Embracing Faith: Overcoming Self-Exclusion in Addiction Recovery
Episode Overview
Faith can be a powerful tool in overcoming addiction. Self-exclusion often stems from feelings of guilt and shame. The Gospel is inclusive, inviting everyone to trust in God's mercy. Belief is about trust, not achieving perfection. Embrace God's love by letting go of self-imposed barriers.
"It's not God who excludes us, but that it is we who exclude ourselves."
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? Colin Cook's latest episode of 'How it Happens' offers a fresh perspective on faith and self-exclusion. Colin delves into the paradox of self-exclusion, explaining how people often feel they are not worthy of God's love due to guilt and shame. He argues that it's not God who excludes us, but rather we exclude ourselves from His grace.
Colin passionately discusses how faith can be a powerful tool in overcoming addiction, whether it's alcohol, drugs, or even obsessive worry. By embracing the Gospel's inclusive nature, listeners are encouraged to include themselves in God's love and mercy, regardless of their past struggles. This episode is a comforting reminder that faith is about trust, not perfection. It's an invitation to let go of self-imposed barriers and embrace the power of belief as a path to recovery.
Colin's insights are both challenging and uplifting, offering a new lens through which to view personal struggles with addiction. Are you ready to challenge your perceptions and embrace a more inclusive understanding of faith?