Real Recovery

Joel Carlson grew up in a loving, Christian home. However, as an adult, his greed and narcissism led him down a path of not wanting to keep up with the Jones' but be the Jones' with whom people tried to keep up. This led to alcoholism, a felony conviction and time in prison.

Former professional baseball right fielder and author, Darryl Strawberry, join Bill and George to talk about his early exposure to addiction, the lure of fame and drugs, and the powerful recovery and healing found in a relationship with Christ.

Jim Althoff shares his story of how he went from believing he wasn't savable, but due to God's timing, he realized that not only was he savable, God has a plan for his life to share his story and help others with a similar story.

Colby Eldridge , Men's Director of re:generation at Watermark Church in Dallas, shares his story of going from chasing success through a lucrative career and beautiful girlfriend to surrendering his pride and chasing after God and his regenerative love.

Tim Walsh, Senior Vice President at Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge, join Bill and George to have an in depth conversation about Step One, how to come along side people in your life who are in addiction and what to do if you're in addiction.

Pastor John Elmore joins Bill and George to share his story of addiction and recovery, but it doesn't end there. After his recovery, God led John to seminary and to eventually develop and lead Re:Generation Recovery ministry at Watermark Church in Dallas, TX.

Encore Presentation: George and Bill share some thoughts on Step 3 in recovery which involves living our lives for God.  Then, Mark offers his testimony of how drinking and drug use destroyed his marriage.  Thankfully, Mark's story doesn't end there as God helped him break his addictions and gave him a new life.

Encore Presentation: Leland shares his story of how addiction cost him his career and his marriage. It wasn't until he decided that being lord of his own life wasn't working and gave his life to the lordship of Jesus that he was able to overcome his addiction.

Trish Topmiller's story has victory and blessing and unexpected loss. Hear how clinging to God, friends and family have helped her live in recovery of her losses.

Bill and George review each step, how they fit together, and the key difference between Christian 12 step programs and their secular counterparts.

The culture of Billy's early career was one of partying and drug use. When he made a career change, he took the opportunity to fund his addiction. But God continued to pursue him.

Part 2 of Bill and George's conversation with their friend Dr. Tim Walsh, Executive of Long Term Recovery and Mental Health, as they break down 10 steps to clarity and salvation.

Terry's story starts with an early introduction to alcohol that led to drug addition and dealing. Even after being shot close range in the chest and a heart surgeon literally massaging his heart into beating again he continued the drug lifestyle. It wasn't until facing up nearly 10 years in prison that Terry noticed God breaking through.

Bill and George return with their friend Dr. Tim Walsh, Executive of Long Term Recovery and Mental Health, as they break down 10 steps to clarity and salvation.

Justin tells his story of an addiction to alcohol, and what it took to reach God. Or more accurately, for God to reach him.

Shane grew up experiencing loss, bullying and loneliness. He turned to drugs and gangs which led to prison. That's where he experienced the love and presence of God through the book of John.

Leland shares his story of how addiction cost him his career and his marriage. It wasn't until he decided that being lord of his own life wasn't working and gave his life to the lordship of Jesus that he was able to overcome his addiction.

Pastor Ron Smedley shares stories of recovery from his work as a parole officer, work in rehab and recovery since 1996, and ministry as a pastor of a church who ministers to people with all forms of addiction. Each story begins with trying to escape from pain and ends with getting caught in the grace of God and new life through Jesus Christ.

When his first marriage ended, Cliff started dealing with depression. Since that day, he has been on a journey of understanding the grace of God through Jesus, the need for honest prayers and the power of God's word.

Bridget wasn't an alcoholic yet she still needed recovery. A powerful story of hope and recovery from being raised by heavy drinking parents to marrying an alcoholic. Listen to her recovery from her devastatingly unhealthy relationship habits as she tells of God's hope for those struggling.

Recovery needs to be more fun than using. Don't tell yourself you're going to stop this time. Jesus says apart from him you can do nothing. With help and God's grace, Martin's life is richer and more beautiful than in addiction.

After a series of concussions, pain, and losing his athletic identity, Kevin looked towards a chemical escape. It took a supernatural change to take him from the artificial joy to real happiness. Total surrender to the God that was knocking at his door to find his new identity and redemption.

From 16 shots in 9th grade and asking for forgiveness every week at church, to proving that he wanted to be sober and have a relationship with Christ, Jake's story is an honest story. Highlighting Christ's redemption, grace, and mercy even when things get out of hand.

Lee Bloom author of " Table in the Darkness, " brings us along on her intimate journey thought an eating disorder. She says, I know now what I missed, there was no place in my life for emotions during transitions. That's when you start coping, but there is hope. Encore Presentation - September 9th, 2018

Nothing changed after getting married and having two kids. It took three DUIs before Chris began to change his life. Hear the miraculous story of mercy and peace even in the back of a squad car. Turns out life can be incredibly fun with friends and most importantly without using.