Faith In Your Recovery Podcast

Join Faith In Your Recovery Podcast as we interview inmates from the Jay County Jail about their experience with addiction and recovery!

Join Faith In Your Recovery Podcast as we interview inmates from the Jay County Jail about their experience with addiction and recovery!

My experience with addiction began in a place I never imagined would take me where it did. After being prescribed opioid pain medication, I developed a dependence that eventually progressed to heroin. At the time, I was working in healthcare and attending nursing school — just six months away from graduating — but addiction slowly took everything I had worked so hard to build. I was arrested and ultimately served four years with the Indiana Department of Correction. During incarceration, I entered a program called Purposeful Incarceration and began the difficult, honest work of rebuilding my life from the inside out. When I came home in 2018, I made a decision: my past would not be the end of my story. Recovery gave me the chance to rebuild relationships, establish a career, become a homeowner, and most importantly, show up fully for my family and my community again. My journey also opened my eyes to how desperately rural communities need more recovery resources, long‑term support, and trauma‑informed environments. Addiction has touched nearly every part of my life — including the loss of my brother and my father — and those painful experiences became part of the driving force behind founding New Roots Recovery Village, Inc. Today, I use both my lived experience and the lessons I learned along the way to advocate for people still fighting their way out. New Roots is being built to give women more than a place to stay. We are creating a structured, nature‑based, trauma‑informed recovery community centered on connection, purpose, peer support, and rebuilding a life worth protecting. I cannot change the chapters behind me, but I can use them to help rewrite someone else’s future. That is what recovery means to me. — Lauren Abshear

Addiction took me places I never imagined I’d go — but it also became the foundation for the purpose I live today. My recovery wasn’t just about putting down a substance. It was about rebuilding my identity, learning to forgive myself, and discovering that the same failures that nearly destroyed me would one day become my greatest testimony. Today, I serve as a Family Nurse Practitioner specializing in addiction medicine, caring for individuals and families fighting the same battles I once fought. Every patient reminds me that recovery isn’t reserved for a select few. It’s possible for anyone willing to take the next right step. My mission goes far beyond writing prescriptions. Through my clinical work, my memoir Heroine: Decide & Conquer, and openly sharing my journey, I work to replace shame with hope and stigma with compassion. I want people to understand that addiction is not the end of their story. Healing is real. Purpose can rise from pain. And your past does not disqualify your future. If sharing my story helps even one person choose life, ask for help, or believe they are worthy of recovery, then every difficult chapter has been redeemed.

This episode of Faith in Your Recovery features Scott Penticuf, a man candidly sharing his decades-long battle with alcoholism, the losses he endured, and the hope he’s found through faith and support at the Christian Center. Scott’s story begins with a difficult childhood in a broken family, where alcohol entered his life at age 10 and became a destructive force. Over the years, his addiction caused tangible losses, including fractured family relationships, multiple homes, and time spent incarcerated. Despite repeated setbacks, Scott’s commitment to sobriety intensified after his most recent release from prison, and his faith in God and the support structure of the Christian Center have empowered him to rebuild his life piece by piece. His journey highlights the power of accountability, perseverance, and spiritual reliance in overcoming addiction. He expresses a heartfelt desire to reconnect with his adult children and to serve others through simple acts like volunteering and, uniquely, driving a Sunday School bus for kids. His story conveys a message of hope—that it is never too late to seek recovery and renewal through faith and community. Highlights 🙌 Early exposure to alcohol at age 10 initiated decades of struggle with addiction. 🏠 Alcoholism resulted in shattered dreams, lost homes, broken family ties, and repeated incarceration. 🙏 Faith and the Christian Center’s support provided an essential turning point toward lasting sobriety. 💬 Honest self-accountability and willingness to share his story demonstrate personal growth and healing. ❤️ Despite past wounds, Scott holds onto hope to restore relationships with his grown children. 🚍 Unique future aspiration: to drive a Sunday School bus, serving his faith community. 🌟 Emphasis on the message: It’s never too late to change and seek help with God’s guidance. Additional Reflections Scott’s story also sheds light on the systemic gaps that addicts often encounter—such as lack of meaningful support after jail releases—and the transformative role of communities and faith-based programs that fill those gaps. It challenges stigma around shelters and recovery centers by showing them as places of hope and personal renaissance, not just last resorts. Moreover, the discussion emphasizes the importance of perseverance despite setbacks, reinforcing that recovery is a continual "battle" but one with attainable victory. His advice to others, stressing “it’s never too late,” combined with practical encouragement to find the right support group or faith path, offers a realistic and compassionate roadmap for those struggling. His candid description of addiction’s mental and emotional tolls, coupled with the ultimate message of hope, makes this conversation a compelling testament to human resilience empowered by faith. This episode is a heartfelt testament to transformation through struggle, faith, and community support, serving as both a beacon of hope for those battling addiction and a reminder of the enduring power of love, redemption, and purpose.

