Avoiding Spiritual Apathy
Avoiding Spiritual Apathy

Unashamed Recovery

Pastor Jim Feirtag’s sermon on overcoming spiritual apathy challenges us to see through God’s eyes and avoid the pitfalls of selfishness.

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Unashamed Recovery

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There is healing in the story of our scars when we daily practice step 12. Here at Unashamed Recovery we are breaking the shame & stigma of addiction & recovery by having real conversations with real people in real recovery. With every episode we proclaim it's okay to not be okay. So, welcome to the Unashamed Recovery Podcast, a Step 12 Christian Recovery Podcast that is for everyone with a hurt, habit, compulsion or addiction. If you're looking for a fresh view on addiction and recovery from a biblical standpoint, we have just what your looking for. This show is for the recovery community, built by the recovery community. Find us and other great recovery podcasts over at the recovery podcast network a part of Take12 Recovery Radio : https://www.sponsortosponsor.com/ourrecoverypodcastnetwork.html Stay Sober & Stay Unashamed. Love y'all.

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Wake Up Your Spirit: Pastor Jim Feirtag's Guide to Overcoming Apathy

Episode Overview

Pastor Jim Feirtag discusses the devastating consequences of ignoring safety protocols.
The sermon highlights the impact of seeing what we want to see and ignoring what we want to ignore in various aspects of life.
Listeners are urged to be conscientious and avoid spiritual apathy.
The importance of spiritual awareness and its influence on others is emphasized.
The dangers of selfish desires and bitterness are underscored, urging individuals to care about what God cares about instead.

“If you're the kind of person that pursues God or doesn't, it will show up in the folks around you. It will trickle over to them. How you speak to others will influence things, right?”

Feeling spiritually stuck? In this episode of Unashamed Recovery, you’ll hear a powerful sermon from Pastor Jim Feirtag that’s all about shaking off spiritual apathy. Originally delivered at NorthPark Church, Pastor Jim’s message dives into the risks of turning a blind eye to important truths. He uses a gripping story about a pilot who ignored safety protocols, leading to a catastrophic plane crash, to illustrate how dangerous it can be to see only what we want to see.

This isn't just about aviation mishaps; it’s a metaphor for our spiritual lives too. Pastor Jim warns that ignoring God's guidance can lead to chaos and division in our lives, families, and communities. He challenges listeners to align their vision with God’s, caring about what truly matters instead of getting lost in bitterness and selfish desires. If you’re looking for a wake-up call to reignite your spiritual journey, this episode is a must-listen.

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