Fellowship CR
Andy Petry and Michael Summers
169. Recovery Is a Marathon
169. Recovery Is a Marathon
169. Recovery Is a Marathon
Tuesday 27th January 2026
Explore the marathon journey of recovery with hosts Andy Petry and Michael Summers. Learn about patience, community, and faith in this inspiring episode.
37 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Informative
Encouraging
Honest
About this podcast
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Fellowship CR
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Recovery from Trauma
Healing Relationships
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Episodes:
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Episode Overview
- Recovery requires long-term commitment and patience.
- Community support is crucial for successful recovery.
- Faith in Jesus plays a foundational role in healing.
- Recovery is compared to a slow-cooked meal, not fast food.
- Overcoming scepticism can lead to embracing recovery.
Recovery is a marathon, not a sprint. It's a crockpot, not a microwave.
In this eye-opening episode, you'll learn about the marathon journey of recovery. Hosts Andy Petry and Michael Summers dive into the challenges and triumphs of walking the path of Celebrate Recovery. They share personal anecdotes and lessons learned along the way, exploring how recovery is a marathon, not a sprint. Michael opens up about his initial scepticism and how he came to embrace the long-term commitment required for healing.
Both hosts discuss the importance of community, support, and faith in Jesus as foundational elements in their recovery process. Michael reflects on his impatience and desire for quick fixes, likening himself to the 'microwave generation'—always wanting immediate results. However, he has come to appreciate the slow-cooked nature of recovery, comparing it to a crockpot meal where time allows flavours to meld beautifully. This episode is rich with humour and candid moments, making it relatable for anyone grappling with similar struggles.
The conversation is not just about individual experiences but also offers broader insights into how consistent effort and surrender can lead to lasting change. Whether you're at the start of your recovery journey or well along the way, this episode provides hope and practical advice to keep moving forward. As they say, it's about taking one step at a time and finding joy in the process. So, what step will you take next on your journey to healing?