In today’s episode, I share my journey through trauma, addiction, obesity, and ultimately redemption through Jesus. If you or someone you love is battling addiction, this story will give you hope, strength, and a reminder that God still restores what feels broken. I was raised by ministers, but my life took a turn I never expected. In 1994, I was stabbed 13 times, and the trauma left me battling severe PTSD. For years, I drank to escape the pain, and my life spiraled until I reached nearly 400 pounds. But God wasn’t finished with me. Becoming a dad changed everything. I fought my way back and eventually lost 175 pounds. Five years ago, I moved to a small town where God placed a pastor in my life who became my best friend — and ultimately led me back to Jesus. Two years ago, I met the love of my life at church — a strong, faith filled woman of God who has been sober for 16 years. Today, with me now 4 years sober, we’re creating a gentle children’s book series to help kids and families who love someone struggling with addiction. My mission is simple: To bring hope, healing, and Jesus into the homes of families battling addiction — and to remind kids that they are loved, seen, and never alone. 👇 If this story encouraged you, please like, comment, and subscribe. 👇 Learn more about our children’s book series for families facing addiction.

I survived fourteen overdoses, a fentanyl addiction, and the darkest years of my life — and now I’m turning my pain into purpose. I grew up with addiction in my home, but I never imagined substance use disorder would become part of my own story. After years of untreated mental health struggles and the trauma of my 17 year old daughter nearly being murdered, I fell into a nearly six year fentanyl addiction. I used intravenously, overdosed around fourteen times, and was Narcaned more times than I can count. Eventually, the anger and exhaustion hit me so hard that I finally realized I wanted help — and I wanted to live. Recovery took multiple detoxes, rehab stays, and legal consequences. But one obstacle followed me every time: finding someone to care for my dog while I was in treatment. I couldn’t focus on healing because I was terrified of losing her. That struggle became my mission. Today, I’m rebuilding my life and launching Pawsitive Recovery Pet Care Inc., a nonprofit that keeps people’s pets safe while they receive life saving treatment for substance use and mental health. No one should have to choose between getting help and protecting their fur baby. This is my testimony — my survival story — and the heart behind the nonprofit that grew out of my darkest moments. Recovery is real. Hope is real. And your story isn’t over.

I should’ve died an addict… but Jesus met me in a jail cell and gave me a life I never thought I’d have. For more than 30 years, addiction owned every part of my life. Meth, heroin, and fentanyl dragged me into places I never thought I’d go — homelessness, jail cells, overdoses, and a level of loneliness that convinced me I was beyond saving. Every promise I made to quit was broken. I truly believed I would die an addict. Everything changed on March 11, 2021, inside a holding cell at the Rankin County Jail. In my darkest moment, Jesus Christ met me and completely transformed my life. God didn’t help me manage addiction — He delivered me from it. Today, through Black Sheep Recovery Warfare, I share my story to remind people that no one is too far gone. If He could save me after three decades of addiction, He can save anyone willing to surrender.

I never thought my story was worth telling. My addiction didn’t start with anything dramatic — just dabbling, partying, trying to fit in, trying to escape feelings I didn’t understand. I thought I was alone; I was different. The only one like me. I had plenty of chances to walk away, but I kept numbing myself and building an identity in the drug world. Before I knew it, I was addicted — trapped in an underground life that pulled me further from reality. What I thought I wanted became the very thing destroying me. I grew up bullied, never fitting in, so when the darkness accepted me, I embraced it. That’s when it got truly evil. I wasn’t the sweet kid my family raised anymore. I was hardened, angry, spiritually controlled by the life I chose. For almost 20 years, I lived in a battle of good versus evil, light versus darkness. These drugs don’t just take your time — they take your soul. But you can overcome it. And you don’t have to do it alone. Find your people. Find your crew. Your breakthrough is out there.

I didn’t turn to addiction because I was weak — I turned to it because I was hurting and didn’t know how else to survive. My addiction wasn’t just about substances. It was about trying to escape pain I never had the tools to understand. What started as a way to numb childhood trauma, instability, and emotional chaos slowly became survival mode. The relief didn’t last. Addiction took my peace, my relationships, my identity, and my ability to imagine a future. I lost trust in myself and lived in cycles of shame, regret, and isolation, constantly trying to outrun something living inside my own mind. My recovery began when I finally faced the truth of the damage and became willing to try something different — even when I wasn’t sure it would work. Healing has been slow and intentional: learning accountability, confronting the trauma I used to avoid, choosing support over isolation, and leaning into faith when control wasn’t possible. I’m not the same woman I was in active addiction. I’m still healing, still growing, and still learning — but today I’m building a life rooted in clarity, stability, purpose, and surrender instead of escape. In June 2025, I published my debut memoir The Girl Who Named the Fire: A Memoir of Fire, Survival, and Becoming, and my second book, A Hundred Dollar Bill and a Blue Pill: From Dope Sick to Hope Filled, is already on its way — both written to help others find hope, healing, and redemption.

