Real Recovery

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

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

God gave him the ability to get honest and get clean. Today, He's grateful that God has always found a way to keep him humble. Rev. Johnny Hunter, former Executive Director at Hospitality House Youth Development, joins once again to share what it looks like to boldly encourage those battling addiction. 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

For the longest time, he could never be comfortable without alcohol in his system. Through multiple relapses and a stint in prison, God continued to work on his heart. Today, Patrick sees it as no less than an absolute miracle of God that he's walking out his recovery. 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

He was dependent on alcohol and pills to numb his pain. He thought that achieving his dream would fulfill him, but it did the opposite. Today, Jeff lives to share with others that God can redeem and repair any relationship– if you let him. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now:  Click here

Intentionality has to be present to push back against the lies of the enemy, so you don't give up after you mess up. Bill and George outline common themes that lead to a path of addiction, the significance of Psalm 62 , and sharing your struggles with God. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now:  Click here

She believed the lie that if she lived unrestricted, she'd experience freedom. Now Caitlin Hawk , author of " Overcomer, Overcome ," sees that she needed a heart transformation. Today, she pursues Jesus' mandate to set prisoners free. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now:  Click here

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

He didn't know it at the time, but now He can see that the Lord was pursuing him and working on his heart- years before he gave up using. One invitation and worship experience at a church changed Ben Fuller's life forever.   Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now:  Click here

Over time and through experiences you partake in, your brain gets wired for certain activities- both good and bad. Bill and George take a step back, to share how the redemptive power of Jesus changes everything and how He journeys with you through your recovery. 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...

She was facing potentially a decade plus in prison, and was at the lowest of low. But then, Mindy received the greatest gift from the Lord. He didn't deliver her simply from a prison sentence, by the power of Jesus she was delievered from a life of depravity. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now:  Click here

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