The Refuge Ministry
The Refuge Ministry
jan 13th 2020
jan 13th 2020
jan 13th 2020
Monday 13th January 2020
Discover Chad's journey from addiction to recovery through faith and community support in this episode of 'Relational Recovery'.
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Get the buttons here!Faith and Second Chances: Chad's Journey to Recovery
I was actually sitting on my ottoman, ready to commit suicide when, out of the blue, pastor Mike Wells texts me and says: you're on my heart. I was completely shocked because I hadn't spoken to him, or anyone for that matter, in about two years. So I knew that God had intervened in that exact moment and I knew, okay, I could have taken the pride way out and said I'm okay. But I realized, okay, God is speaking through this man to me and I knew that I had to act quickly.
What happens when you hit rock bottom and think there's no way out? In this episode of 'Relational Recovery', we hear the compelling story of Chad, a man who battled addiction and found his way back through faith and community support. Hosted by The Refuge Ministry, which has over 20 years of experience in addiction recovery, this episode shines a light on the transformative power of Christian spirituality blended with psychological insights. Chad's journey is anything but smooth.
After leaving The Refuge Ministry once, he relapsed and found himself in a dark place, even contemplating suicide. Just when things seemed hopeless, a text from Pastor Mike Wells, whom Chad hadn't spoken to in two years, changed everything. This unexpected message was the lifeline Chad needed, reminding him that he wasn't alone and that God was reaching out to him through Pastor Wells. Returning to The Refuge Ministry, Chad began to rebuild his life.
Throughout the episode, he shares his reflections on his struggles and the lessons he's learned along the way. He emphasizes the crucial role of support and community in recovery, the importance of self-reflection, and the incredible gift of second chances. Chad also talks about how the messages of hope in the Bible gave him the strength to keep going. Listeners will gain insights into the science of behavior change and how it can be applied to the recovery journey.
The episode highlights how blending Christian spirituality with psychological strategies can offer a powerful path to overcoming addiction. The Refuge Ministry's approach has successfully helped many people, including Chad, find hope and healing. This episode ends with an encouraging call to action for anyone struggling with addiction to seek help and start their own journey to recovery. With faith, community support, and the right resources, overcoming addiction is possible.
Tune in to hear Chad's inspiring story and find your own path to a fulfilling life.