Part 2He went from fighting addiction in the courtroom to fighting for redemption in the church. Brett Knight is a criminal defense attorney turned recovery pastor who has seen addiction destroy lives from both sides of the system — and he’s made it his mission to help people find accountability, healing, and real second chances. As the Amazon #1 New Release author of From the Gavel to Grace, Brett brings a raw, unfiltered look at the collision of faith, recovery, and the criminal justice system.For years, he’s walked with individuals and families through the chaos of addiction, the weight of legal consequences, and the hope of restoration. His perspective is rare — a man who understands the courtroom, the church, and the trenches of recovery.In this conversation, Brett breaks down:• What actually works in addiction recovery• How families can support without enabling• Why faith-based recovery changes outcomes• The truth about criminal justice reform• Why second chances matter more than ever• The story behind From the Gavel to GraceIf you’re looking for a bold, faith-filled, truth-telling conversation about redemption, this episode delivers.https://brettknight.com/

Part 1He went from fighting addiction in the courtroom to fighting for redemption in the church. Brett Knight is a criminal defense attorney turned recovery pastor who has seen addiction destroy lives from both sides of the system — and he’s made it his mission to help people find accountability, healing, and real second chances. As the Amazon #1 New Release author of From the Gavel to Grace, Brett brings a raw, unfiltered look at the collision of faith, recovery, and the criminal justice system.For years, he’s walked with individuals and families through the chaos of addiction, the weight of legal consequences, and the hope of restoration. His perspective is rare — a man who understands the courtroom, the church, and the trenches of recovery.In this conversation, Brett breaks down:• What actually works in addiction recovery• How families can support without enabling• Why faith-based recovery changes outcomes• The truth about criminal justice reform• Why second chances matter more than ever• The story behind From the Gavel to GraceIf you’re looking for a bold, faith-filled, truth-telling conversation about redemption, this episode delivers.https://brettknight.com/

From gang life, addiction, and 18 years in and out of prison, Brian LeCroy’s world was ruled by violence, drugs, and the identity he built inside the gang. After facing a possible 40‑year sentence, he broke down in solitary confinement—crying out to God for the first time in his life. In his darkest moment, he felt the weight of his choices, the pain he caused his family, and the hopelessness of a life he believed was beyond repair. But God met him there. Through constant prayer, a miraculous legal turnaround, and a supernatural shift in his heart, Brian began to feel something he had never known: conviction, peace, and the desire to change. After release, he traveled to the New Orleans Mission, where he encountered genuine joy, discipleship, and the transforming power of Jesus Christ. As he dove into Scripture, God opened his understanding—lifting shame, restoring his family, and giving him a new purpose. Today, Brian is a prison minister and street evangelist, sharing the hope that saved him. His story is living proof that no one is too far gone for God’s grace, mercy, and redemption.

From gang life, addiction, and 18 years in and out of prison, Brian LeCroy’s world was ruled by violence, drugs, and the identity he built inside the gang. After facing a possible 40‑year sentence, he broke down in solitary confinement—crying out to God for the first time in his life. In his darkest moment, he felt the weight of his choices, the pain he caused his family, and the hopelessness of a life he believed was beyond repair. But God met him there. Through constant prayer, a miraculous legal turnaround, and a supernatural shift in his heart, Brian began to feel something he had never known: conviction, peace, and the desire to change. After release, he traveled to the New Orleans Mission, where he encountered genuine joy, discipleship, and the transforming power of Jesus Christ. As he dove into Scripture, God opened his understanding—lifting shame, restoring his family, and giving him a new purpose. Today, Brian is a prison minister and street evangelist, sharing the hope that saved him. His story is living proof that no one is too far gone for God’s grace, mercy, and redemption.

I had everything on the outside—and was dying on the inside. For nearly seven years, I hid behind the illusion of a “white picket fence” life while my alcoholism and prescription drug abuse spiraled out of control. Even with a thriving career in finance, I was blind to the destruction building beneath the surface. My world eventually collapsed. I lost the trust of my family, my friends, and my fiancée. I battled a gambling addiction, faced an arrest, and reached a point where I no longer wanted to live. In September 2024, completely broken, I entered treatment. After a seventeen day medical detox and inpatient care, I was led to Hope IS Alive, a Christ centered sober mentoring program that changed everything. Through God’s grace, my life has been radically transformed—reuniting with my biological sister after decades apart, seeing a book published about my journey, and discovering a purpose I never imagined. Today, I serve as the Outreach Manager for Hope IS Alive, waking up every day to chase excellence and follow the path God is leading me on. If you’re struggling with addiction, hopelessness, or feeling beyond repair—my story is proof that God can redeem anything.

For 12 years, I lived in addiction—IV heroin, crack, meth, fentanyl, prostitution, homelessness, and six overdoses in one year. I lost custody of my daughter, used during both pregnancies, and was surrounded by family members who used drugs with me. Synthetic marijuana nearly killed me, I was hospitalized multiple times, and a car accident and two‑week drug binge left me hopeless, anxious, and suicidal. But even when I was running from God, He never stopped pursuing me. Through overdoses, hospital rooms, and near‑death moments, His mercy kept pulling me back. Everything changed when Jesus opened my eyes to eternity and rescued me from the pit. “If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation.” (2 Corinthians 5:17) Today, I worship Jesus with my children, lead others in worship, write Christian music, and share my testimony with women in addiction, young mothers, the homeless, and those trapped in prostitution. What the enemy meant for evil, God turned for good. I’m now married to a godly husband and evangelist, expecting another child, and living proof that Jesus still saves, restores, and transforms lives.

