You're not alone. I did too. Today I share Psalm 40. These verses were my hope when I …

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Dec. 6, 2023

Our Greatest Enemy in Recovery and Why I Don't Call Myself an Addict

Today, I'm talking about our greatest enemy in recovery, how we battle it, and why I refuse to call myself an addict. I've been walking the path of sobriety for several years now, but I understand the ever-present dangers tha...

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Dec. 13, 2023

King David's Temptation & What We Can Learn From Him | 2 Samuel 11

Ready to get swept up in a tale of triumph, temptation, and resilience? Today I explore the story of King David's life - his fall from grace with the temptation of Bathsheba, his desperate attempts to cover up his sins, …

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Dec. 20, 2023

Even King Solomon Knew Drinking Is Bad and Sobriety is Good: Proverbs…

Even the wisest man to ever live knew that drinking alcohol was bad and that sobriety was good. He lays it out very clearly in Proverbs 23. Addiction sneaks up on us and ruins our lives. Listen in as I …

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Dec. 27, 2023

The Parable of the Prodigal Son: Come Home To God

Are you a prodigal? A lost sheep? I was. I still am in so many ways. Join me today as I talk about the parable of the Prodigal Son and three big takeaways for our sobriety. God longs to have …

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Jan. 3, 2024

God Has Good Plans For You. Believe it. | Isaiah 43 & Jeremiah 29

When life is hard and the road seems endless, it can be hard to believe that God is working on our behalf or that He has plans for us that are good and happy. But He is and He does. …

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Jan. 10, 2024

What To Do If You're Trapped Inside a Fish or an Addiction

Remember Jonah? The guy who was stuck in a fish for three days and three nights? Do you remember how he got out? Today I'm looking at Jonah, how he escaped the belly of a fish and how we can …

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Jan. 17, 2024

Do I Have a Drinking Problem? The Quiz I Took To Find Out and What Ha…

Do you have a drinking problem? Or a problem with any substance or behavior? I asked myself this question years ago and found a quiz to help me find out. Today I talk about my responses and what happened next. …

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Jan. 24, 2024

The Secret To Healing Your Addiction (and every other problem)

Do you want to be free of your addiction? I sure did. Today I tell the story of Bartimaeus, a blind beggar, who Jesus heals in Mark 10: 46-52. What can we learn from this story being healed? Does it …

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Jan. 31, 2024

How to Resist The Devil and Temptation in Addiction: James 4

For those of us in recovery (or still trying to get there), temptation is an ever-present obstacle. How do we fight it? How do we live a life free of it? James 4: 7-10 gives us a roadmap and two …

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