Derek Steele

On Faith Street with Derek Steele, Senior Pastor of Faith Street Ministries in Tallahassee, Florida, saved by Jesus from a life of crime, drug addiction and despair

Derek Steele

  • Proclaiming Liberty Lesson Three - Addiction and the Family

Proclaiming Liberty Lesson Three - Addiction and the Family

Monday 11th November 2019

Pastor Derek Steele discusses addiction's impact on families and shares faith-based strategies for breaking generational bondages in this episode of 'On Faith Street'.
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On Faith Street with Derek Steele, Senior Pastor of Faith Street Ministries in Tallahassee, Florida, saved by Jesus from a life of crime, drug addiction and despair
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Healing Families: Faith and Recovery in 'Proclaiming Liberty Lesson Three'

All the craziness that was going on in my life was overflowing into their lives, and it was affecting them, not only them, but their children, their whole family, and it's a terrible thing how addiction can affect a family because you have these bonds one with another and oftentimes what's going on with one family member can also be going on with the other family member because that family member kind of influence the other family member and it can become a ball of confusion.
Ever wondered how addiction affects not just the individual but the entire family? Derek Steele, Senior Pastor of Faith Street Ministries, dives deep into this crucial topic in this episode of 'On Faith Street'. He starts by acknowledging that addiction is a family disease, bringing with it a whirlwind of emotions like embarrassment, sorrow, anger, and fear. These feelings often lead to cover-ups and confusion within the family unit.
Steele doesn’t just highlight the problem; he offers a pathway to healing. He emphasizes the power of confessing Jesus as Lord and harnessing faith to break every curse. He also talks about the influence of familiar spirits and unholy practices that perpetuate generational struggles. Steele encourages listeners to declare God's word over their lives daily and get involved in godly service as steps toward liberation.
If you're looking for a blend of spiritual guidance and practical advice on overcoming addiction and its impact on families, this episode is a must-listen.