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Thanking God every single day for taking me out of the pit – Zach’s story
Thanking God every single day for taking me out of the pit – Zach’s story
Thanking God every single day for taking me out of the pit – Zach’s story
Monday 26th February 2024
Zach shares his powerful journey from addiction to faith, highlighting the transformative power of prayer and spiritual recovery.
50 minutes
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Religion & Spirituality
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Episode Overview
- Zach felt rescued rather than arrested, marking a turning point in his life.
- He found solace in the Bible during his time in prison.
- Daily practices like prayer and reading scripture are crucial for maintaining sobriety.
- Faith played a transformative role in Zach's recovery journey.
- Zach now helps others find their path to sobriety through sharing his experiences.
I wasn't really being arrested - I was being rescued.
In this episode of Real Recovery, Bill Arnold and George P. Fraser sit down with Zach to share his incredible journey from the depths of addiction to a life of faith and sobriety. Zach's story is one of hitting rock bottom and finding hope through divine intervention. He recalls feeling like he was being rescued, not arrested, and how that moment became a turning point in his life.
The episode also touches on the significance of Step 11 from the 12-step programme, which focuses on improving conscious contact with God through prayer and meditation. Zach opens up about his turbulent childhood, marked by family struggles with alcohol, and his descent into drug use at a young age. He describes how his life spiralled out of control, leading to legal troubles and eventual incarceration.
Yet, it was during his time in prison, particularly during the isolation of the COVID-19 lockdown, that Zach found solace in the Bible and began to rebuild his relationship with God. The hosts and Zach discuss the transformative power of faith, emphasising daily practices like prayer, reading scripture, and staying connected with a supportive community. Zach's story is a testament to the impact of divine guidance and the strength found in spiritual recovery.
He now dedicates his life to helping others find their path to sobriety, sharing his experiences to inspire hope and change. If you're looking for a powerful narrative of redemption and the role of faith in overcoming addiction, this episode offers both inspiration and practical advice. Zach's journey is a reminder that no matter how deep the pit, there's always a way out with faith and perseverance.