Fellowship CR

Hope in Recovery

Rodney Holmstrom

  • 117. Facing our Character Defects.

117. Facing our Character Defects.

Tuesday 28th January 2025

Explore Step 7 of Celebrate Recovery with Rodney Holmstrom as he discusses humility, surrender, and overcoming character defects.
29 minutes
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Encouraging
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Hope in Recovery
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Fellowship CR
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Recovery Reimagined
Recovery from Trauma
Healing Relationships
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Humbly Embracing Change: Overcoming Character Defects

Episode Overview

  • Humility is essential in recognising that only God can remove our shortcomings.
  • Steps 6 and 7 are interconnected, guiding us towards maturity and growth.
  • Trusting God's timing is crucial as transformation is a gradual process.
  • Patience and surrender are key to overcoming character defects.
  • Celebrate Recovery principles are rooted in biblical teachings.
It's my recognising that only God can truly remove these shortcomings
Rodney Holmstrom takes listeners on a deep dive into Step 7 of the Celebrate Recovery principles in this episode of 'Hope in Recovery'. Tackling the challenging topic of character defects, Rodney explores what it means to humbly ask God to remove our shortcomings. He highlights the importance of humility and surrender, emphasising that true change comes from recognising that only God can purify us from our flaws.
Rodney shares his personal experiences and reflections, offering a relatable and encouraging perspective for those on their recovery journey. The episode is rich with biblical references, such as 1 John 1:9 and James 4:10, underscoring the spiritual foundation of the recovery process. Rodney also discusses the interconnectedness of Steps 6 and 7, explaining how they collectively guide us towards maturity and growth.
He stresses the need for patience and trust in God's timing, reminding us that transformation is a gradual process. With a mix of personal anecdotes, biblical wisdom, and practical advice, this episode provides valuable insights for anyone seeking to overcome their character defects and grow in their faith. Rodney's compassionate and supportive approach makes this episode a must-listen for those in recovery or supporting someone on their journey.