Real Recovery

Scott started drinking liquor at age nine. Then lost his dream in an accident; it just got worse. Listen to a miracle unfold as Scott radiates the impact church played in turning his life around in recovery.

25% of Americans are addicted and that feeling of ecstasy, it's unsustainable. But life can still be euphoric. There is hope. All this from a faith-centered neurological perspective in Chip Dodd's co-authored book, " Hope in the Age of Addiction ."

Alcohol gave him an identity. He couldn't see the impending disaster. Raphael says it's a miracle his life was turned around. A miracle so that he could serve and help others. Listen to his story going from a surprise 50-month prison sentence to leading people into recovery.

If you are in a relationship with someone who is using and you're suffering, isolated, lonely, and feeling no intimacy in your life, its for good reason. To talk about it, Alexa joins George and Bill to share her story about seeking help even when you're not the problem.

How can spouses, parents, church leaders best help their loved ones trapped in addiction? How does Jesus call us to approach recovery? Deb Beddoe shares her personal experience and research on the power of community and Christ-like compassion to bring hope and healing.

When God saves us, He also gives us a job to do.  Carl Kirby shares how God radically transformed his life, and how he spreads this good news to the next generation.

George and Bill discuss how the 12 steps aren't themselves the Gospel, but rather point us to the Gospel.  Then, Brent shares how God rescued him from a life of addiction and put him on a new path of wholeness and health.

Bill and George look at how temptation and rebellion play a role in addiction.  They also discuss the truth about how just because a person makes a mistake doesn't mean they are a bad person - and how remembering this helps us experience forgiveness.

Bill and George review the importance of each step in recovery.  Then, they feature several testimonies from residents of Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge that highlight how God can give people the power to find freedom from addiction.

George and Bill consider what it means to live out recovery principles in every area of life. Then, they talk with Dan who was enmeshed in a life of drugs and alcohol, but found deliverance and healing through Jesus.

Bill and George reflect on Step 2 of recovery which involves coming to believe in a power higher than ourselves that can restore us to sanity.  Then, Dar shares her story of getting lost in cocaine and alcohol addiction, but then finding lasting freedom and a new life of hope and joy in Jesus through Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge.

Recovery starts by admitting we are powerless over our addiction.  Bill and George focus on this important step of the recovery process. Then, Van shares his story of struggling with addiction, guilt and anger, but then finding hope at Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge .

Bill and George discuss Step 3 which states, "I have made a decision to turn my will and my life over to the care of God as I understand Him."  Then, they talk with Tim Walsh , Vice President of Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge , about how addiction affects the brain and how we think.  Tim also offers ideas on dealing with cravings and how to avoid self-medicating.

In this encore episode of Real Recovery, Jim Moore from Minnesota Adult & Teen Challenge  speaks with Bill and George about his history of addiction, his son's experience with addiction, and how God can redeem it all.

Meditation is a key component to recovery.  Bill and George discuss meditation, then talk with John who shares his story involving several stints in rehab and how he is staying sober today.

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.