Fellowship CR
Rodney Holmstrom
27. Can God Heal My Addictions? (Part 1)
27. Can God Heal My Addictions? (Part 1)
27. Can God Heal My Addictions? (Part 1)
Tuesday 9th May 2023
Rodney Holmstrom explores addiction's complexities, offering insights on healing through faith and community in 'Hope in Recovery'.
30 minutes
Hopeful
Empowering
Informative
Transformative
Supportive
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Recovery Reimagined
Recovery from Trauma
Healing Relationships
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Addiction affects everyone, and it stems from a sense of inner emptiness and disconnection.
- The cycle of addiction ensnares individuals, offering initial relief but ultimately leading to deeper despair and relentless searching.
- Genuine healing and transformation hinge on addressing core hurts, faulty beliefs, and embracing a new identity rooted in Christ.
- Vulnerability, truth, and reliance on the empowering presence of Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit are pivotal in the recovery journey.
- No addiction is insurmountable in the light of God's transformative power and the supportive community of Celebrate Recovery.
No addiction is too great. No pain, no hurt, hang-up, or broken relationship is too great. Jesus has the power and that's step one in this process.
Addiction often feels like a relentless cycle of despair, but Rodney Holmstrom offers a beacon of hope in this episode of 'Hope in Recovery'. Rodney takes us through his own battles with drugs, alcohol, and the often-overlooked addiction to perfectionism. He doesn't just skim the surface; he digs deep into the emptiness and disconnection that lie at the heart of addictive behaviors. You'll find his honesty refreshing and his insights invaluable, especially if you're grappling with similar struggles yourself.
Rodney paints a vivid picture of how addiction initially masquerades as a solution, only to trap you in a vicious cycle that leaves you feeling hollow and constantly searching for something more. But there's light at the end of the tunnel. Rodney underscores the transformative power of faith and community, particularly within the framework of Celebrate Recovery. He stresses that real healing comes from addressing deep-seated hurts and flawed beliefs, and embracing a new identity rooted in Christ.
This episode isn't just about understanding addiction; it's about finding practical ways to guard your thoughts and actions, and the importance of being vulnerable and truthful. Rodney’s message is one of hope and assurance: no addiction is too great to overcome with the support of a faith-based community and the empowering presence of Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit.