Fr. Christophe Lepoutre and Ancient Faith Radio
Fr. Christophe Lepoutre
Steps 3 and 11 - Developing a Relationship with God to Do His Will
Steps 3 and 11 - Developing a Relationship with God to Do His Will
Steps 3 and 11 - Developing a Relationship with God to Do His Will
Saturday 9th July 2016
Explore Steps 3 & 11 with Fr. Christophe Lepoutre, blending Orthodox spirituality and 12-step recovery for a deeper connection with God.
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Fr. Christophe Lepoutre and Ancient Faith Radio
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Episode Overview
- Developing a relationship with God is crucial for healing.
- Steps 3 and 11 focus on aligning one's will with God's.
- Humility and obedience are key components of recovery.
- Rebuilding trust in God can aid in overcoming addiction.
- Forgiveness helps clear misunderstandings about God's intentions.
"Our whole life must be committed to doing God's will, because ultimately God's will is to heal every man, woman, and child."
What can we learn from those who have battled addiction? In this episode, Fr. Christophe Lepoutre dives into the importance of Steps 3 and 11 in the 12-step recovery process, highlighting the need for a deeper relationship with God. Fr. Christophe, an Orthodox priest and psychotherapist, brings his unique perspective to the table, intertwining traditional 12-step methods with the spiritual teachings of the Holy Orthodox Church.
You'll hear about the role of humility and obedience in healing and how turning one's will over to God can pave the way for true recovery. Fr. Christophe explains how many struggling with addiction or codependency have lost their ability to trust in God's provision. He stresses the importance of rebuilding this trust and learning to live by faith, which is often shattered by past experiences.
The episode also touches on the significance of forgiving those who have wronged us, as holding onto resentment can skew our understanding of God's intentions. Listeners are encouraged to consider the Orthodox perspective on healing, which involves aligning one's will with God's through prayer, fasting, and sacraments. This alignment not only aids personal recovery but also fosters a deeper communion with others and oneself.
The episode serves as a reminder that no matter how far gone one might feel, there is always hope and a path to healing. Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? Tune in for an enlightening discussion that blends spiritual wisdom with practical recovery steps. Remember, the journey to sobriety is as much about spiritual growth as it is about abstaining from substances.