Christians with Secret Addictions
Christians with Secret Addictions
CWSA - Step #4
CWSA - Step #4
CWSA - Step #4
Sunday 15th September 2024
Explore step four of the 12-step recovery programme with Terry Hanna as he guides you through personal reflection and spiritual healing.
13 minutes
Inspiring
Compassionate
Informative
Supportive
Hopeful
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Episode Overview
- Step four focuses on taking a fearless moral inventory of your life.
- Addiction can lead to mental illness by damaging the brain.
- Spiritual warfare plays a role in addiction struggles.
- Biblical teachings offer guidance and hope for recovery.
- Community support is crucial for healing.
"Addiction is indeed demonic... but demons are no match for Jesus."
Step four of the 12-step recovery programme is a deep dive into personal reflection, and in this episode, Terry Hanna guides you through it with compassion and clarity. With over two decades of recovery experience, Terry shares his journey and the spiritual principles found in the Bible that have helped him and countless others find healing. He recounts a heartfelt story from a recent 12-step meeting where a newcomer asked some tough questions about addiction. Why can't we stop using?
Why do we hurt others? These are questions many of us have pondered, and Terry doesn't shy away from addressing them head-on. He explains how addiction can lead to mental illness by damaging our brains and how spiritual warfare plays a role in our struggles. But don't worry, there's hope. Terry reassures that demons, while powerful, are no match for Jesus Christ. Through biblical teachings and the support of a community, you can heal physically, mentally, and spiritually.
This episode emphasises the importance of taking a moral inventory of your life - a crucial step in the recovery process. It's about being honest with yourself, acknowledging your past mistakes, and understanding the root causes of your addiction. By doing so, you can start to dismantle the strongholds that have kept you in bondage. Terry's approach is both empathetic and practical, offering real-world advice on how to navigate this challenging but rewarding step.
So if you're ready to take a fearless moral inventory and start your journey towards healing, this episode is a must-listen. It’s not just about recovery; it’s about finding a new way of life through faith and community.