Real Recovery

Using became all consuming for him, he was so far in by the time he really saw how destructive it was. But the Lord continued to pursue Thom, and He brought him to a place of choosing to surrender to Him. Now, he's chasing a different path each day. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Often the first step is accepting accountability, even if everything doesn't change right away. That was the reality for Karisa and John, and now- they see what has happened as only a miracle from God. He freed them from the desire to drink and now they want to encourage those who are struggling today. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

How someone gets sober, in many ways is a wonderful mystery. Bill and George share what the natural process of recovery involves, why we can't see God but we can see what He does, and why there are no limits to what God can do. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Many of us want control, or at least to do something that makes it feel like we're in control. She would lie to everyone to maintain her secret life, until- her depression became so unbearable to handle. Today, Laura lives with true freedom- found only in Jesus. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

He wondered why he couldn't just be normal- he went from being in a boardroom, to a jail cell. Mike now sees the three months he spent in jail as one of the best things that happened to him. He sees no explanation for why he's living, other than God Himself.  Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Walking in sobriety has to involve an intentional change in your life, across the board. Bill and George talk about the work of making your recovery enjoyable, sustainable, and helpful to other people. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

His childhood dream was ripped out from under him, and he spiraled into a depressive stretch- turning to the bottle. Logan got to a point where he was in complete despair, and then he surrendered all to Jesus.  Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Half of him was okay with dying, while the other half knew he was loved and cared for. He sees that now as Christ in him, reminding him of who he is in His eyes. Jacob now sees the purpose Jesus has for him, and lives today walking that out.  Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Moving to a new place didn't work, he was desperate. Wayne Bugg knew that only God could provide a way of escape, and now- he knows that God's in the business of redemption stories.  Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Believe it or not, the twelve step program applies to food disorders as well. Dr. Rhona Epstein, author of "Food Triggers," joins to share about setting healthy boundaries when it comes to our eating habits. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

When you're suffering and become "labeled" by others based on your condition, it affects you. Rebecca Ribnick, author of "Hope: A Practical Guide to Praying for Healing," joins Bill and George to share why trust is an emotion, not a decision- that directs your walk with the Lord. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

She couldn't see God amidst all the uncertainity in her life, and as a mother she was broken and ashamed. But, things changed when God met her on the floor of her jail cell. Now, Donelle says her life is about surrender and living for God's will. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

The longer we look at our recovery journey, the more we see God's hand in it. George and Bill share how God often does for us, what we didn't even want to do for ourselves. George also outlines some of what he's learned over four decades of sobriety. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

The same power that rose Christ from the dead lives in followers of Jesus today, so you have the power to overcome addiction. Tim Walsh, Executive Director at Beauterre, joins Bill and George to share about a different way to address the pain and suffering many experience. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Experience the story of Jesus like never before in THE CHRIST, a four-part Easter audio epic. THE CHRIST brings the gospel narrative vividly to life—from the humble manger to the victorious resurrection—through world-class voice talent, cinematic soundscapes, and stirring music. From the halls of Roman power to the wilderness of Judea and the hills of Galilee, this immersive audio drama follows the life, ministry, sacrifice, and resurrection of Jesus of Nazareth—and the people forever changed by Him. Follow the podcast now so you hear each new episode the moment it releases. Listen here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-christ-an-easter-audio-epic/id1870710176 Or here: https://open.spotify.com/show/6oaFRx79AiROdosDof8FME Learn more at TheChristPodcast.com

Getting sober alone is not the end goal, shiftng from sobriety to true freedom is a process. Michael Cusick, licensed therapist and author, joins to share about the ultimate security that we can only find through a relationship with Jesus. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

It's not always easy to take the step, even when you know it's the right and needed thing to do. Now, they see the choice of forgiveness as the main thing that allowed them to be together. Jayneen and Shawn are beyond grateful that the Lord restored what was lost, and today they celebrate what God continues to do with their story.  Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

He was so desperate, looking for something to change. Eventually, Jason told the voice in his head "no more." He now lives with joy and gratitude, because Jesus gave a brand new heart. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Often the first step is accepting accountability, even if everything doesn't change right away. That was the reality for Karisa and John, and now- they see what has happened as only a miracle from God. He freed them from the desire to drink and now they want to encourage those who are struggling today. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

He wondered why he couldn't just be normal- he went from being in a boardroom, to a jail cell. Mike now sees the three months he spent in jail as one of the best things that happened to him. He sees no explanation for why he's living, other than God Himself.  Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

She had to be completely broken down in order to begin the process of true surrender. When Lorna cried out to God in desperation, He heard and answered her. Now, she's sharing with others how He taught her forgiveness in a whole new light. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

How someone gets sober, in many ways is a wonderful mystery. Bill and George share what the natural process of recovery involves, why we can't see God but we can see what He does, and why there are no limits to what God can do. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

From a young age, he felt unwanted and was desperately trying to find who he was. Multiple trips to jail, time spent in prison, wanting to take his life...and yet, God saved Micah. When people around him started to believe in him, everything changed. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

