The Refuge Ministry
The Refuge Ministry
Focus (Episode 4 - Archive)
Focus (Episode 4 - Archive)
Focus (Episode 4 - Archive)
Thursday 15th January 2026
Explore how prayer and self-reflection aid in addiction recovery with insights from Wes Thompson and Austin Hill.
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Episode Overview
- Prayer can serve as a tool for impulse control by encouraging self-reflection.
- Understanding oneself is crucial to understanding God and overcoming addiction.
- Social media presents an illusionary world; prayer offers grounding reality.
- Asking meaningful questions can reveal deeper truths about personal impulses.
- Faith involves embracing uncertainty while seeking connection with God.
"Just stopping to ask yourself those questions, that is impulse control."
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? This episode of Relational Recovery, hosted by Wes Thompson and Austin Hill, takes a deep dive into the transformative power of prayer and self-reflection in addiction recovery. The conversation highlights how slowing down to ask reflective questions can act as a form of impulse control, offering a way to confront unwanted behaviours and find solace.
With insights from David Benner, the hosts discuss how understanding oneself is key to understanding God, emphasising that spirituality isn't about self-centredness but rather about releasing what's holding us captive. The episode also challenges the illusionary nature of social media, contrasting it with the grounding reality that prayer offers.
Wes and Austin explore the importance of asking oneself meaningful questions like "What do I believe about this?" and "Why does it matter to me?" to uncover deeper truths about one's impulses and desires. They share personal anecdotes about the struggle to slow down in a fast-paced world, noting that many people are conditioned to avoid such introspection.
Listeners are encouraged to use prayer as a tool for reflection and grounding, with references to biblical psalms as a source of comfort and guidance. The episode underscores that prayer isn't just about asking for what we want but recognising our need for connection with God. It's a gentle reminder that faith involves embracing uncertainty while continually seeking clarity and refuge.
So, if you're seeking a fresh perspective on using spirituality as a means of recovery, this episode might just be the insightful conversation you need. How might your own recovery journey benefit from taking a moment to pause and reflect?