Paul Parson began drinking at 6 years old, experimenting with alcohol while his mother battled addiction and grief. By 8, he was drinking anything he could find. By 12–13, he was using marijuana, cocaine, pills, and more, drifting into gang life, homelessness, and deep emotional collapse.Addiction fueled his depression, rage, loneliness, and suicidal thoughts, pushing him toward a breaking point. But at 19, everything changed when he encountered Jesus—and the cycle that defined his childhood was shattered.This is Part 2 of our two‑part conversation with Paul and his wife, Coral—two powerful journeys of addiction, trauma, redemption, and the hope found in recovery through Christ.

Coral Parson grew up in a family deeply involved in drug trafficking, addiction, violence, and incarceration—a world she believed was normal. Surrounded by overdoses, gang conflict, and constant chaos, she witnessed firsthand how addiction destroys not just the person using, but the entire family system.Though Coral never battled addiction herself, she lived through its confusion, heartbreak, and generational impact. Her story is one of choosing a different path, breaking cycles, and finding stability through faith and intentional healing.This is Part 1 of our two‑part conversation with Coral and her husband, Paul—two stories shaped by chaos, transformed by Christ, and anchored in recovery.

Part 2 I had everything a young man could want… until one drink flipped my entire life upside down. Before addiction took over my life, I was a successful young man in the music business, and by 22 I was managing a world champion fighter. But around that same age, I crossed an invisible line into alcoholism—and everything changed. Within months, I went from drinking alcoholically to trying cocaine, eventually shooting cocaine, smoking crack, and drinking nonstop. In 1989, I was diagnosed with HIV—initially misdiagnosed as AIDS. By 1990, I was living in and out of the subways of New York City, completely consumed by addiction. I tried for years to get sober—12 rehabs, 30+ detoxes, countless 12‑step meetings. Nothing worked. Then on October 9, 2001, God did for me what I could never do for myself. I had a sudden, immediate spiritual experience—and I have never taken another drink since. For the last 23 years, my life has been built on recovery, discipline, and faith. My story is proof that no one is too far gone and that God can restore what addiction tried to destroy.

Part 1 I had everything a young man could want… until one drink flipped my entire life upside down. Before addiction took over my life, I was a successful young man in the music business, and by 22 I was managing a world champion fighter. But around that same age, I crossed an invisible line into alcoholism—and everything changed. Within months, I went from drinking alcoholically to trying cocaine, eventually shooting cocaine, smoking crack, and drinking nonstop. In 1989, I was diagnosed with HIV—initially misdiagnosed as AIDS. By 1990, I was living in and out of the subways of New York City, completely consumed by addiction. I tried for years to get sober—12 rehabs, 30+ detoxes, countless 12‑step meetings. Nothing worked. Then on October 9, 2001, God did for me what I could never do for myself. I had a sudden, immediate spiritual experience—and I have never taken another drink since. For the last 23 years, my life has been built on recovery, discipline, and faith. My story is proof that no one is too far gone and that God can restore what addiction tried to destroy.

I survived trafficking, heroin addiction, prison, and loss that should have destroyed me — but somehow, I’m still here. My name is Alexandra Hyden, and my life is proof that God can pull someone out of the darkest places imaginable. I’ve lived through addiction, human trafficking, incarceration, grief, and years of separation from my children. I’ve run barefoot for my life. I’ve buried people I loved while locked behind bars. I’ve carried trauma that nearly swallowed me whole. But I’ve also witnessed miracles. After seven years in prison and almost fourteen years fighting to rebuild my life, I’m now nearly eight years sober, a college graduate, a homeowner, and a mother restored to her daughters. God didn’t just save my life — He rebuilt it. Today, I share my story to reach anyone who feels too far gone, too broken, or too ashamed to believe change is possible. If you’re searching for hope, healing, redemption, or proof that God still rescues people… you’ll find it here.

What happens when God steps into a life shattered by 25 years of meth addiction? In this powerful episode of Faith In Your Recovery, Thomas Anderson shares the raw, emotional journey from decades of addiction to a moment of divine intervention that changed everything. His story is one of destruction, surrender, and the unmistakable power of God to rebuild what addiction tried to erase. Thomas is joined by Marlana, a woman whose faith, guidance, and presence played a vital role in his recovery. Together, they open up about the spiritual principles, community support, and God‑centered practices that helped Thomas break free from a life he once believed would never change. Today, Thomas is an author of two books and a passionate voice for hope, redemption, and second chances. His message is clear: No one is too far gone. God still rescues, restores, and redeems. #FaithInYourRecovery #AddictionRecovery #ChristianTestimony #RedemptionStory #RecoveryPodcast

