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The grace that disrupts the power of sin – Ben and Sarah’s story
The grace that disrupts the power of sin – Ben and Sarah’s story
The grace that disrupts the power of sin – Ben and Sarah’s story
Sunday 10th March 2024
Join Ben and Sarah as they share their powerful journey of faith, recovery, and the importance of community in overcoming addiction.
50 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Community is crucial for long-term sobriety.
- Grace can disrupt the power of sin in one’s life.
- Family support plays a significant role in recovery.
- Faith can provide strength and guidance through tough times.
- Personal commitment to a dry household aids in maintaining sobriety.
You don't stay sober without a community. You might achieve abstinence for a while, but we need other people to be around.
In this episode of Real Recovery, hosts Bill Arnold and George Fraser welcome Ben and his wife Sarah to share their powerful journey of faith and recovery. Ben, the son of a pastor and missionary, opens up about his struggle with addiction despite his religious upbringing. It wasn’t until college that he felt a genuine call from God, which set him on a path to sobriety and spiritual renewal.
Ben and Sarah now live by the teachings of Romans 6:14, embracing a life free from the power of sin through grace. They discuss the importance of community in recovery, highlighting how support from others can make all the difference. With anecdotes about their experiences, including Ben's rebellious youth and Sarah's commitment to a dry household, the episode is filled with heartfelt moments and reflections on faith's transformative power.
The hosts also touch on Bruce Alexander’s Rat Park experiment, using it as a metaphor for the necessity of community in overcoming addiction. This episode offers a blend of personal stories, spiritual insights, and practical advice for anyone on the path to recovery. If you're looking for inspiration and real-life examples of overcoming addiction through faith and community, this episode is a must-listen.