Christians with Secret Addictions
Christians with Secret Addictions
CWSA Step #2
CWSA Step #2
CWSA Step #2
Sunday 18th August 2024
Explore Step #2 of recovery with Terry Hanna as he shares how faith in a higher power can restore sanity and offer hope in overcoming addiction.
13 minutes
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Hopeful
Supportive
Compassionate
Encouraging
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Episode Overview
- Step #2 focuses on believing in a higher power to restore sanity.
- Addiction is described as insanity—doing the same things expecting different results.
- Community support and meetings are crucial for recovery.
- Biblical references provide spiritual guidance and hope.
- Faith in Jesus Christ is essential for overcoming addiction.
Doing the same things over and over again expecting different results—that's insane.
In this episode of 'Christians with Secret Addictions', Terry Hanna dives into Step #2 of the 12-step recovery process, which centres on believing in a power greater than ourselves to restore sanity. Terry, a Christian with over two decades of recovery experience, shares his journey and the significance of faith in overcoming addiction. He emphasises the insanity of addiction, describing it as doing the same things repeatedly and expecting different results.
Terry uses vivid metaphors and personal anecdotes to illustrate how addiction spirals out of control and the role of Satan in perpetuating this destructive cycle. Terry highlights the importance of community and support, quoting Proverbs 15:22 to stress that 'many advisors bring success'. He encourages attending various recovery meetings, whether it's Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, or 12-step Christian meetings, to witness the restoration of normality in others.
This step, often called the 'hope step', is about seeing the miracles in others' lives and finding faith in God's power to heal. Terry's storytelling is both compelling and relatable, drawing from biblical references like the resurrection of Lazarus to demonstrate that no one is too far gone for recovery. He reassures those struggling with addiction that with God's power, they can break free from their 'grave clothes' of fear, doubt, guilt, and shame.
Terry's message is clear: faith in Jesus Christ is essential for recovery and sanity. If you're grappling with addiction or supporting someone who is, this episode offers a blend of spiritual guidance and practical advice. Terry's candid reflections and unwavering faith provide a beacon of hope for anyone on the path to recovery. Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights and find encouragement on your journey.