After 45 years addicted, God stepped in and saved my life. Tony Gibson spent nearly five decades trapped in addiction—starting at just 12 years old. Alcohol led to weed, then meth, and eventually a life marked by prison time, guilt, and running from God. After losing his father and losing himself, Tony believed he was beyond saving. Everything changed the day he was arrested after dropping meth in a gas station. Tony says that moment was God stepping in to rescue him. While in jail, Tony attended: A Better Life – Brianna’s Hope (ABLBH) Narcotics Anonymous (NA) Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) There, he rediscovered hope, rebuilt his faith, and finally surrendered the life that had been destroying him. Today, Tony continues attending meetings and is committed to helping others break free from addiction and find the same freedom he found through God. If you or someone you love is struggling, this testimony is a reminder that no one is too far gone for God to redeem. 🔔 Subscribe for more real stories of faith, recovery, and redemption.

Larry Musselman shares his journey from addiction to recovery, emphasizing the role of faith and support systems like Celebrate Recovery. He discusses his struggles with substance abuse, the importance of surrendering to God, and his transformation while incarcerated. Today, he works to help others through the IRACS program, promoting recovery and hope.

My journey into addiction began as an attempt to cope with stress, pressure, and emotions I didn’t know how to handle. What started as escape slowly became dependency, leading me into substance abuse, destructive thinking, and deep isolation. On the outside, I looked like a successful teacher and coach. On the inside, I was falling apart. In 2019, I entered treatment, and that decision became the turning point. Sobriety became more than staying clean—it required accountability, humility, discipline, and a renewed relationship with God. Recovery forced me to confront pride, fear, and my need for control. Faith shifted from something I talked about to something I surrendered to. I learned to focus on what I could control, release what I couldn’t, and rebuild my life one choice at a time. Today, I’m sober and living intentionally through spiritual discipline, gratitude, service, and honest self-examination. I’m also preparing to release my book, From Rock Bottom to Redemption, a faith-based recovery story centered on responsibility, transformation, and the daily work of rebuilding a life—endorsed by Damon West.

His next step would determine death or rehab. For 27 years, this former US Marine and MMA fighter fought bi-polar disorder, alcohol/drug addiction, and several suicide attempts. His cry for a sign of someone who cared brought a spirit chill moment that led him to discover his purpose and passion in life. Tim is now a highly sought after inspirational speaker sharing a word of hope for those battling mental health issues or addiction.

He survived what should have killed him… and now he’s teaching others how to reclaim their lives. In this powerful episode, we sit down with Matt Grace — author of God Doesn’t Relapse, national speaker, and transformational recovery expert with over 20 years of sobriety. With a Bachelor’s in Addiction Studies, a focus in Integrative Healing, and more than 10,000 hours mentoring individuals and families, Matt has become a trusted guide for people from every walk of life. From Manhattan boardrooms and Palm Beach estates to church basements, recovery homes, and prison programs in Michigan, Matt’s mission is the same everywhere he goes: break the lies of addiction and help people rebuild their lives from the inside out. As the founder of Saving Grace, Matt helps families heal deep-rooted patterns of pain, trauma, and broken relationships — no matter their background. His story — from nearly losing his life to addiction to discovering that service was his path to freedom — fuels everything he teaches today. In this interview, Matt shares: • His journey from addiction to long term sobriety • Why service became his higher power • How families can stop enabling and start healing • What it really takes to stay sober when the spotlight fades • Why recovery must reach across class, culture, and community Matt has spoken to thousands of people, mentored those with significant means and those who feel forgotten, and continues to prove that rock bottom isn’t the end — it’s the beginning. If you or someone you love is battling addiction, this conversation offers hope, honesty, and a roadmap toward real transformation. Matt's website: https://mattgrace.com/

In this inspiring episode of Faith In Your Recovery, two men who once sat on opposite sides of addiction, incarceration, and hopelessness sit down to share how God used a simple haircut to change everything. Landon experienced addiction through his brothers’ actions and consequences. He believes ministry isn’t limited to preaching—it’s lived out through action. With deep faith and a pair of clippers, Landon shares God’s love in a way people can feel. Levi’s story mirrors many who grow up surrounded by addiction. His childhood home was filled with drugs and alcohol, leading him into his own addiction, years of incarceration, and even a near attempt on his life. Recovery didn’t come easily—he stumbled more than once—but God never stopped pursuing him. Landon Grimes and Levi Vollrath first met inside the Jay County Jail, where they both were offering free haircuts through A Better Life – Brianna’s Hope to the inmates. What began as a practical act of service quickly became a moment of connection, dignity, and hope—one that God continues to use to keep propelling two powerful ministries forward. This episode explores how an act of service became the spark that connected Landon and Levi—two men on different journeys but with the same mission: to bring hope, dignity, and the love of Jesus to those battling addiction. You’ll hear how their ministries have grown, how God continues to use their gifts, and why something as simple as a haircut can open the door to redemption.

