Hidden Struggles

Join Reno Collier and former Ohio State and Tennessee Titans Safety, Donnie N on Alive & Sober as they dive deep into the journey of finding God in sobriety. In this episode, Reno and Donnie share honest stories about the highs and lows of life, the lies we tell ourselves, and what building a real relationship with God looks like after years of self-reliance and bravado. They discuss the challenges of letting go of control, the importance of community in recovery, and why we so often come to our lowest points before we turn our lives around.   This episode is packed with wisdom for anyone in recovery or seeking a deeper spiritual connection. Reno and Donnie break down the process of moving from self-reliance to reliance on God, the role of community, and how to care for others who are still struggling. They also address common obstacles like confusion, misconceptions about surrender, and the difficulty of admitting you need help in the first place.   Take action with the 4 R’s: Read: Open your Bible and read a passage that speaks to surrender or faith—try James 4:7 or Proverbs 3:5-6. Reflect: Think about where you might be holding onto control in your life. How has self-will worked for you? Where could you invite God in? Respond: Pray, “God, help me to surrender my will to You today. Show me how to trust You and let go of what I cannot control.” Reveal: Share your experience of letting go and trusting God with someone else in your recovery community, or offer encouragement to someone struggling with faith.   Whether you’re new to recovery, wrestling with faith, or just looking for real talk about God and sobriety, this episode of Alive & Sober with Reno Collier offers hope, practical steps, and a reminder that you’re not alone.   Keywords: sobriety, recovery, faith, God, 12 steps, surrender, gratitude, Reno Collier, Donnie, spiritual growth, addiction, church, higher power, prayer, meditation, trust, letting go, Christian recovery, Bible, reflection, action, community, Alive & Sober, football