George and Bill discuss how the 12 steps aren't themselves the Gospel, but rather point us to the Gospel.  Then, Brent shares how God rescued him from a life of addiction and put him on a new path of wholeness and health.

God saved my life – Brent’s story

Bill and George look at how temptation and rebellion play a role in addiction.  They also discuss the truth about how just because a person makes a mistake doesn't mean they are a bad person - and how remembering this helps us experience forgiveness.

Breaking the diabolical cycle of addiction

Bill and George review the importance of each step in recovery.  Then, they feature several testimonies from residents of Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge that highlight how God can give people the power to find freedom from addiction.

Bill and George review the importance of each step in recovery.  Then, they feature several testimonies from residents of <a href="https://www.mntc.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge</a> that highlight how God can give people the power to find freedom from addiction.

Finding Freedom in Jesus

George and Bill consider what it means to live out recovery principles in every area of life. Then, they talk with Dan who was enmeshed in a life of drugs and alcohol, but found deliverance and healing through Jesus.

Delivered from drugs, DWIs and desperation – Dan’s story

Bill and George reflect on Step 2 of recovery which involves coming to believe in a power higher than ourselves that can restore us to sanity.  Then, Dar shares her story of getting lost in cocaine and alcohol addiction, but then finding lasting freedom and a new life of hope and joy in Jesus through Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge.

Bill and George reflect on Step 2 of recovery which involves coming to believe in a power higher than ourselves that can restore us to sanity.  Then, Dar shares her story of getting lost in cocaine and alcohol addiction, but then finding lasting freedom and a new life of hope and joy in Jesus through <a href="https://www.mntc.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge.</a>

Stepping into a new life

Recovery starts by admitting we are powerless over our addiction.  Bill and George focus on this important step of the recovery process. Then, Van shares his story of struggling with addiction, guilt and anger, but then finding hope at Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge.

Recovery starts by admitting we are powerless over our addiction.  Bill and George focus on this important step of the recovery process. Then, Van shares his story of struggling with addiction, guilt and anger, but then finding hope at <a href="https://www.mntc.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge</a>.

Finding freedom from guilt, anger and addiction – Van’s story

Bill and George discuss Step 3 which states, "I have made a decision to turn my will and my life over to the care of God as I understand Him."  Then, they talk with Tim Walsh, Vice President of Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge, about how addiction affects the brain and how we think.  Tim also offers ideas on dealing with cravings and how to avoid self-medicating.

Bill and George discuss Step 3 which states, "I have made a decision to turn my will and my life over to the care of God as I understand Him."  Then, they talk with <a href="https://www.unwsp.edu/bio/timothy-b-walsh" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tim Walsh</a>, Vice President of <a href="https://www.mntc.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge</a>, about how addiction affects the brain and how we think.  Tim also offers ideas on dealing with cravings and how to avoid self-medicating.

Dealing with addiction and self-medicating

In this encore episode of Real Recovery, Jim Moore from Minnesota Adult &amp; Teen Challenge speaks with Bill and George about his history of addiction, his son's experience with addiction, and how God can redeem it all.

In this encore episode of Real Recovery, Jim Moore from <a href="https://www.mntc.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Minnesota Adult &amp; Teen Challenge</a> speaks with Bill and George about his history of addiction, his son's experience with addiction, and how God can redeem it all.

Addiction, depression, and midlife crisis

Meditation is a key component to recovery.  Bill and George discuss meditation, then talk with John who shares his story involving several stints in rehab and how he is staying sober today.

The God of many chances – John’s story

Bill and George address inviting God to help us identify our character defects and then asking Him to remove these shortcomings in our life.  Then, they talk with Scott Abrams who became addicted to painkillers as a physician.  Scott shares how his faith in Jesus became real when he went to rehab and how God is using him in amazing ways today.  Scott's devotional book is "Freedom in the Fight."

Bill and George address inviting God to help us identify our character defects and then asking Him to remove these shortcomings in our life.  Then, they talk with <a href="https://www.faithinthestruggle.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott Abrams</a> who became addicted to painkillers as a physician.  Scott shares how his faith in Jesus became real when he went to rehab and how God is using him in amazing ways today.  Scott's devotional book is "<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Freedom-Fight-Scott-Abrams/dp/1939881196/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&amp;keywords=freedom%2Bin%2Bthe%2Bfight&amp;qid=1587942243&amp;sr=8-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Freedom in the Fight</a>."

Finding freedom in the struggle

I don’t have addictions to drugs or alcohol, but I struggle with food, and I absolutely have idols in my life that I need to lay at the foot of the cross. My dad and brother are active addicts. I have found hope in this podcast. It’s been so good to hear directly from people in recovery. I especially appreciate George.  Bill, I can’t forget you! Thanks for your humor and insights! Keep it up guys!