An initial recovery and then another kind of recovery later, where true surrender had to take place- because everything was on the line this time. Richard Bahr joins to share how God met him at rock bottom and opened the door to transformation. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

He didn't know how to deal with the deep pain in his heart as he questioned God constantly. Then he did what he never thought he would do, he said "God help me." Now, as CEO of Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge, Tom Truszinski lives to be the best follower of Christ he can possibly be. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Even if you are in the midst of working towards sobriety, the enemy can still be going to work. But seeds are often being planted in that time as well. Steven recognizes that in his own story and got to the place where he was desperate to break the chains of bondage he felt.  Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Fear often can stop you from doing something worthwhile, sometimes even the thing that you need to do. Taking a step of faith and being honest led both Ali and Steve to sobriety, and a walking relationship with Jesus. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Life giving encouragement flows from a foundation of honest confession. Pastor Mike Novotny, host of Time of Grace, shares about what it looks like to be a detective of your own relapses and why Christianity is built on genuine community. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Moving to a new place didn't work, he was desperate. Wayne Bugg knew that only God could provide a way of escape, and now- he knows that God's in the business of redemption stories.  Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Believe it or not, the twelve step program applies to food disorders as well. Dr. Rhona Epstein, author of "Food Triggers," joins to share about setting healthy boundaries when it comes to our eating habits. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

With Christmas on the way, Bill and George take time to outline the importance of preparing– with prayer and planning ahead of gatherings to take place. They unpack the difference between resisting temptation versus avoiding it, and how God provides a way of escape.  Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

He was so desperate, looking for something to change. Eventually, Jason told the voice in his head "no more." He now lives with joy and gratitude, because Jesus gave a brand new heart. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

She had to be completely broken down in order to begin the process of true surrender. When Lorna cried out to God in desperation, He heard and answered her. Now, she's sharing with others how He taught her forgiveness in a whole new light. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

From a young age, he felt unwanted and was desperately trying to find who he was. Multiple trips to jail, time spent in prison, wanting to take his life...and yet, God saved Micah. When people around him started to believe in him, everything changed. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Even when the circumstances of life are ideal and things are going well, using often continues. Emiliano couldn't stop- he was hopeless and committing crimes just to get by. Finally he got to the point where he gave up, through surrender he was made strong through Christ.  Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Bill and George take a step back, to share about the ultimate goal in life- to live in the Truth and act upon the Truth. They talk about the deeper meaning behind the 12 steps and getting to the point of being willing to do whatever it takes, to get what you don't have. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

What started out as fun, ended in disaster. Desperation and brokenness were the things that allowed change to begin to become a reality for Chris. Today he now sees the power and blessing of obedience in his life. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

An initial recovery and then another kind of recovery later, where true surrender had to take place- because everything was on the line this time. Richard Bahr joins to share how God met him at rock bottom and opened the door to transformation. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

He didn't know how to deal with the deep pain in his heart as he questioned God constantly. Then he did what he never thought he would do, he said "God help me." Now, as CEO of Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge, Tom Truszinski lives to be the best follower of Christ he can possibly be. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Even when you don't yet find your idenity in the right place, God is still at work. Steve now sees all the seeds that God was planting in his life, even when he had no awareness of it. He now is experiencing thriving in his life thanks to Jesus and Him alone, who's given him a firm foundation to stand on. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Often we don't see how truly in trouble we are, until we see how weak we are. When Rick chose genuine surrender, his whole perspective changed. Now, he has great hope because of the work he can see God is doing- in his life and for others. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Even if you are in the midst of working towards sobriety, the enemy can still be going to work. But seeds are often being planted in that time as well. Steven recognizes that in his own story and got to the place where he was desperate to break the chains of bondage he felt.  Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

For the longest time, he had a hard time accepting he was worthy of forgiveness. He was searching for who God was to him in his life. Now, Tom has encouraged and continues to encourage countless men with the Truth of Romans 12:2 that changes everything. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Fear often can stop you from doing something worthwhile, sometimes even the thing that you need to do. Taking a step of faith and being honest led both Ali and Steve to sobriety, and a walking relationship with Jesus. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Even when you don't believe in Him, God believes in you. Kurt now sees that looking back on his life. The hound of heaven chased him down until he could not run any longer, he then chose to surrender.  Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Even when an addict has lots of support around them, sometimes they don't get sober. George shares why you need to have the desire yourself to get clean and come up with a strategy to fight the temptation that will come. He also shares an update on his own story and what God has taught him recently about suffering. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Life giving encouragement flows from a foundation of honest confession. Pastor Mike Novotny, host of Time of Grace, shares about what it looks like to be a detective of your own relapses and why Christianity is built on genuine community. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

The pursuit for finding acceptance and belonging. Alex, the first producer for the show, joins to share why almost all the stories he's heard over the years tie back to that desire. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Like many, it took him a while to get to the place of being totally sold out and surrendered to Jesus. But now, David tells others they cannot fulfill their God given purpose while getting high at the same time. He lives his life with the mission of being courageous enough to walk through any door God opens. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

He wanted to end his life and be done, because he saw no purpose. Now, Jim believes that his past can be used for good. He's a chain breaker in his family, because of what Jesus did for him. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here