Randy Mortensen

God Took Me to Las Vegas

Randy Mortensen

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Back to God with Randy

Wednesday 20th March 2024

Randy Mortensen shares his journey from addiction and personal loss to finding faith and sobriety. A must-listen for anyone seeking hope and inspiration.
28 minutes
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Hopeful
Supportive
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Honest

About this podcast

God Took Me to Las Vegas
Author:
Randy Mortensen
Overview:
Categories:
Religion & Spirituality
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Body & Mind
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Episodes:
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Finding Faith and Sobriety: Randy Mortensen's Journey

Episode Overview

  • Randy Mortensen shares his journey from addiction to sobriety.
  • The tragic loss of Randy's son due to medical negligence.
  • How faith and community support played crucial roles in his recovery.
  • Randy's involvement with the Central Florida Christian Chamber.
  • Practical advice for those struggling with addiction.
The privilege and the blessing is all mine today, brother. I feel like God lets me hang out with real talent and important people sometimes.
In this heart-wrenching yet inspiring episode of 'God Took Me to Las Vegas,' Randy Mortensen shares his incredible journey from addiction and personal loss to finding faith and sobriety. As a guest on 'Back to God Radio,' Randy opens up about his struggles, including the tragic death of his son due to medical negligence and his battles with alcoholism that began at the tender age of 13.
Despite these hardships, Randy's story is one of resilience and transformation, illustrating how faith can be a powerful force for change. He recounts his upbringing in a small-town Lutheran church, where he initially struggled to find a personal connection with God. It wasn't until a business associate shared the gospel with him that Randy truly began his spiritual journey.
This episode also touches on the importance of community and support systems, particularly within faith-based organisations like the Central Florida Christian Chamber and the U.S. Christian Chamber of Commerce. Randy's tale is not just about overcoming addiction but also about discovering a deeper purpose in life through serving others. His experiences in Haiti and his work with RPM Global Advisors highlight how he's turned his past struggles into a mission to help others.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking hope and inspiration in their own recovery journey. Randy's candid reflections and practical advice offer valuable insights into the power of faith, community, and self-love. So grab your favourite non-alcoholic beverage, settle in, and prepare to be moved by Randy's incredible story.