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EPISODE · Jul 9, 2025 · 1H 6M

E62: When Sobriety Is Life or Death | Matt Frye

from The Overcomers Podcast · host Kristen Bruinius

This week on The Overcomers Podcast, Matt Fry shares his raw and heartbreaking journey through addiction, loss, and redemption.Heroin stole everything from Matt – his relationships, his dignity, and ultimately, his son. The night Matt kicked his 18-year-old out of the house was the last night he saw him alive. Overwhelmed by grief and guilt, Matt spiraled deeper into addiction, convinced he could never escape.But in his darkest moments, he fell to his knees and begged God for help. Today, Matt is 7.5 years sober, a present father, and a man who gives all credit for his recovery to God’s grace.In this episode, you’ll hear:✨ The generational patterns of addiction in Matt’s family✨ How he lost his son, brothers, and father within a few short years✨ The pivot moment that changed everything✨ Why Matt says sobriety is life or death – and how God gave him freedom✨ His advice for anyone feeling too far goneIf you or someone you love is struggling with addiction, this episode is for you. It’s a reminder that no one is too far gone for God’s grace to reach them.

This week on The Overcomers Podcast, Matt Fry shares his raw and heartbreaking journey through addiction, loss, and redemption.Heroin stole everything from Matt – his relationships, his dignity, and ultimately, his son. The night Matt kicked his 18-year-old out of the house was the last night he saw him alive. Overwhelmed by grief and guilt, Matt spiraled deeper into addiction, convinced he could never escape.But in his darkest moments, he fell to his knees and begged God for help. Today, Matt is 7.5 years sober, a present father, and a man who gives all credit for his recovery to God’s grace.In this episode, you’ll hear:✨ The generational patterns of addiction in Matt’s family✨ How he lost his son, brothers, and father within a few short years✨ The pivot moment that changed everything✨ Why Matt says sobriety is life or death – and how God gave him freedom✨ His advice for anyone feeling too far goneIf you or someone you love is struggling with addiction, this episode is for you. It’s a reminder that no one is too far gone for God’s grace to reach them.

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