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ERVIN LEE – “FROM BEER TO THE BIBLE” 6 15 24
ERVIN LEE – “FROM BEER TO THE BIBLE” 6 15 24
ERVIN LEE – “FROM BEER TO THE BIBLE” 6 15 24
Saturday 15th June 2024
Ervin Lee shares his journey from addiction to faith-based recovery, criticising enabling policies and advocating for compassionate treatment.
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Episode Overview
- Criticism of San Francisco's free alcohol programme for homeless alcoholics.
- Ervin Lee's journey from successful businessman to recovering alcoholic.
- The role of faith in overcoming addiction.
- Importance of immediate access to treatment resources.
- 'From Beer to the Bible' offers spiritual sobriety kits for those entering treatment.
If you're feeding and keeping me addicted, why would I ever want to seek sobriety?
Ever wondered how a faith-based recovery programme can change lives? In this episode of American Medicine Today, the hosts dive into a controversial topic: a programme in San Francisco that offers free vodka and beer to homeless alcoholics. Joining the discussion is Ervin Lee, founder of 'From Beer to the Bible', who shares his powerful journey from addiction to sobriety. Lee passionately criticises the San Francisco initiative, arguing that it perpetuates addiction rather than offering real help.
He believes funds should be redirected towards prevention, treatment, and aftercare. Lee's own story is a gripping tale of transformation. Once a successful businessman with a Fortune 500 career and a liquor store chain, he found himself trapped in the cycle of alcoholism. Despite having what many would call the American dream, he felt empty and purposeless. Alcohol became his crutch, leading him down a path of self-destruction.
His candid recounting of hitting rock bottom and seeking divine intervention adds a deeply personal touch to the episode. Through his recovery, Lee realised the importance of immediate access to treatment. He shares how difficult it was for his wife to find a suitable treatment centre, which inspired them to create their own ministry. 'From Beer to the Bible' aims to provide swift access to resources and support for those battling addiction.
They even offer a 'spiritual sobriety kit' that includes essential items for those entering treatment, emphasising the importance of both physical and spiritual nourishment. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in addiction recovery, faith-based initiatives, or social justice issues. Lee's story is not just about overcoming addiction; it's about finding purpose and helping others do the same. His passionate plea for compassion and effective treatment over enabling policies is both thought-provoking and inspiring.
Tune in to hear more about how love and faith can pave the way to recovery.