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The Refuge Ministry
The Refuge Ministry
The Importance Of Work In Recovery (Episode 1 - Archive)
The Importance Of Work In Recovery (Episode 1 - Archive)
Tuesday 18th March 2025
Explore the role of meaningful work in recovery with hosts Wes Thompson and Austin Hill. Discover how work can aid personal growth and healing.
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The Refuge Ministry
Overview:
Are you struggling with unwanted behaviors? Recovery is possible! In this podcast, you'll hear real stories of hope and healing. We represent an organization with 20+ years of experience helping peopl...(view more)
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Religion & Spirituality
Recovery from Trauma
Healing Relationships
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Work can be a cornerstone of personal growth and healing.
- Meaningful work connects us with others and brings joy.
- Christian perspective highlights the intrinsic value of work.
- Finding purpose in work can serve as an act of worship.
- Work helps us understand who we are as people.
God created us for connection, and part of that connection is the work that we do together
In this episode of the Relational Recovery podcast, hosts Wes Thompson and Austin Hill tackle the intriguing topic of the importance of work in the journey to recovery. This isn't just about holding down a job to pay the bills - they dive deep into how meaningful work can be a cornerstone of personal growth and healing.
Wes shares a personal anecdote about moving to Southern Ohio and noticing how many men were unemployed, which sparked his curiosity about the deeper significance of work. He reflects on his upbringing and how he was encouraged to develop a strong work ethic. The discussion then takes a spiritual turn as Wes and Austin explore the Christian perspective on work, drawing from the creation story in Genesis.
They discuss how being made in God's image includes a creative component, and how God inviting Adam to tend the Garden of Eden highlights the intrinsic value of work. The conversation is not just philosophical; it's practical too. They talk about how finding purposeful work can bring joy, connect us with others, and even serve as an act of worship.
If you're curious about how work can play a pivotal role in your recovery journey, this episode offers valuable insights and reflections that might just change your perspective. Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation that blends spirituality, psychology, and real-life experiences.