She died twice, survived a suicide attempt, and still God wasn’t done writing her story. Laura’s journey is a powerful testimony of addiction, survival, and God’s redemption. Growing up with a mentally ill mother and taking her first drink at 9 years old, her life spiraled into alcohol, meth, and painkillers. By her twenties, addiction had consumed everything. At 28, after relapsing at 22 months sober, she attempted to end her life by shooting herself in the chest. Miraculously, she survived—and experienced a spiritual awakening in the psych ward. But the battle continued: four DUIs, a near 10‑year prison sentence, and a relapse six months after giving birth that led to her dying twice from alcohol poisoning. Rehab didn’t stick. Nothing did. Until she attended an all‑women’s AA retreat, where she encountered God in a life‑changing way. In a moment of surrender, God removed every craving—alcohol, meth, painkillers—instantly. She has been sober ever since. Today, Laura is married, employed, licensed again, and dedicated to helping others find freedom. Her life is living proof that sobriety is possible, hope is real, and God restores what addiction tries to destroy.

In this powerful live episode, Randy Davis sits down with Senior Chaplain Aaron Reason to unpack a raw and hope‑filled journey from addiction, incarceration, and broken identity to freedom through faith in Jesus Christ.Aaron opens up about his years battling addiction, the cycle of jail and prison, and the deep shame that kept him stuck. He shares how God met him in his lowest moments and rebuilt his life from the inside out. Today, Aaron serves as a senior chaplain, using his past to minister to others walking the same road he once walked.This conversation dives into:The spiritual turning point that changed Aaron’s lifeHow self‑worth and identity in Christ fuel lasting recoveryWhy helping others is essential to staying soberHow God uses our darkest seasons to shape our callingThe power of testimony in addiction recoveryIf you or someone you love is battling addiction, this episode is a reminder that no story is too broken for God to redeem.🔔 Subscribe for more faith‑based recovery stories and testimonies.Your support helps these messages reach the people who need them most.

Part 2Eli Yoder grew up in an Old Order Amish community in Kenton, Ohio, where strict rules forbade alcohol and drugs. But addiction doesn’t care about tradition, religion, or upbringing. His father battled alcoholism and depression, and after leaving the Amish, Eli spent 19 years following the same destructive path. Everything changed when his wife gave him an ultimatum: alcohol or family. Facing the loss of his marriage and son, Eli surrendered his life to Jesus Christ. Through faith and Scripture, he broke free from alcohol addiction and now shares his testimony to help others overcome addiction and generational trauma.

Part 1Eli Yoder grew up in an Old Order Amish community in Kenton, Ohio, where strict rules forbade alcohol and drugs. But addiction doesn’t care about tradition, religion, or upbringing. His father battled alcoholism and depression, and after leaving the Amish, Eli spent 19 years following the same destructive path. Everything changed when his wife gave him an ultimatum: alcohol or family. Facing the loss of his marriage and son, Eli surrendered his life to Jesus Christ. Through faith and Scripture, he broke free from alcohol addiction and now shares his testimony to help others overcome addiction and generational trauma.

In this emotional episode, Randy Davis sits down with Anthony Brooks to share a raw and honest addiction recovery testimony. After the devastating loss of his wife, Anthony turned to alcohol to numb the pain—spiraling into a battle with alcoholism that nearly cost him everything. Anthony opens up about grief, relapse, brokenness, and the turning point that changed his life. With the help of his sister’s unwavering support and a life-changing encounter with Jesus Christ, he found hope, healing, and lasting recovery. This powerful Christian recovery story highlights the importance of humility, accountability, family support, faith in God, and the willingness to help others break free from addiction. If you or someone you love is struggling with alcohol addiction, grief, or hopelessness, this testimony will remind you that transformation is possible. Topics covered: Alcohol addiction recovery Overcoming grief and loss Christian testimony Faith-based recovery The power of family support Finding hope after tragedy Jesus and life transformation Subscribe for more real stories of addiction recovery, faith, and second chances.

Brandon Clevenger’s struggle started with alcohol and marijuana then progressed to cocaine, heroin, and meth addiction leading to two and a half years in prison. Battling emotional trauma and low self-worth, his life was spiraling fast.But prison became the turning point.There, Brandon encountered Jesus Christ, began his faith-based recovery journey, and found real hope. Today, he’s a devoted husband, father of two, and works in addiction recovery, helping others break free.No one is too far gone for redemption. Share this testimony, save a life.

