63. Loved to Pieces (w/ Heather Angles)

In this moving episode of 'Jesus Loves Addicts,' we dive into Heather Engels' powerful story of overcoming addiction and finding redemption through faith. Heather, now 42, shares her journey from a chaotic childhood filled with strict religious expectations and turbulent family dynamics to a life of addiction that spanned over 15 years. Heather recounts her experiences growing up with an abusive father and a struggling mother, navigating the instability between different households, and the early seeds of faith planted by her grandmother. She reflects on relationships marred by substance abuse and the search for love in the wrong places, all while striving for perfection and grappling with shame. The episode delves into Heather's turning point and journey to sobriety, highlighting her time at the Home of Grace, a faith-based recovery program. Heather shares how the power of community and faith brought her healing and led her to a loving family and a supportive church community in Pascagoula, Mississippi. Join us as Heather courageously shares her story of transformation, the challenges of recovery, and how Christ overcame her weaknesses, offering hope and encouragement to those battling addiction.