#38 - Critique of The 12 Steps - Step 9 - Justin Lakemacher#38 - Critique of The 12 Steps - Step 9 - Justin Lakemacher
The Addiction Connection Podcast
Critiquing Step 9 of The 12 Steps from a biblical angle, exploring motivations for amends and the church's role in recovery.
24:21•28 May 2020
Rethinking Step 9: A Faith-Based Critique of The 12 Steps
“AA is like the shell of Christian principles, but the nut of the gospel is missing.”
Is making amends really the right way to mend broken relationships in addiction recovery? In this thought-provoking episode of 'The Addiction Connection Podcast', hosts Dr. Mark E. Shaw, CJ McMurry, and Jim Quigley are joined by scholar Justin Lakemacher to dissect Step 9 of The 12 Steps from a biblical perspective. They challenge the motivations behind making amends as prescribed by AA, suggesting that the true standard for relationships comes from a higher power—God.
Justin shares his own experiences with recovery groups and emphasizes the vital role the church can play in supporting those on their journey to sobriety. The discussion wraps up with a powerful message about how worship can lead us out of addiction, bringing both glory to God and joy to our lives. This episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about integrating faith with addiction recovery.
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