George and Bill discuss how the 12 steps aren't themselves the Gospel, but rather point us to the Gospel.  Then, Brent shares how God rescued him from a life of addiction and put him on a new path of wholeness and health.

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God saved my life – Brent’s story

Bill and George look at how temptation and rebellion play a role in addiction.  They also discuss the truth about how just because a person makes a mistake doesn't mean they are a bad person - and how remembering this helps us experience forgiveness.

Breaking the diabolical cycle of addiction

Bill and George review the importance of each step in recovery.  Then, they feature several testimonies from residents of Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge that highlight how God can give people the power to find freedom from addiction.

Finding Freedom in Jesus

George and Bill consider what it means to live out recovery principles in every area of life. Then, they talk with Dan who was enmeshed in a life of drugs and alcohol, but found deliverance and healing through Jesus.

Delivered from drugs, DWIs and desperation – Dan’s story

Bill and George reflect on Step 2 of recovery which involves coming to believe in a power higher than ourselves that can restore us to sanity.  Then, Dar shares her story of getting lost in cocaine and alcohol addiction, but then finding lasting freedom and a new life of hope and joy in Jesus through Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge.

Stepping into a new life

Recovery starts by admitting we are powerless over our addiction.  Bill and George focus on this important step of the recovery process. Then, Van shares his story of struggling with addiction, guilt and anger, but then finding hope at Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge.

Finding freedom from guilt, anger and addiction – Van’s story

Bill and George discuss Step 3 which states, "I have made a decision to turn my will and my life over to the care of God as I understand Him."  Then, they talk with Tim Walsh, Vice President of Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge, about how addiction affects the brain and how we think.  Tim also offers ideas on dealing with cravings and how to avoid self-medicating.

Dealing with addiction and self-medicating

In this encore episode of Real Recovery, Jim Moore from Minnesota Adult & Teen Challenge speaks with Bill and George about his history of addiction, his son's experience with addiction, and how God can redeem it all.

Addiction, depression, and midlife crisis

Meditation is a key component to recovery.  Bill and George discuss meditation, then talk with John who shares his story involving several stints in rehab and how he is staying sober today.

The God of many chances – John’s story

Bill and George address inviting God to help us identify our character defects and then asking Him to remove these shortcomings in our life.  Then, they talk with Scott Abrams who became addicted to painkillers as a physician.  Scott shares how his faith in Jesus became real when he went to rehab and how God is using him in amazing ways today.  Scott's devotional book is Freedom in the Fight.

Finding freedom in the struggle

Bill and George discuss owning our mistakes and changing destructive behavior. Then, Stu Fuhlendorf shares his journey from success and riches to losing everything, but ultimately finding hope and recovery. Stu's book is "Wall Street to the Well".

From fortune to faith – Stu Fuhlendorf’s journey

George and Bill discuss the importance of staying connected with others even while physically apart.  Then, David shares his story of going from never having taken drugs or a drink in his life to developing an addiction to pain killers.  He kicked the habit with God's help and is now ministering to other addicts as a pastor.

Recovering from addition to pain killers

Bill and George review the importance of making amends with others and the role God plays in that. Then we hear Ryan's story who is truly blessed to be alive after a terrible car crash nearly took his life.

A life redeemed – Ryan’s story

Bill and George check in on how they're coping with stay at home orders and social distancing and how these affect people in recovery.  Then, Elizabeth shares her story of battling an eating disorder and how God helped her love and see herself just as He sees her.

Seeing yourself as God sees you

Bill and George consider the role humility plays in recovery.  Then, hear the incredible testimony of Jay who went from running with a gang to ministering to addicts as a pastor.

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