Fellowship CR
Andy Petry
166. Start with Surrender
166. Start with Surrender
166. Start with Surrender
Tuesday 6th January 2026
Explore the power of surrender in recovery with Andy Petry. Find hope and healing through community and faith.
27 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Informative
Compassionate
Encouraging
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Recovery Reimagined
Recovery from Trauma
Healing Relationships
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Surrender is an admission that we need help, not a sign of failure.
- Community and faith are essential components of recovery.
- Honesty and vulnerability can lead to healing.
- Personal willpower alone is often insufficient for lasting change.
- Recovery is an ongoing process that requires daily commitment.
"Surrender is not a sign of failure; it's the admission that I can't do this on my own."
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? In this heartfelt episode of 'Hope in Recovery', Andy Petry explores the power of surrender as the first step towards healing. Andy, a grateful believer in Jesus and leader of Celebrate Recovery at Fellowship Fayetteville, shares his own struggles with anxiety, depression, and addiction. He candidly talks about how surrendering is not a sign of failure but an admission that we can't do it alone.
With a mix of humour and honesty, Andy discusses the importance of community, faith, and vulnerability in recovery. He emphasises that while personal willpower is often insufficient, surrendering to God and engaging with a supportive community can open the door to true transformation. Through personal anecdotes and biblical references, Andy offers listeners practical tools and powerful truths to inspire hope and healing. This episode is perfect for anyone feeling overwhelmed by change or looking for encouragement in their recovery journey.
Remember, it's okay to struggle; what's important is finding the courage to reach out and let others in. As we step into a new year, consider what surrender might look like for you. Are you ready to embrace it?