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Following up deliverance with discipline: Rev. Carl's story
Following up deliverance with discipline: Rev. Carl's story
Following up deliverance with discipline: Rev. Carl's story
Sunday 9th May 2021
Rev. Carl Johnson's story from addiction to redemption showcases the power of faith and discipline in recovery.
50 minutes
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Authentic
Hopeful
Healing
Motivational
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Religion & Spirituality
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Faith can lead to miraculous transformations.
- Discipline is crucial in maintaining recovery.
- Finding identity in Christ prevents seeking validation elsewhere.
- Community service plays a vital role in recovery.
- Bible verses can reshape thoughts and desires.
"I thought I would find them at the end of a bottle. And so that never happened."
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? Reverend Carl Johnson's journey from gangs and drugs to becoming a pastor is nothing short of miraculous. As a young boy, Carl felt a calling to preach, but life took him down a different path filled with darkness and addiction. This episode of Real Recovery dives into Carl's transformative journey, revealing how faith and discipline played crucial roles in his recovery.
Carl's story is a testament to the power of divine intervention, as he recounts moments of desperation that led him to scream out for help, only to find solace in the teachings of Jesus Christ. His tale is filled with raw honesty, as he shares how the desire to drink was miraculously removed after attending Teen Challenge, a programme that drilled Bible verses into his mind, reshaping his thoughts and desires.
Listeners are taken on a rollercoaster ride through Carl's life, from his early exposure to gangs and drugs to the moment he found himself homeless and addicted. The episode highlights the importance of finding one's identity in Christ, rather than seeking validation in the wrong places. Through humour and heartfelt discussions, hosts Bill Arnold and George Fraser explore Carl's experiences, offering insights into how obedience and discipline can lead to lasting change. Carl's current work in St.
Paul, where he runs a church, grocery store, and art centre, showcases his dedication to serving the community and fighting food insecurity. His story is an inspiring reminder that redemption is possible for anyone willing to embrace faith and discipline. What lessons can you take from Carl's journey? Perhaps it's time to consider how discipline and faith can shape your own path to recovery.