Our surrender was needed, we had to hand it over to Jesus – Karisa and John's story

Our surrender was needed, we had to hand it over to Jesus – Karisa and John's story

Experience the emotional and inspiring tales of recovery as Karisa and John Rogers share their incredible journey from addiction to sobriety. This episode of Real Recovery is a testament to the power of faith and surrender, as the couple recounts their struggles with alcohol and how they found strength in handing their lives over to Jesus.

With light-hearted banter and heartfelt reflections, hosts Bill Arnold and George Fraser engage Karisa and John in a candid discussion about the challenges they faced, the turning points in their recovery, and the profound impact of their faith on their journey. Karisa and John reflect on the moment they realised they needed to change, with John recalling a pivotal morning when he decided to seek help from Teen Challenge.

Meanwhile, Karisa shares how working as a bartender led her down a path of self-destruction until a DUI became a wake-up call. Their stories highlight the importance of community, accountability, and spiritual growth in overcoming addiction. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their own lives and consider what they might need to let go of to find true freedom.

With honesty and warmth, Karisa and John remind us that no matter how dark our past may seem, there is always hope for a brighter future. So, what are you holding onto that might be holding you back? Tune in to discover how surrendering can lead to a life of abundance and purpose.