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The God of many chances – John's story
The God of many chances – John's story
The God of many chances – John's story
Sunday 10th May 2020
John shares his incredible journey from addiction to recovery through faith, meditation, and unexpected encounters.
50 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Authentic
Healing
Encouraging
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Religion & Spirituality
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Meditation and scripture memorisation can aid in sobriety.
- Surrendering to a higher power is crucial for recovery.
- Unexpected encounters can lead to pivotal life changes.
- Faith and community support play significant roles in healing.
- Honesty and transparency are vital in rebuilding relationships.
Who are you to hold on to something that doesn't belong to you?
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? Tune into the latest episode of Real Recovery where Bill Arnold and George Fraser bring you an engaging conversation with John, a professional golfer with a riveting tale of redemption. John's story takes us from his rebellious phase starting in first grade, through military jail, and into a battle with cocaine and ecstasy addiction.
His journey is peppered with unexpected encounters, like a church visit that offered solace and strangers who extended a helping hand when he needed it most. John shares how meditation, prayer, and scripture memorisation have been crucial in his recovery process. He opens up about his struggles with authority and the downward spiral that led him to the brink of suicide. Yet, in his darkest moments, John found unexpected support and ultimately, a transformative relationship with Christ.
Listeners will be captivated by John's honesty as he recounts the lies that surrounded his life and the pivotal moment of surrender that changed everything. With light-hearted banter between Bill and George, this episode offers both humour and hope, demonstrating that recovery is not a straight path but a series of steps towards healing. Join John as he shares how he's rebuilding his life, focusing on being a better father and husband, while exploring the promises found in the Bible.
Could John's story be the inspiration you need to embrace change and seek support in your own recovery journey? Dive in and find out!