FaithQuest Perspectives

How it Happens with Colin Cook

FaithQuest Perspectives

  • P221_100625 Rom. 14:17 Peace And Joy In The Holy Spirit

P221_100625 Rom. 14:17 Peace And Joy In The Holy Spirit

Monday 6th October 2025

Explore Colin Cook's insights on using faith to intercept addiction. Discover how righteousness and joy can lead to recovery.
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How it Happens with Colin Cook
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Finding Peace and Joy in Faith with Colin Cook

Episode Overview

  • Faith-training can help intercept various addictions.
  • Emphasise righteousness, peace, and joy over trivial controversies.
  • Accept imperfections; salvation through Christ is key.
  • Support those weak in faith; pursue peace within the community.
  • Spiritual joy is essential for living a Christian life.
"The kingdom of God is not eating and drinking, but righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit."
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? Dive into this engaging episode where Colin Cook discusses the nuances of faith and addiction recovery. Colin explores how faith-training in the Gospel of Christ can intercept various addictions, whether it's alcohol, drugs, food, or obsessive worry. He reflects on the teachings of Paul from Romans 14:17, emphasising the importance of righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit over trivial controversies and judgments.
With light humour and deep insights, Colin unpacks how Christians can find solace and strength through faith rather than getting bogged down by minor doctrinal differences. He shares personal anecdotes of his own struggles with guilt and anxiety, revealing how he learned to cherish peace and joy as central to his faith journey. You'll hear Colin's thoughts on accepting imperfections and embracing the core message of salvation through Christ.
He encourages listeners to uplift those who are weak in faith and pursue peace within the community. This episode is a refreshing reminder that the essence of faith lies in love, acceptance, and the joy that comes from knowing Christ as our saviour. So, what drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? Could it be the promise of peace and joy in the Holy Spirit? Tune in to find out!
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