Bridging Faith and Recovery: Honest Conversations with Chuck
At the junction of faith and recovery, the only reality that we have to sell is by some miraculous grace, the spirit gives us the ability to look and smell and taste like Jesus, and that's not something we do, that's not something we choose to do.
What happens when church members sit down for an open chat with those on the path to recovery? In this episode of the 'Lazarus Recovery Podcast', Chuck, who has spent over four decades immersed in both faith and recovery, invites listeners to explore this compelling intersection. Drawing from his rich experiences, Chuck challenges church folks to engage in genuine conversations with recovery individuals.
He emphasizes the importance of self-reflection before spreading the message and reminds everyone that embodying the essence of Jesus is a gift of grace, not a choice. Chuck’s reflections on the hurdles faced by church communities in welcoming recovery individuals, the role of Jesus in the recovery journey, and the shared values between faith and sobriety are insightful and thought-provoking. Tune in to hear Chuck's candid take on how these two worlds can not only coexist but enrich each other.