SORIpm (Adam Massey) is a Christian hip hop artist, minister, and testimony-based content creator using music and the Gospel of Jesus Christ to bring hope, healing, and transformation. Born Muslim and adopted into a Christian family, Adam’s powerful life story includes overcoming trauma, addiction, mental health struggles, homelessness, stigma & labels, street life, and incarceration. After giving his life to Christ at 18, Adam now serves faithfully in ministry through Christian rap, worship, preaching, discipleship, and outreach. He is a devoted father of four, a hardworking provider, and an active servant at Harvest of the Glory International, also leading men through RRRM Men’s Discipleship. Through Christian hip hop music, faith-based content, and real-life testimony, SORIpm reaches people seeking redemption, freedom, and purpose in Christ. 📖 Jesus Christ | Christian Rap | Faith | Testimony | Ministry 🎶 Follow SORIpm on all platforms YouTube- / soripm - topic

Part 2From graffiti-covered streets and mental institutions to faith, recovery, and purpose—Kyle’s story proves chaos doesn’t get the final word.Recovery didn’t happen overnight. It began with faith—finding God and choosing radical honesty, accountability, and daily surrender. Kyle’s journey isn’t about a finish line; it’s about fighting the good fight one day at a time, protecting mental health, and choosing growth over destruction. Today, Kyle uses art, storytelling, and vulnerability as tools for healing, recovery, and hope—proving that even from chaos, God can build something meaningful.

Part 1From graffiti-covered streets and mental institutions to faith, recovery, and purpose—Kyle’s story proves chaos doesn’t get the final word.Kyle grew up in Indianapolis in a rough neighborhood, searching for identity and escape through art. What began as graffiti evolved into a creative outlet during years marked by mental illness, addiction, and instability. As a teenager and young adult, Kyle spent time in and out of institutions, fighting internal battles that often went unseen. Addiction and ongoing mental health struggles followed him into adulthood, nearly costing him everything more than once.

Sean turned to alcohol at a young age to numb pain and escape trauma, beginning a 30+ year cycle of addiction. By 15, he was involved in gang life on Chicago’s South Side, searching for acceptance he couldn’t find at home. He witnessed friends murdered, lost his brother to suicide, spent nearly 10 years incarcerated, and lost two marriages and his children to addiction. On September 6, 2019, Sean got sober and his life began to change. Today, his focus is God, recovery, and giving back. He’s pursuing the dream his mother always had for him—to become a preacher or drug and alcohol counselor—and using his story to show that redemption is possible, no matter how far someone has fallen. https://www.thechristiancenter.org/

Jesse Courtney grew up in rural Madison County, where alcohol was a daily presence despite an otherwise good childhood. By age 12, he was smoking weed, drinking by 14, and living on his own by 16—already caught in a cycle of daily alcohol abuse. The next decade was marked by addiction, playing music in bars, repeated jail time, and escalating substance use that included pills and meth. Jesse’s life spiraled into suicidal behavior and homelessness, leaving him broken and desperate. Everything changed after a powerful encounter with God, which became the turning point in his recovery journey. Today, Jesse shares his story to bring hope, healing, and faith to those struggling with addiction and despair.

In this raw and deeply personal episode, Dan Watson, a father of three, shares his experience with addiction and recovery. Dan lost his oldest son to a fatal drug overdose and has lived through years of heartbreak as his daughter battled addiction. He knows the hurt, the anger, the helplessness, and the lasting pain that addiction leaves behind for families. This conversation pulls back the curtain on the parental grief of overdose loss, the emotional toll of loving a child through addiction, and the complicated reality of hope when the outcome is uncertain. Dan speaks honestly about what it means to survive the unthinkable—and keep going anyway. This episode is for parents, families, and anyone impacted by addiction, incarceration, overdose, and recovery. It’s real. It’s heavy. And it matters.

In this powerful and eye-opening episode, we sit down with Richard from The Christian Center in Anderson, Indiana, to talk about homelessness, outreach, recovery, and restoring dignity to the unhoused. Richard shares how The Christian Center serves as Madison County’s only full-time soup kitchen, a 65-bed men’s shelter, and a lifeline through emergency warming centers during brutal winter temperatures.We dive into the reality of homelessness in Anderson, the impact of trauma and addiction, and why listening to someone’s story can be just as life-changing as providing food, showers, or clean clothes. Richard opens up about his personal calling, the influence of incarceration on his life’s purpose, and how hope—when shared authentically—can transform lives.This conversation challenges common stereotypes about homelessness and addiction, highlighting the importance of compassion, dignity, and human connection. If you care about recovery, community outreach, faith-based support, homelessness services, or real stories of hope, this episode is for you.Topics covered:Homeless outreach in Anderson, IndianaAddiction, trauma, and recoveryEmergency warming centers and winter shelterRestoring dignity through compassion and conversationFaith, incarceration, and second chances📌 Subscribe for more real conversations about recovery, hope, and transformation. 📌 Share this episode to help change the narrative around homelessness and addiction.The Christian Center link: https://www.thechristiancenter.org/

Stephanie Washington brings over 20 years of experience as an administrative professional, paired with a deep heart for service and recovery-centered community work. As the Administrative Assistant at The Christian Center, Stephanie is the backbone behind the scenes—keeping operations organized, people supported, and hope moving forward. Beyond her role, she leads and coordinates a church food pantry, serving the underprivileged with compassion, dignity, and consistency. Her passion for recovery, stability, and community transformation shines through everything she does. A devoted wife of 20 years, mother of five, and grandmother of five, Stephanie embodies resilience, service, and purpose—proving that healing and hope often start with steady hands and a willing heart. https://www.thechristiancenter.org/

