#184 - When I Found out Addiction is NOT a Disease... I realized...#184 - When I Found out Addiction is NOT a Disease... I realized...
The Addiction Connection Podcast
Dr. Mark E. Shaw and Shirley Crowder discuss addiction as a sin and the transformative power of the gospel.
34:01•6 Dec 2022
Rethinking Addiction: Sin, Responsibility, and Redemption with Dr. Mark E. Shaw and Shirley Crowder
“No, we want to be able to rejoice and say: that's in my past.”
What if addiction isn't a disease but a choice that requires repentance and forgiveness? In this episode of 'The Addiction Connection Podcast', Dr. Mark E. Shaw and Shirley Crowder dive into this controversial perspective. They argue that addiction is a sin, not a disease, and explore the transformative power of the gospel in overcoming it. Dr. Shaw and Shirley discuss how society often rejects this view, preferring to help people without involving God, which they see as a grave mistake.
Shirley points out that many people want a 'Santa Claus God' who grants wishes without demanding obedience, but the true God calls for righteousness and adherence to His word. As the Christmas season approaches, they see it as a prime opportunity to reach out to those struggling with addiction, offering them the hope and joy of salvation through Jesus Christ.
Their new book, 'Advent: Meditations for Addicts', delves into these themes, providing a spiritual roadmap for those seeking peace and transformation. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion that challenges conventional views on addiction and highlights the redemptive power of faith.
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