Real Recovery

Many don't understand how much it will cost them, when they choose to use. Patrick faced many attacks from the enemy during his use and as he attempted to quit, but he continued to pray and read the Bible amidst all of it. Now, he knows he has to make sure to never give the enemy an opportunity. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now:  Click here

Often, we think we can be our own savior and do everything ourselves, until one day God pulls us to the side and makes us realize we have no power over addiction. That is what happened to Dave who struggled with mental health his entire life and was in and out of recovery trying to save himself, until one day he accepted God was on the throne, and it changed his life forever. Faith Radio podcasts...

Many will compromise everything to keep their addiction going. Looking back now, Tom sees that God continued to put people in His life, but He never stopped to listen. The Lord never stopped pursuing him though and he now sees how his life has unfolded as a miracle. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now:  Click here

He turned to using after his heart got broken, to try to numb the pain. But even in his continued use years down the road, God continued to soften his heart. When Jherek heard the one, clear truth being preached one day on Faith Radio while in his van, he knew it could stand up against the world and that changed everything. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now:  Click h...

It's one thing to recognize the reality of being dead in sin, it's another step to know what to do with it. Peter looks back on a time in his life where he was  like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind . His life changed, for the better, when someone listened and met him with grace. He shares some ideas for how the Church can help those struggling with pornography. Faith Radio podcasts...

No one can get sober without God stepping in. Co-host George shares his life story, including how he eventually saw God connecting all the pieces, His ability to give us peace of mind in the midst of brokenness, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now:  Click here

Even though he had everything around him that you could possibly desire, as he grew up as a Jewish kid he struggled with depression. But God continued to chase after Trevor, and he was overwhelmed by His love, even in the midst of his doubting. Jesus gave him the eyes to see and exchange what was fake with what was real. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now:  Click here

The presence of addiction has a powerful grip, even if you're watching it grab onto the loved ones around you. For Tim it started with watching his dad as he grew up and then later on in life with his wife. Through it all he's learned that God is always there to equip us with what's needed most to face the challenge, when life out-of-nowhere stops us in our tracks. Faith Radio podcasts are made po...

Able to work out of trouble from time to time, but unable to fool yourself. This was the place Ben found himself in, caught in the grips of addiction even when he was looking for a change. Because he's now lived it, he believes that there's a deeper and more fulfilling reward that comes when following God's way. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now:  Click here

Many know of God growing up, yet deny Him multiple times. With the encouragement of some of those closest to him, Davon was convinced to give his life to Christ. Now looking back, he sees that God has had a plan- all the way around. Today his agenda, is always God's agenda. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now:  Click here

At some point in life your faith has to become your own, where you decide to follow Jesus and submit to Him. Even as the son of a pastor and missionary, it wasn't until college that Ben knew God was knocking on the door of his heart. He and his wife Sarah now live by  Romans 6:14 . Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now:  Click here

Andy Partington, author of " Hope in Addiction: Understanding and Helping Those Caught in Its Grip ," shares about the reality of our age of addiction and how to best re-direct it. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now:  Click here

Some are always hurting, they don't know a different way to feel- they feel like they can't quit, even when they want to. When Zach knew that his time was up, he felt that he wasn't really being arrested- but rescued. He now lives to tell of  God's work of restoration  in his life. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now:  Click here

How do you avoid turning people off to Jesus, while also keeping  the main thing – the main thing? Tim Walsh, Chief of Behavioral Health Strategies and Solutions at  NorthStar Regional , joins Bill and George once again to share about the need for Christians to speak in a language our society can respect- while sharing our faith to help others in recovery. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by...

Whether it's recovery from alcohol or drugs or recovering from something else in our life, often the recovery process starts while using is still taking place. Brianna had a hard time understanding how the process works, but then one day her whole outlook changed. She began to understand Jesus when for the first time in her life she felt her chains break. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by...

There is stability that comes from the simple pleasures of life, even though many seek the one major high. Dr. Holly Geyer, author " Ending the Crisis: Mayo Clinic's Guide to Opioid Addiction and Safe Opioid Use ," shares her unique perspective on the opioid epidemic and the four C's of addiction: craving, control, consequences, and compulsion. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your suppor...

We all have hidden addictions, even if they're not alcohol or drug related. As we examine the condition of our hearts, we have to stay on guard against false idols. Bill and George talk about acting on the Truth from the Bible to live out our recovery. They share why we're all on open water and if Jesus doesn't come to rescue us, we're in trouble. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your sup...

Even passionate Atheists can find their way to Christianity and following Jesus with their whole heart, because God never stops pursuing. Adrienne was a spiritual seeker for some time before she finally became a spiritual finder, accepting the invitation to connect with God. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now:  Click here

Growing up with an alcoholic parent is hard to describe unless you've lived it, and it can follow you for many years to come. Sean can now look back and see He was present all along, even when he couldn't see it. His life changed for the better when he chose to trust God from a place of complete emptiness. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now:  Click here

You have to want the freedom – no one can want it enough for you, this is especially true for those who struggle with pornography. Sam Black, author of " The Healing Church: What Churches Get Wrong about Pornography and How to Fix It ," joins Bill and George to talk about what it looks like to live a  James 5:16  life, as  we flee our evil desires and pursue righteousness . Faith Radio podcasts ar...

We've all been there before, anger is bubbling inside of us and we're left to decide what to do with it. For Tony the weight on him eventually became too much to handle, and he called out to God for help. The Lord never stopped chasing him down and because of Jesus, he's able to live a new life. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now:  Click here

Tim Walsh, Chief Executive Officer at  NorthStar Regional , joins Bill and George to talk about walking into the light, after hearing God's call. They discuss the need to accept Him as the answer, since He is the only answer and what it means to be in Christ during our recovery. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now:  Click here

Able to work out of trouble from time to time, but unable to fool yourself. This was the place Ben found himself in, caught in the grips of addiction even when he was looking for a change. Because he's now lived it, he believes that there's a deeper and more fulfilling reward that comes when following God's way. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now:  Click here

Many know of God growing up, yet deny Him multiple times. With the encouragement of some of those closest to him, Davon was convinced to give his life to Christ. Now looking back, he sees that God has had a plan- all the way around. Today his agenda, is always God's agenda. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now:  Click here

At some point in life your faith has to become your own, where you decide to follow Jesus and submit to Him. Even as the son of a pastor and missionary, it wasn't until college that Ben knew God was knocking on the door of his heart. He and his wife Sarah now live by Romans 6:14 . Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now:  Click here