Real Recovery

Bill and George address inviting God to help us identify our character defects and then asking Him to remove these shortcomings in our life.  Then, they talk with Scott Abrams who became addicted to painkillers as a physician.  Scott shares how his faith in Jesus became real when he went to rehab and how God is using him in amazing ways today.  Scott's devotional book is " Freedom in the Fight ."

Bill and George discuss owning our mistakes and changing destructive behavior. Then, Stu Fuhlendorf shares his journey from success and riches to losing everything, but ultimately finding hope and recovery. Stu's book is " Wall Street to the Well."

George and Bill discuss the importance of staying connected with others even while physically apart.  Then, David shares his story of going from never having taken drugs or a drink in his life to developing an addiction to pain killers.  He kicked the habit with God's help and is now ministering to other addicts as a pastor.

Bill and George review the importance of making amends with others and the role God plays in that. Then we hear Ryan's story who is truly blessed to be alive after a terrible car crash nearly took his life.

Bill and George check in on how they're coping with stay at home orders and social distancing and how these affect people in recovery.  Then, Elizabeth shares her story of battling an eating disorder and how God helped her love and see herself just as He sees her.

Bill and George consider the role humility plays in recovery.  Then, hear the incredible testimony of Jay who went from running with a gang to ministering to addicts as a pastor.

Bill and George discuss how to stay connected to a recovery group amid the coronavirus outbreak.  Then, Terry shares his story of how Jesus rescued him from a life of addiction and hopelessness.

Bill and George are joined by Dr. Tim Walsh , Vice President of MN Adult & Teen Challenge . He encourages those in recovery to overcome hurts, habits, and hang-ups using the "one day at a time" approach.

Bill and George explore what it means to turn our will and our lives over to the care of God.  Then, Charles shares his story of growing up in an unstable environment, spiraling into addiction and then eventually finding redemption and hope in Jesus.

Where can we turn when we hit rock-bottom? Chris S. shares his story to reveal the damage his addiction caused, what it took to change his life, and the encouraging truth that a better life is possible.

Amber spent her young life looking for a place to belong--but eventually found herself trapped in addiction. Then, she met the God who loves her...and makes beauty from the ashes of life.

The first step in recovery is to admit you are powerless over your addiction and that you need help.  Bill and George discuss this and then welcome former semi-pro hockey player and professional wrestler Ricky Rice to the show.  Ricky shares how God rescued him from a life of addiction and violence and is now using him to rescue others.

Bill and George invite Marvin Seppala, Hazelton Betty Ford's Chief Medical Officer, to tell the incredible story of how he went from alcohol and addiction at age 12, to Chief Medical Officer.

Bill and George are joined by guest Jim who shares his story of how God pursued him throughout years of drug and alcohol addiction, and how it was God who led him to find sobriety.

When you invite Jesus into your pain and addiction, you invite Him to reorder your life for the better.  Bill talks about this with Author Seth Haines who left a life of addiction and is now being used by God to minister to those still struggling through his writing.

In our darkest hour, God can hear us and help us. Jamie shares his struggle with addiction and the night he cried out to God to save his life.

Bill and George discuss the importance of Step 1 in recovery and how surrendering to God is actually very freeing.  They then talk with Janet, an alcoholic, and her husband Patrick about staying sober during the holidays and how their marriage survived in the midst of addiction.

Bill and George welcome back their good friend Dr. Tim Walsh to walk through the second half of the steps needed to not only remain on the path to clarity, but to salvation. Listen to Part One here .

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.

Bill and George return with their friend Dr. Tim Walsh, Vice President of Long Term Recovery and Mental Health Services at Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge , as they break down 10 steps to clarity and salvation.

Once you've come to Jesus and He transforms your life, you want to tell others about Him!  This is actually the twelfth step in recovery and George and Bill discuss what that looks like.  Then, Janet shares her amazing testimony of how God broke her alcohol addiction and literally saved her life.

Bill and George welcome Justin to the show, as he tells his story of an addiction to alcohol, and what it took to reach God. Or more accurately, for God to reach him.

Bill and George take a look at recovery steps eight and nine which involve making amends and reconciling with those you've wronged.  Then, John shares his testimony of transformation and also reflects on how making amends in his life has led to incredible healing and hope.

George and Bill discuss the importance of knowing Jesus as your Lord and savior and how this is the key to staying sober.  Then, Jeff shares his powerful story of redemption and how God is helping Him stay sober one day at a time.

George and Bill discuss the importance of Step 1 which means admitting you are powerless over your addiction and need help.  Then, Kevin shares how he went from 300 pounds to 175 and how that journey helped him find Christ and recovery.