Freedom Friday Part 1Freedom Friday Part 1
Lance Johnson Ministries
Before Jesus’ death on the cross, it was difficult for man to know God! The priests of Israel had to undergo strict purification rites in order to be worthy to enter into God’s presence. But Bishop Lance reminds you today that you’ve been blessed by
29:30•26 Oct 2025
Freedom Friday: Chasing God as Hard as You Chased Addiction
Episode Overview
- Christ’s work on the cross gives direct access to God, not just second-hand knowledge through others.
- Real freedom requires abiding in Christ every day, not part-time or Sunday-only faith.
- Pursue God with the same determination once given to addiction, relationships, or success.
- A genuine prayer life must be consistent in private and in public, shaping thoughts and decisions.
- God’s word reshapes identity and behaviour, changing how you see yourself, your work, and those around you.
“You cannot be a part-time Christian and walk in full-time freedom.”
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol and addiction and press into God with the same intensity they once chased a high? "Freedom Friday Part 1" with Bishop Lance Johnson speaks straight to that question, blending bold preaching with raw honesty that many in recovery will recognise.
Bishop Lance, who openly notes he's "been dealing with addicts all my life", talks about how people will "drink mouthwash" or chase money, sex, or status at any cost, then flips the script: what if you went after God with that same determination?
The heart of his message is simple but challenging: "You cannot be a part-time Christian and walk in full-time freedom." Centred on John 14 and 15, he explains that Christ’s work on the cross gives "full access to God" so you no longer rely on second-hand information about who God is. Instead, you're urged to build your own relationship, to "pursue him" rather than stay a "casual spectator".
For those coming out of addiction, this hits home as he links abiding in Christ with everyday integrity – how you treat your family, handle your money, show up for work, and love people you once judged. The style is passionate, direct, and sometimes uncomfortable in a good way. Bishop Lance challenges common church habits like spectator Christianity and sympathy-seeking conversations that feed fear instead of faith.
He pushes listeners towards a consistent private and public prayer life, stressing that abiding in God means letting his word define identity: "You ain't a junkie. You're a son." If you're on a recovery journey and want teaching that addresses both spiritual life and practical change, this episode offers a strong call to trade lukewarm faith for daily, committed pursuit of God. How different might your sobriety look if you chased God as hard as you once chased your addiction?
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