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#143 - About Promises: Joshua 21:45 & Luke 9:59-62 (Dr. Shaw)
#143 - About Promises: Joshua 21:45 & Luke 9:59-62 (Dr. Shaw)
#143 - About Promises: Joshua 21:45 & Luke 9:59-62 (Dr. Shaw)
Monday 17th January 2022
Dr. Mark E. Shaw debunks three AA promises and contrasts them with biblical truths in this eye-opening episode of 'The Addiction Connection Podcast'.
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Get the buttons here!Debunking AA Myths: Dr. Shaw's Biblical Take on Addiction Recovery
So I would encourage you: get in the word, learn what god really says, trust that and then, and then, you'll find eternal life, and that's way better than anything this world can offer.
What if the promises you’ve been told about addiction recovery aren't as solid as they seem? In this thought-provoking episode of 'The Addiction Connection Podcast', Dr. Mark E. Shaw dives into the myths surrounding Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and contrasts them with biblical truths. Dr. Shaw takes a hard look at three key promises often heard in the self-help world of addiction recovery, revealing how they fall short compared to the promises found in Scripture.
First, he tackles the concept of admission versus confession. While AA suggests admitting powerlessness over alcohol, Dr. Shaw argues that true healing begins with confessing one’s transgressions to God, as highlighted in Proverbs 28:13. Is simply admitting enough, or does it conceal deeper issues? Next, Dr. Shaw questions the idea that a higher power can restore sanity.
He points out that the psychological community often labels addiction as a disease or disorder, but he suggests that sin is at the core of the issue, and only Jesus can offer true restoration. Finally, he scrutinizes the focus on sobriety as the ultimate goal. According to Dr. Shaw, this misses the mark by not aiming for a life that pleases Jesus. Sobriety is important, but is it the end-all-be-all?
If you're looking for a fresh perspective on addiction recovery that challenges conventional wisdom and offers spiritual depth, this episode is for you. Tune in to hear Dr. Shaw’s compelling arguments and consider a different path to true freedom.