Scripture vs. Temptation: Playing the Battlefield of Your Mind

Scripture vs. Temptation: Playing the Battlefield of Your Mind

Sober on Purpose

Jai Roza shares his journey through addiction and spiritual crises, revealing how a card game can help battle temptation with scripture and choice.

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54:0221 Mar 2026

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Scripture vs. Temptation: A Game-Changer in Addiction Recovery

Episode Overview

  • Understanding the power of choice in overcoming temptations.
  • Using scripture as a tool for mental battles.
  • Importance of setting healthy boundaries with love.
  • Finding unexpected divine interventions in everyday life.
  • Humour as a tool for healing and recovery.
"The mind is such a powerful thing in that aspect, which is why you see it throughout scripture."

What does a card game have to do with addiction recovery? Quite a lot, it turns out! In this engaging episode of 'Sober on Purpose,' host Tanya Gioia welcomes Jai Roza, the creative mind behind Eden's Conflict, a unique card game that pits scripture against temptation. Jai shares his personal journey through various struggles, including pornography addiction, substance abuse, and spiritual crises.

He talks about how these experiences inspired him to create a game that helps players understand the power of choice and scripture in overcoming temptations. Jai's story is both raw and hopeful, touching on the importance of setting boundaries and leaning into faith. He candidly discusses the challenges he faced, from childhood trauma to communing with spirits during a New Age phase, and how he ultimately found redemption through unexpected divine interventions.

The episode is peppered with humour and wisdom, making it a refreshing take on the serious topic of addiction recovery. Whether you're battling your own demons or supporting someone who is, Jai's insights offer a fresh perspective on finding strength and peace through faith. So grab a cuppa, settle in, and get ready to be inspired by Jai's journey and the transformative power of scripture.

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