The Refuge Ministry
The Refuge Ministry
Bible Reading March 18th
Bible Reading March 18th
Bible Reading March 18th
Saturday 18th March 2017
Explore how Bible reading and prayer can aid in addiction recovery. Tune into 'Relational Recovery' for wisdom and hope.
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Get the buttons here!Faith and Recovery: Lessons from the Bible
Prayer changes things, but prayer also changes people, starting with the one who does the praying.
What if the key to overcoming addiction lies in the pages of an ancient book? In this episode of 'Relational Recovery', the hosts dive deep into the Bible, exploring its timeless wisdom to aid in the journey to sobriety. They begin with the book of Luke, where God's message to John the Baptist takes center stage.
John, chosen to prepare the way for the Messiah, preached against sin and urged people to repent, offering practical steps for living out one's faith. This episode sheds light on the profound mystery of salvation, emphasizing that all parts of the Holy Trinity play a role in an individual's spiritual journey. The hosts also delve into the genealogy of Mary and Joseph, highlighting Dr. Luke's focus on often-overlooked individuals.
Shifting to the book of Psalms, the conversation turns to the transformative power of prayer. Listeners learn that prayer not only changes circumstances but also transforms the person praying. The hosts discuss the virtues of kindness and the pitfalls of cruelty as illustrated in Proverbs, showing how these principles can guide one towards a more compassionate life. Through thoughtful Bible reading and heartfelt prayer, this episode offers a path to discovering God's love and finding hope and healing.