Fr. Christophe Lepoutre and Ancient Faith Radio
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An Invitation to Heal
An Invitation to Heal
An Invitation to Heal
Tuesday 10th November 2015
Fr. Christophe Lepoutre blends 12-step recovery with Orthodox teachings, exploring how faith can transform addiction into spiritual growth.
44 minutes
Transformative
Healing
Informative
Hopeful
Encouraging
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Fr. Christophe Lepoutre and Ancient Faith Radio
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Religion & Spirituality
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Healing Relationships
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Nutritional Pathways to Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Transforming Affliction: Embracing Healing through Faith and Fellowship
We must firsthand experience the transformation of pain and hardship and affliction and by grace be healed, so that we truly know at a deep level what the holy crucifixion and the passion of our lord involves, as well as his resurrection.
Ever thought about how faith can play a role in overcoming addiction? In this episode, Fr. Christophe Lepoutre takes us on a journey through the first three steps of a 12-step fellowship, blending them with the teachings of the Holy Orthodox Church. He starts by emphasizing the importance of admitting defeat and seeking help, a crucial step whether you're following a 12-step program or turning to your spiritual community for support. Fr.
Christophe highlights the power of a deep, heartfelt confession with a spiritual father, which can uncover hidden patterns of sin and addictive behaviors. The second step invites us to believe that a power greater than ourselves can restore us to sanity. This isn't just about learning theology; it's about letting the Holy Spirit reveal the disguised patterns that have kept us trapped. Fr.
Christophe talks about the mystery of evil and sin, and how God's ultimate purpose is to redeem our afflictions and sufferings. He explains that sometimes, our afflictions, including addictions, are allowed by God to lead us to humility and healing. Fr. Christophe also delves into the idea that God uses our struggles to bring us closer to Him, satisfying our deepest hunger and thirst.
The Holy Orthodox Church teaches that becoming aware of our sins and taking action is fundamental to spiritual life. This episode encourages listeners to see their pain and hardship as an invitation from a loving Father who wants to adopt and heal them. By embracing this transformation, we can gain a deeper understanding of Christ's suffering and resurrection. Tune in to hear Fr.
Christophe's profound insights on how the Orthodox method of addiction treatment can guide you through the process of healing and spiritual growth.