Christians with Secret Addictions
Christians with Secret Addictions
CWSA - Step #6
CWSA - Step #6
CWSA - Step #6
Sunday 6th October 2024
Terry Hanna discusses Step #6 of recovery, focusing on letting God remove character defects. Discover hope and spiritual guidance for lasting change.
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Episode Overview
- Step #6 focuses on being entirely ready to let God remove character defects.
- Pride, comfort zones, and fear can hinder true transformation.
- Recovery requires discarding old behaviours and embracing a new life influenced by the Holy Spirit.
- Biblical references provide guidance and encouragement throughout the recovery journey.
- Community support is crucial for lasting recovery.
'Put to death the sinful things lurking within you.'
Are you ready to tackle Step #6 in your journey of recovery? In this episode of Christians with Secret Addictions, Terry Hanna takes you through the crucial sixth step of the 12-step recovery programme, grounded in biblical teachings. With over 31 years of recovery experience, Terry shares his personal struggles with addiction and the transformative power of faith.
He emphasises the importance of being 'entirely ready' to let God remove our character defects, drawing parallels with Colossians 3:5 – 'Put to death the sinful things lurking within you'. This episode dives into the necessity of discarding old behaviours to embrace a new life influenced by the Holy Spirit. Terry highlights the obstacles many face, such as pride, comfort zones, and fear, which can hinder true transformation.
Using powerful biblical references and real-life anecdotes, he illustrates how only through God's intervention can we achieve lasting recovery. The episode also features a moving story from John 5 about a man healed by Jesus at the pool of Bethesda, serving as a metaphor for breaking free from the paralysis of addiction. Terry reminds us that recovery is a team effort, encouraging listeners to seek support from recovery meetings and fellow believers.
If you're struggling with addiction or know someone who is, this episode offers hope, practical advice, and spiritual guidance to help you move forward. Don't miss out on this heartfelt and inspiring discussion – it could be the first step towards your new life.