Stephen Arterburn
Steve Arterburn
Surrendering to His Calling
Surrendering to His Calling
Surrendering to His Calling
Monday 16th February 2026
Join Jason Mueller as he shares his journey from resisting a spiritual calling to becoming a minister, focusing on forgiveness and faith-based recovery.
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Stephen Arterburn
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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Episode Overview
- Forgiveness is key to experiencing personal freedom.
- Integrating faith with the 12-step program enhances recovery.
- Community support plays a vital role in healing.
- Sharing personal stories can inspire and motivate change.
- Faith-based resources like Life Recovery Bibles have a profound impact.
"When we forgive another person, we're the ones who experience the freedom."
What can we learn from those who have battled addiction? In this episode of 'Life Recovery Today,' Steve Arterburn sits down with Jason Mueller, a care pastor at Ransom Church in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Jason shares his journey from resisting a spiritual calling at age 12 to becoming an ordained minister after a transformative experience at 39. His story is a testament to the power of surrender and the impact of faith-based recovery.
Jason discusses the role of forgiveness in freeing oneself from the burdens of resentment and bitterness. He emphasises how carrying grudges is like lugging around a heavy bag of cement, weighing down the soul. Through his ministry, Jason has seen firsthand the life-changing effects of integrating the 12-step program with biblical teachings. His work in prisons, providing Life Recovery Bibles to inmates, has sparked a ripple effect of transformation, with many seeking baptism and new beginnings.
The episode highlights the importance of community support in recovery, as Jason recounts the successes of freedom groups that focus on sharing pain and healing together. His approach is rooted in the belief that true recovery involves worshipping God and caring for one another in community. With humour and sincerity, Jason's story is one of redemption and hope, encouraging listeners to consider what they might need to let go of to find freedom.
If you're curious about how forgiveness can set you free or how faith can guide recovery, this episode offers both inspiration and practical insights. What burdens are you ready to release?