Jeri Bisbee

This is Your Wake-Up Call

Jeri Bisbee, MA | Transformational Coach | Christian Entrepreneur | Behaviorist | DISC Certified

  • A Pattern of Destruction and a Divine Set-up

A Pattern of Destruction and a Divine Set-up

Monday 22nd September 2025

Join Jonathan and Michelle as they share their inspiring journey from addiction to sobriety through faith and community support.
50 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Honest
Supportive
Healing

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This is Your Wake-Up Call
Author:
Jeri Bisbee
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Categories:
Sobriety Success Stories
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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A Journey from Destruction to Hope: Jonathan's Path to Sobriety

Episode Overview

  • Jonathan's journey from a destructive lifestyle to 21 years of sobriety.
  • The role of faith and community in overcoming addiction.
  • The importance of prayer and scripture in maintaining sobriety.
  • The impact of addiction on family dynamics.
  • Celebrating milestones in the recovery journey.
"I always thought being a grown-up meant that you drank. That's what grown-ups do, is they drink."
This episode of 'This is Your Wake-Up Call' introduces us to Jonathan and Michelle, a couple who recently celebrated their 17th wedding anniversary. Their story is one of redemption, faith, and resilience in the face of addiction.
Jonathan opens up about his journey from a turbulent youth in Billings, Montana, where he believed that being an adult meant drinking and indulging in a destructive lifestyle, to his transformative experience that he describes as a 'divine setup.' His path to recovery began when he attended a Bible study at his brother's house, where he felt the power of the Holy Ghost for the first time.
This moment marked the beginning of his sobriety journey, which has now reached an impressive milestone of 21 years. Michelle shares her perspective as a partner who witnessed Jonathan's transformation. She offers insight into the importance of faith, community, and prayer in supporting loved ones through recovery. Her story also touches on her family's experiences with addiction, highlighting the impact of substance abuse on family dynamics. This episode offers a heartfelt exploration of recovery through faith and community support.
Jonathan and Michelle's story serves as a testament to the power of love, prayer, and perseverance in overcoming addiction. Whether you're on your own path to sobriety or supporting someone else, this episode is a reminder that hope and healing are always within reach. How do you find strength and support on your journey to recovery?
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