FaithQuest Perspectives

How it Happens with Colin Cook

FaithQuest Perspectives

  • P215_092425 Rom. 14:1-4 Don't Make A Mountain Out Of Your Problems. In Christ They Are A Pebble

P215_092425 Rom. 14:1-4 Don't Make A Mountain Out Of Your Problems. In Christ They Are A Pebble

Wednesday 24th September 2025

Explore how faith-training in the Gospel can help intercept addiction, transforming struggles into pebbles with God's grace.
15 minutes
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How it Happens with Colin Cook
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Faith and Recovery: Seeing Struggles as Pebbles

Episode Overview

  • Faith can transform personal struggles into manageable challenges.
  • Being 'weak in faith' means doubting God's acceptance amidst struggles.
  • Christ's atonement covers all sins, reducing the power of addiction.
  • Support those weak in faith rather than judging them.
  • God's grace is greater than any personal struggle.
"Your struggle is not going to separate you from God because God is going to be with you in that struggle."
Ever wondered what it takes to transform your life through faith? In this captivating episode of 'How it Happens with Colin Cook,' listeners are taken on a spiritual journey exploring the power of faith in overcoming addictions and personal struggles. Colin Cook delves into Romans 14:1-4, shedding light on the concept of being 'weak in faith' and how it relates to our everyday battles, be it with alcohol, drugs, or other habits.
He passionately explains that being weak in faith isn't about lacking strength but rather not believing that God accepts us with our struggles. Colin's interpretation of Paul's teachings provides a refreshing perspective, highlighting that God's grace is greater than any personal struggle. Through engaging anecdotes, he challenges the notion that one must overcome their vices to be accepted by God, emphasizing instead that Christ's atonement covers all sins.
Listeners are encouraged to support those weak in faith rather than judge them, fostering a community of understanding and compassion. With a touch of humour and humility, Colin navigates the complexities of faith and addiction, offering hope to those who feel disconnected from their spirituality due to their struggles. His message is clear: your battles do not define you, and with God's help, you can keep bouncing back.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking solace in their faith journey or looking to understand the profound connection between spirituality and recovery. How do you perceive your struggles in light of God's grace? Perhaps it's time to see them as mere pebbles rather than mountains.
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