#65 - Law Enforcement and Addiction (Mike Petri and Dr. Shaw)

What this episode covers

A discussion between Biblical Counselor for Grace Fellowship Church, and Law Enforcement Officer Mike Petri and Dr. Mark E. Shaw of The Addiction Connection. The relationship between law enforcement and addiction (aka Alcohol Use Disorders and Substance Use Disorders) issues is the topic of their discussion. Learn about Mike's role as a Police Chaplain as well. Introduction: Reading of Romans 13 2:22 Unwillingness to come under authority - spiritual and earthly 3:39 Law enforcement interacting with someone under the influence and the idea of sobering centers and jail 5:07 Frustration level of veteran officers and the different thinking of new officers 6:48 What is "for your good" regarding law enforcement in your life? 8:05 Similarities to biblical counseling and God's patience with us and our sin and our need for grace, mercy, and justice 8:56 How can we pray for our local law enforcement officers? 13:57 How we fulfill our role, our identity, and what we do for employment interact. 15:21 Mike's role as a Police Chaplain not just for the civilians but also for the police officers 17:57 What does Romans 13 say about perfect authority? 18:53 How can we as citizens interact with police officers? 19:52 Romans 13:5 "for the sake of conscience" 20:39 What is the hope of the Gospel for the heart of addiction?

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