A2D -from Addict to Disciple
A2D -from Addict to Disciple
# 277 It's Honest Work
# 277 It's Honest Work
# 277 It's Honest Work
Wednesday 22nd January 2025
David Hain shares the story of Toons, a drug dealer who called it 'honest work'. Discover his journey from the streets to finding hope.
10 minutes
Inspiring
Honest
Eye-opening
Raw
Supportive
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Episode Overview
- Rationalising bad choices can keep you stuck in harmful situations.
- Self-reflection is crucial for recognising and overcoming foolishness.
- Friends who respect your boundaries can still offer valuable support.
- Emotional struggles are part of the journey but can be overcome.
- Change is possible, no matter how deep you feel stuck.
One day I woke up and saw how foolish my life had become, and I knew I had to leave if I wanted a hope for a future
Ever wondered how someone can call dealing drugs 'honest work'? In this episode of A2D - From Addict to Disciple, David Hain wraps up the Wacky Wednesday series with the compelling story of Toons, a street corner drug dealer who rationalised his life choices by claiming he didn't mug anyone or rob stores. Through their conversations, David and Toons explore deep questions about foolishness, embarrassment, and the things that control our lives.
Toons' journey from a drug dealer to a waiter at a mall is a powerful testament to the possibility of change, even when it seems impossible. David uses this story to challenge listeners with questions that encourage self-reflection and honesty about their own lives. What foolishness are you caught up in? What makes you feel like a fool? And what must you do to find hope and a future?
This episode is filled with raw, honest dialogue and thought-provoking questions that will leave you contemplating your own crossroads in life. Tune in for a story that’s both eye-opening and inspiring, and see how one man's journey can offer valuable lessons for us all.