#009 One Man’s Story of War Trauma, Addiction, and God’s Rescue | John Williamson

He flatlined in combat. Battled addiction. Survived a stroke. And planned his suicide—until God intervened.In this jaw-dropping episode of Living on Incline, host John Eklund sits down with Army veteran John Williamson, whose story of resilience, trauma, and redemption will leave you speechless. From surviving a devastating tank accident in Iraq to wrestling with addiction and mental health back home, John’s journey proves that even when life breaks your body—your soul can still rise.You’ll hear about his near-death experience, years of opioid dependency, the tragic loss of his fiancée, and the powerful moment in a church lobby when a simple trash can became a turning point for his life.Now paralyzed on his left side but fully alive in purpose, John is helping others through Recovery Alive—and his story is a testament that God’s not done with you, even when you’ve given up on yourself.⏱️ Chapters / Timestamps:0:00 – John’s near-death story in Iraq2:00 – From overdose survivor to suicide plan4:30 – The moment in church that saved his life8:00 – Bullying, trauma, and growing up with insecurity10:00 – Why he joined the military14:00 – Sent to Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom17:30 – The tank accident that paralyzed him23:00 – Flatlining for 3-5 minutes and coming back26:00 – Legal addiction to opioids and pain pills29:00 – Losing his fiancée to Ambien-related crash32:00 – Alcohol, darkness, and hitting bottom36:00 – Surviving a stroke in 202240:00 – His mother’s love and constant support44:00 – The church that welcomed him back46:00 – How Recovery Alive gave him strength and purpose48:00 – Helping others quit drugs and alcohol51:00 – One final message to those struggling with suicidal thoughts Listen & Subscribe:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/living-on-incline/id1828304603Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/78HwNrRWZHGAHL8Zv90nO0?si=e4b5d032e9214debYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZdyfS2K4OE4WFJRWSuAgsQRSS Feed: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2521959.rssWebsite: https://www.livingonincline.comSponsored by Recovery AliveRecovery Alive is a Christ-centered recovery movement helping people rebuild their lives, restore relationships, and renew their faith.🌐 Website: https://www.recoveryalive.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/recoveryaliveinc/📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/recoveryaliveinc🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@recoveryalive#LivingOnIncline #RecoveryAlive #VeteranTestimony #SuicideSurvivor #CombatSurvivor #AddictionRecovery #JohnWilliamson #VeteranMentalHealth #OvercomingTrauma #ChristianPodcast #HopeAfterWar #FaithAndRecovery #PTSDRecovery #FromBrokenToHealingSend us Fan Mail