Redemption from Addiction
23 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsWelcome to Redemption from Addiction Podcast. This podcast is a ministry centered around the belief in Jesus Christ and the finished work he did on the cross. We aim to help people overcome their addiction(s) by sharing testimonies about we overcame and won the battle. The testimonies shared often have a common theme and that is how Jesus Christ touched our lives and walked us through the entire process and is still walking with us today. Our hope is that you will be touched by these stories and you will take the next step and invite Jesus into your life and let Him redeem you from the strongholds of addiction.
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Episodes
Crystal Thompson
June 20, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 56.3 MBIn this episode I am joined by Crystal Thompson who had a long and painful journey with a variety of different substances. It is safe to say that Crystal probably tried anything that would allow her to escape her painful reality of failed relationships and her mistaken identity of who she really was in the eyes of God. She spent many years where she wasn't able to see herself the way that God sees her, and only through the lens of what the world saw. She spent the last years of her addictio...
Stephen Thomas
May 16, 2022 09:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MBListen to Stephen Thomas share his story of redemption from porn and sex addiction. Which started from an early age of feeling neglected and isolated. Stephen is an extroverted person and desired relationships with people but had trouble navigating how to effectively approach them because pornography viewing was the way he thought people talked to each other. But God met him right when he needed him. He spoke through other people in dreams and visions to bring him into right relationship and...
Stephen McWhirter
May 02, 2022 10:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MBListen to singer songwriter, Stephen McWhirter share his testimony of redemption from addiction. He was transformed from a long addition to crystal meth into a worship leader. Stephen is best known for his association with Iron Bell Music. Songs like "God That Saves", "My Confidence", and "Belong to You" are most well known. Now Stephen has partnered with Jason Clayborn who has been nominated for several music awards. https://smjcmusic.com/ https://www.youtube.com/stephenmcwhirter https:...
Dr. Eddie Capparucci
April 11, 2022 02:00 - 1 hour - 42.1 MBListen to Eddie share his testimony of overcoming porn and sex addiction, to now being a licensed counselor who has spent the last 20+ years helping people, specifically men, overcome their own battle with the same issue. Eddie has written several books titled "Going Deeper: How the Inner Child Impacts Your Sexual Addiction ", "Removing Your Shame Label: Learning to Break Free of Shame and Feel God’s Love" , & "Why Men Struggle To Love: Overcoming Relational Blind Spots" Eddie has reveal...
Sue Bowles
April 03, 2022 23:00 - 1 hour - 42.9 MBMy guest this week is Sue Bowles who experienced a long battle with an eating disorder. Sue also talks about some struggles with her own identity while fight the urge to have to please people. Her story begins with a traumatic experience at seven years old. Through Sue's recovery, she has written a book titled "The Space Between". Sue is also a life coach and has a passion for helping people. Here are some reference links to learn more about Sue and her story: https://www.linkedin.com/in/s...
Dave Crooks
February 07, 2022 02:00 - 1 hour - 60.3 MBListen to Dave's story of redemption from alcohol and cocaine addiction that found him at a very young age. How he reached rock bottom from multiple overdoses and becoming a person that no one wanted to be around because of his unpredictable personality. Through a simple prayer of "God, if you're real - HELP ME!" - Dave was transformed from the inside out.
Desperation and Identity - The Story of Bartimaeus Being Healed by Faith
January 26, 2022 01:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBMark Chapter 10 contains the story of blind Bartimaeus being healed because of his faith. He pursued Jesus unashamed and desperate. Joe and Matt break down this story and how it relates to addiction healing and recovery.
Deliverance from Addiction - Dennis Andros
January 17, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 58.7 MBDennis Andros joins the podcast this week with Joe Young and I to share his testimony of being addicted to many different types of drugs including opiates, nitrous oxide, DMT, and other forms of hallucinogenic drugs. It led him to encounter demonic spirits that were seeking to kill him. Dennis ultimately called on the name of Jesus out of desperation from this torment. And Jesus encountered him in a powerful way and called him into deliverance ministries. Dennis Andros' YouTube channel link:...
Is Addiction Idolatry?
January 10, 2022 10:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MBCo-host Joe Young is joining me today to talk about how we create idols in our lives, how that relates to addiction, and what are some practical steps we take to avoid those pitfalls in our daily lives out of obedience to serving God with our lives. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmnCLNTZJclrkUvd2vT8OtA
Rachel McCants
December 27, 2021 11:00 - 43 minutes - 29.6 MBRachel McCants joins the podcast to share her testimony. Rachel is an author and has a ministry of uplifting daily encouragement to share with people.
