Jimmie Hale Mission, Ryan Bartels
ryan@jimmiehalemission.com (Jimmie Hale Mission)
Four Shots, Two Murders - Barry's Story
Four Shots, Two Murders - Barry's Story
Four Shots, Two Murders - Barry's Story
Monday 11th January 2021
Listen to Barry's inspiring story of overcoming crack addiction and homelessness on 'Transformation Waves'.
30 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Hopeful
Compassionate
Encouraging
About this podcast
Author:
Jimmie Hale Mission, Ryan Bartels
Overview:
Categories:
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Success Stories
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Creative Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episodes:
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Get the buttons here!Barry's Path from Darkness to Light: A Tale of Redemption
I learned that the only way to overcome my addiction and homelessness was to surrender and turn my life over to God. He gave me the strength and courage to keep going, even when it seemed impossible.
Barry's story is one of those you can't forget. Growing up in the tough streets of Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn, he was no stranger to violence and drugs. Despite his mother's efforts to keep him on the right path, Barry found himself skipping school, smoking marijuana, and gambling away his time in video game arcades. But things took a turn for the worse when his brother and best friend were murdered.
The grief drove Barry into the depths of crack addiction and eventually left him homeless. In this episode of 'Transformation Waves', Barry opens up about his spiral into addiction and how he found a lifeline at The Jimmie Hale Mission in Birmingham, Alabama. The mission offered him not just shelter and food, but a community that helped him regain his footing.
Barry shares how faith played a crucial role in his recovery, giving him the strength to overcome what seemed like insurmountable odds. His story is a stark reminder of how quickly life can change and how important it is to seek help when you need it. Barry's message is clear: no matter how dark things get, there's always a way out.
His journey from the streets to a life filled with hope and purpose serves as an inspiration for anyone facing similar struggles. Tune in to hear Barry's powerful words and find your own spark of hope.