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Rob Spaulding, Executive Director of The Christian Center of Anderson, Indiana, to spotlight one of the most vital outreach hubs in Madison County. The Christian Center operates the only daily soup kitchen in the county, serving over 10,000 meals every month, provides emergency shelter for men, and runs the only women-with-children shelter in Madison County, IN. Beyond food and shelter, they offer showers, laundry, and—most importantly—trust, dignity, and real opportunities for life change through strong community partnerships. We also dive into their innovative podcast studio and how storytelling is being used as a tool for hope and transformation. This is a must-watch conversation about homelessness, recovery, collaboration, and rebuilding lives in Anderson, Indiana.https://www.thechristiancenter.org/

Ian Fee lived the “work hard, play harder” lifestyle—and alcohol was at the center of it all. From early drinking and bartending as a teen to building and selling a business while fat and drunk in Las Vegas, his success masked a deep addiction. Two failed marriages and total personal collapse forced Ian to confront the truth. In this raw conversation, he shares how getting sober in 2017 allowed him to rebuild his relationships, mindset, and purpose. Now an author, entrepreneur, and founder of Make It Great (MIG), Ian helps others escape the same destructive cycle. His story proves that real success starts with clarity and sobriety.https://www.facebook.com/ian.fee.98https://ianfee.com/https://www.amazon.com/Wild-Ride-Sobriety-Transformation-Oblivion/dp/B0DHYR1YST/ref=sr_1_1?crid=M65Z9JPHUM9O&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.tyR-dlOZCXJsZ7jWDm_7SG_Dji3WlcwvvD9wMIdZMoWItSulQtSaxAW43TfuxfHWLjcyjrpjHbFbwRWBEzikaaybew1RIB62Y2zFjTL6FD5L6ttkX8ogwZJFWR_LIm2lLCitmhwZDYQ9de8l5N1zWpP2cyZc44R-js438OyC5-vioBqMpKbyGtkzxBE0pKX2.s46TZvidWBJLNpsmQSnzbWqHB1zOAruSsnc-wiriUk8&dib_tag=se&keywords=wild+ride+to+sobriety&qid=1766078263&sprefix=wild+ride+to+sob%2Caps%2C300&sr=8-1

I started young with weed and alcohol, then graduated to cocaine and acid. By my twenties, the party life was all I knew. After getting hurt at work in 2014, pain pills took over, and I was eating enough every day to knock down an elephant. I quit the pills in 2015, thought I was free, but I just traded them for more drinking and drugs. I left Illinois trying to outrun addiction and crashed into an even darker meth addiction, suicide attempts, and hurting people I cared about. At rock bottom, the recovery community found me, and for the first time, I found hope. Today, I’m living a life I never believed was possible — sober, present, and grateful to be alive.

For years, I was trapped in addiction, chasing highs that dragged me into violence, crime, and the brutal reality of prison life. Behind bars—surrounded by gangs, fear, and survival—I was forced to confront the person I had become. In that darkness, something shifted. Through hard truth, deep reflection, and the lifeline of recovery, I started rebuilding my life from the inside out. Choosing faith, accountability, and healing over destruction transformed everything. Today, my mission is clear: to help others break free from the same chains that once held me. My story isn’t about shame anymore—it’s about redemption, recovery, and the power of real change.https://www.facebook.com/bobspringer82

After addiction cost him everything — his home, his possessions, and eventually his freedom — Nate ended up behind bars. Just six months out of prison, he walked out with nothing but the clothes on his back and found himself standing at the doors of The Christian Center in Anderson, Indiana. With his wife on her own recovery journey, Nate made the choice to fight for a new life and accept the hope offered to him. Join us as Nate shares his raw, powerful story of rebuilding from rock bottom and how The Christian Center is transforming lives across the Anderson community.https://www.thechristiancenter.org/https://www.facebook.com/TheChristianCenterAnderson

After 21 years trapped in addiction and 12 years behind bars, my life was completely shattered. It wasn’t until I finally admitted I was powerless and surrendered everything to God that everything changed. By building a real relationship with Him and choosing obedience over chaos, I watched God take my mess and turn it into my message. This is a raw, faith-filled story of redemption, restoration, and the power of stepping out in faith. If you’re searching for hope, healing, or proof that God still transforms lives—this episode is for you. Check out my YouTube channel:Blessed - Topic - YouTube

I’m Jeff Jones, founder of The Family Recovery Solution. After years of seeing families blamed and left out of recovery, I created the “Start with Family First” method to change that. I teach families how to support recovery with real tools, nutritional balance, and hope that lasts. ❤️ #RecoveryCommunity #FamilySupportWebsite link:The Family Recovery Solution - The Family Recovery Solution

After 19 years trapped in meth addiction, Cara hit rock bottom inside a Jay County Jail cell. But that’s exactly where God met her—and began to rewrite her story. From brokenness to freedom, from addiction to purpose, Cara’s testimony proves that no one is too far gone for God’s grace. Now free and living with purpose, Cara is using her past to bring hope to others in recovery. Her story also reminds us: no matter how dark it gets, redemption is always possible.