Embracing Powerlessness: Insights from The Recovery Guys
If sin is a failure for us to love and we're curved in on ourselves, you know god has never failed in that way. That's who he is, not what he does, but who he is.
Ever felt like you're constantly battling to control everything in your life? In this episode of 'The Recovery Guys Podcast', hosts Todd Scott and Matt Guevara continue their deep dive into Principle 1 of Celebrate Recovery: Realize I’m Not God. They unpack the liberating concept of admitting powerlessness and discuss how this admission is the first step towards genuine transformation.
Through their engaging conversation, Todd and Matt touch on everything from the metaphor of 'The Glass Onion' to why Matt's soccer coach might have been wrong about winning and losing. They also explore how scoreboards and referees can symbolize our tendencies to compare ourselves to others and justify our actions. With humor and heartfelt anecdotes, the hosts illuminate the dangers of not embracing this principle and the freedom that comes with acknowledging our spiritual poverty.
Whether you're new to recovery or a seasoned veteran, Todd and Matt's reflections offer valuable insights into living a more authentic and whole life. Tune in for an episode that's both thought-provoking and uplifting.