The Refuge Ministry
The Refuge Ministry
Bearing Fruit (Episode 3)
Bearing Fruit (Episode 3)
Bearing Fruit (Episode 3)
Tuesday 15th April 2025
Explore how tough grace can lead to personal growth and stronger relationships through love and patience. Join Wes and Austin for an engaging discussion.
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Get the buttons here!Embracing Tough Grace: Finding Strength in Love and Patience
Episode Overview
- Tough grace is about growth through difficult situations, not harshness.
- True strength comes from love, patience, and kindness.
- Accountability should be balanced with compassion.
- The 'fruits of the spirit' are key qualities in recovery.
- Avoid self-righteous attitudes; focus on genuine care for others.
"Love does not delight in evil, but rejoices in truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres."
In this episode of the Relational Recovery podcast, hosts Wes Thompson and Austin Hill dive into the concept of 'tough grace'. They clarify that tough grace is not about being harsh or harmful, but rather about going through difficult situations to produce positive outcomes. The conversation centres around the idea that true strength and growth come from love and patience, rather than from rigid or self-righteous attitudes.
The hosts discuss how important it is to approach others with kindness, joy, and peace - qualities they describe as the 'fruits of the spirit'. They also reference 1 Corinthians 13 to illustrate what love looks like in practice: patient, kind, and not easily angered. The episode is filled with personal anecdotes and reflections on how tough grace has manifested in their own lives, making it a relatable and engaging listen.
If you're interested in understanding how to balance accountability with compassion in your recovery journey, this episode offers valuable insights.