Thankful

These two gentlemen do it right.  They, along with the guests focus more on what they did to start their recovery and what they continue to do on a daily basis.  As addicts/alcoholics we all know the what happened and that we have problems.  What I personally seek out is what others did or are doing to sustain their recovery and strengthen their relationship with God, I get that from this program.  I use this program as another tool when my self will starts taking over or I feel week, it works for me every time if I set my will aside and just listen.  Love you two gentlemen from the depths of my heart and thank you for being a huge part of my recovery and catalyst for my relationship with Jesus Christ

The wrench for the monkey!!!!

Real Recovery

Once you've come to Jesus and He transforms your life, you want to tell others about Him!  This is actually the twelfth step in recovery and George and Bill discuss what that looks like.  Then, Janet shares her amazing testimony of how God broke her alcohol addiction and literally saved her life.

Saved by grace

George and Bill share some thoughts on Step 3 in recovery which involves living our lives for God.  Then, Mark offers his testimony of how drinking and drug use destroyed his marriage.  Thankfully, Mark's story doesn't end there as God helped him break his addictions and gave him a new life.

Breaking free of addiction

In our darkest hour, God can hear us and help us. Jamie shares his struggle with addiction and the night he cried out to God to save his life.

God, send somebody – Jamie’s story

Bill and George bring on Jedd to share the story of how a simple ADHD prescription put him on the road to hard drugs and jail time, and what finally turned him around.

Submitting to God’s authority

Bill and George discuss the importance of Step 1 in recovery and how surrendering to God is actually very freeing.  They then talk with Janet, an alcoholic, and her husband Patrick about staying sober during the holidays and how their marriage survived in the midst of addiction.

Staying sober during the holidays

Tim Walsh

Bill and George are joined by Dr. Tim Walsh, Vice President of MN Adult &amp; Teen Challenge. He encourages those in recovery to overcome hurts, habits, and hang-ups using the "one day at a time" approach.

Bill and George are joined by <a href="https://unwsp.edu/bio/timothy-b-walsh" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Dr. Tim Walsh</a>, Vice President of <a href="https://www.mntc.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">MN Adult &amp; Teen Challenge</a>. He encourages those in recovery to overcome hurts, habits, and hang-ups using the "one day at a time" approach.

Winning the daily battle with Dr. Tim Walsh

Bill and George take a look at recovery steps eight and nine which involve making amends and reconciling with those you've wronged.  Then, John shares his testimony of transformation and also reflects on how making amends in his life has led to incredible healing and hope.

Finding healing through making amends

Pam Lundell from the 98.5 KTIS morning show shares candidly about her late husband, John, who passed away in 2005 from an accidental overdose.

Losing a spouse to addiction

Bill and George welcome their friend Lyla, who tells her story of going through a marriage where alcoholism was the focus of everything, until she truly reached out to God and found a new life.

Being willing to put in the work

Recognizing your need for God is the first step in recovery. Bill and George converse about this and then talk with Steve who tells his story of getting sober before becoming a Christian, but then really finding meaning in life once he experienced Jesus in a fresh way.

Living a free, full life in Christ

Bill and George welcome Justin to the show, as he tells his story of an addiction to alcohol, and what it took to reach God. Or more accurately, for God to reach him.

God finds you at the perfect moment

Terry Francis, Program Director at Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge, literally had a gun in hand when a call saved his life. Terry shares his story and how he now encourages others who were on the brink of death to die to themselves to live in Christ.

Terry Francis, Program Director at <a href="https://www.mntc.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge</a>, literally had a gun in hand when a call saved his life. Terry shares his story and how he now encourages others who were on the brink of death to die to themselves to live in Christ.

Dying to self

Turning your will and life over to God is step three in recovery. George and Bill talk about this and then hear Jack's testimony, which involves going from a lavish life of riches, travel, and alcohol to nearly losing his marriage to finding sobriety and lasting joy in Jesus.

Walking away from alcohol

Keith A. joins Bill and George to share how, through many trials, God met him at his time of need even when he doubted himself.

Fully aware through God’s mercies

Bill and George explain how the 12 steps in recovery are actually a pathway to lasting sobriety. Then, they talk with Justin Lakemacher, program manager at Redemption House in Minnetrista, MN about how God can help in the struggle to stay sober.

Bill and George explain how the 12 steps in recovery are actually a pathway to lasting sobriety. Then, they talk with <a href="http://www.redemptionhouse.net/who-we-are" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Justin Lakemacher</a>, program manager at <a href="http://www.redemptionhouse.net/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Redemption House</a> in Minnetrista, MN about how God can help in the struggle to stay sober.

The struggle to stay sober

Amber spent her young life looking for a place to belong--but eventually found herself trapped in addiction. Then, she met the God who loves her...and makes beauty from the ashes of life.

A place to belong- Amber’s story

George and Bill discuss the importance of knowing Jesus as your Lord and savior and how this is the key to staying sober.  Then, Jeff shares his powerful story of redemption and how God is helping Him stay sober one day at a time.

Finding redemption

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