Benyi Johnson

Stairway to Redemption

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  • Episode 51: Spiritual Awakening

Episode 51: Spiritual Awakening

Friday 19th April 2024

Join Benyi Johnson as he chats with Luis about spiritual awakenings, maintaining spiritual fitness, and the power of community in recovery.
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Stairway to Redemption
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Benyi Johnson
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Spiritual Awakening: A Journey with Luis

Episode Overview

  • The importance of carrying the message to others in recovery.
  • Understanding the difference between wanting to stop drinking and being willing to go to any lengths.
  • The role of a higher power in maintaining spiritual fitness.
  • Living in the moment as a key aspect of recovery.
  • Practical advice for newcomers to AA.
"Lack of power is my dilemma, but willingness to go to any length is what makes the difference."
In this episode of Stairway to Redemption, host Benyi Johnson welcomes a truly remarkable guest, Luis, who happens to be his sponsor's sponsor. With a background of over 28 years in recovery, Luis shares his profound journey from the depths of addiction to becoming a guiding light for many in the recovery community. This episode dives deep into the concept of spiritual awakening and what it means to be spiritually fit.
Luis's story is both heart-wrenching and inspiring, as he recounts his initial struggles with addiction and his eventual path to recovery through the Big Book study meetings he now leads. Luis talks about his early days in the rooms of AA, where he first arrived in June 1996, left, and then returned in October of the same year, completely broken in spirit. His narrative is a testament to the power of perseverance and the importance of spiritual growth in recovery.
He emphasises how vital it is to carry the message to others and how this act has been a cornerstone of his own recovery. The conversation between Benyi and Luis is filled with wisdom and practical advice. They discuss the difference between merely wanting to stop drinking and being willing to go to any lengths to achieve sobriety. Luis also touches on the significance of living in the moment and maintaining spiritual fitness through a relationship with a higher power.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration and guidance on their own recovery journey. Luis's insights and experiences offer valuable lessons on the importance of spiritual growth and community support. Whether you're new to recovery or have been on the path for some time, this episode will leave you feeling hopeful and motivated. Why not take a break and tune in? You might just find the spark you need to continue your own journey towards sobriety.