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A Chat With Clif Roth Of Crosspoint Ministries (Archive - Part 2)
A Chat With Clif Roth Of Crosspoint Ministries (Archive - Part 2)
A Chat With Clif Roth Of Crosspoint Ministries (Archive - Part 2)
Wednesday 22nd May 2024
Join Wes Thompson and Austin Hill as they chat with Clif Roth about his journey through addiction, recovery, and the importance of open conversations.
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Get the buttons here!Overcoming Addiction: Clif Roth's Journey
Episode Overview
- Clif Roth discusses his early exposure to porn and its impact.
- Lack of guidance led to a cycle of shame and secrecy.
- Clif's struggle with addiction continued into his ministry career.
- A pivotal conversation with a seminary professor was life-saving.
- The importance of open discussions and seeking help.
The way I knew to deal with pain was look at porn.
In this episode of Relational Recovery, hosts Wes Thompson and Austin Hill continue their engaging conversation with Clif Roth from Crosspoint Ministries. Clif shares his deeply personal journey through the struggles of addiction, particularly focusing on his experiences with porn addiction that began in his teenage years. He recounts how the lack of guidance and open conversations about these issues led to a cycle of shame and secrecy.
Clif's story is one of intense battles and the pain of feeling isolated, even while pursuing a career in ministry. His candid recollection of hitting rock bottom in 2012 and the life-saving intervention from a seminary professor provides a powerful message of hope and redemption. This episode isn't just about the dark times; it's also about the moments of awakening and the ongoing journey towards healing.
If you're looking for a raw and honest discussion about overcoming addiction, this episode offers valuable insights and encouragement.