Dr. Robb Kelly
October 10, 2021 23:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MBMy guest this week is Dr. Robb Kelly. Listen to Robb's amazing story of recovery from alcoholism to becoming the "Gordon Ramsey" of the addiction treatment world. Robb's treatment centers offer a 98% success rate, which is absolutely remarkable and unheard of. His faith in God is the single most important attribute to his success in helping people change their life. Make sure you listen to the entire episode. https://youtu.be/cc4zT4YDa8k https://robbkelly.com/
Early Stages of Recovery Questions
October 04, 2021 02:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MBWhat are some questions you should ask yourself as you make the big step into getting help and having a new life of recovery? In this episode we will cover a few questions that may be worth asking yourself to make sure your recovery is sustained. I also share what my experience has been like in recovery. Thanks for listening.
What Is Addiction?
September 15, 2021 01:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MBIn this episode, I am sharing a message that I felt compelled from the Lord to share with you all. I think that the information I share with you may give you some new insight into the mind of an addict.
Joseph Young
August 30, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 43.5 MBThis week's episode is Joseph's testimony of how he overcame so many different battles in his life. Joe beat T-cell Leukemia at a very young age, then had several years of on-again, off-again battles with addiction to various forms of opiates. Joe has been sober for 5+ years now and is very active in ministry helping other people experience Jesus through addiction and recovery programs. It was a complete honor to have him as a guest on the podcast this week.
Help for P0RN Addiction
August 23, 2021 09:00 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MBWho wants to talk about pornography addiction??? Nobody does...that is until now. This is a hard topic to discuss and rightfully so. It is probably the most shameful and humiliating topic that I can think of. I really felt that the Holy Spirit was really pressing on me to bring this discussion to the surface because if we don't address the elephant in the room and bring some solutions to the table, it will continue to get worse. My prayer is that you will find some comfort in knowing that ma...
Aaron Mark
August 02, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 74.8 MBThis week's episode is the testimony of Aaron Mark who battled addiction and severe anxiety. He was treating his anxiety with "spice" and marijuana but still wasn't finding happiness and fulfillment in his life. That is until he found Jesus and experienced the true meaning of having a personal relationship with Him. Listen to Aaron's testimony of redemption, not only from addiction, but from anxiety and depression.
Matthew Kennedy
July 26, 2021 09:00 - 2 hours - 89.2 MBListen to my own personal testimony about addiction. Holy Spirit made a way for this week's episode to be my own story. I hope that my testimony helps many of you who may have a similar experience of having an addiction to prescription pain medication. I want to give a special thanks to Jared Coker for taking the time to interview me and allow me to share my testimony. https://www.facebook.com/RedemptionFromAddictionPodcast [email protected] https://redemptionfromaddiction....
Mike Thornton
July 19, 2021 09:00 - 55 minutes - 76.7 MBListen to Mike's powerful testimony as he journeyed through what was an addiction to crack cocaine. This addiction took Mike places he never wanted to go, even to the point where his dad had to pay a ransom to keep him from being killed by a drug dealer. But when he made the first step into recovery, almost immediately he heard from the Lord of how much he was loved by his Heavenly Father because there was already a ransom paid by Jesus on the cross for Mike's life. And suddenly his desire...
Brandon Vincent
July 12, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 53.5 MBListen to Brandon's testimony of how he overcame his addiction to alcohol. Brandon is a close friend of mine who I owe a debt of gratitude because of his influence in my life in helping me see that it is okay to be vunerable and talk openly about addiction. Addiction is a difficult topic for many people; even people who are in recovery. Thank you Brandon for the fellowship and the friendship. May the Lord continue to bless you and your family.
Sunday School Superintendent, Husband, or Addict? Why Not All of the Above?...
July 05, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 47.8 MBEpisode #2 is the testimony of Ronnie who struggled with addiction to various substances for a period of about 4 years. His drug of choice became crack cocaine. Ronnie's addiction remained a secret to those that knew him during that time - even his newly married wife! On top of that, Ronnie continued to uphold his responsibilites as a Sunday school superintendent and his full-time job as a part of the hospital staff. That is until his secret life in the dark was brought to the light... Liste...
Ronnie Beeks
July 05, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 47.8 MBEpisode #2 is the testimony of Ronnie who struggled with addiction to various substances for a period of about 4 years. His drug of choice became crack cocaine. Ronnie's addiction remained a secret to those that knew him during that time - even his newly married wife! On top of that, Ronnie continued to uphold his responsibilites as a Sunday school superintendent and his full-time job as a part of the hospital staff. That is until his secret life in the dark was brought to the light... Liste...
Episode 1: Matt Dixon
June 28, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 75.2 MBMatt Dixon is an old friend who struggled with a 10 year addiction to different types of substances. In the end, heroine became his stronghold to overcome. Listen to Matt share his testimony about how Jesus met him in his addiction and became the center point to finding redemption from his addiction.
Matt Dixon
June 28, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 75.2 MBMatt Dixon is an old friend who struggled with a 10 year addiction to different types of substances. In the end, heroine became his stronghold to overcome. Listen to Matt share his testimony about how Jesus met him in his addiction and became the center point to finding redemption from his addiction.