Compass Podcast: Finding the spirituality in the day-to-day

[150] Spiritual Lessons from Recovery: Ben Gosden on Faith and Transformation


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Transforming Life and Faith: Ben Gosden on Compass: Finding spirituality in the everyday.

Join us for an inspiring discussion with Ben Gosden as he shares his transformative journey through addiction, recovery, and the ever-present grace that guided him back to spiritual alignment. Explore Ben’s insights on how the tenets of recovery not only shape one’s faith journey but influence daily habits and mindfulness.

Ben Gosden, a pastor and author of “Grace Rediscovered,” has over fifteen years of pastoral experience. His book chronicles his personal path to recovery and deeper spiritual understanding. For those seeking spiritual growth or grappling with their own challenges, Ben offers a candid look at the power of prayer, humility, and acceptance. Discover how aligning your daily life with your core values can lead to genuine spiritual richness and connection.

Tune in and be open to the transformative grace and spirituality that beckon us in our everyday lives.

Find notes and more episodes at www.umc.org/compass

(00:00) Addiction, Recovery, and Grace

(05:40) Alcohol Addiction: A Personal Journey
(08:48) Overcoming Evening Temptations
(11:34) Embracing Humility: God Isn’t You
(13:58) From Requests to Surrender
(16:11) Letting Go: Faith and Acceptance
(21:53) Values: A Checkbook and Calendar Audit
(23:30) Practicing Margin Time
(27:02) Balancing Work and Personal Time
(31:22) Compass Podcast Episode Recap

Keywords: spirituality, faith journey, recovery, transformation, addiction, grace, spiritual alignment, prayer, humility, acceptance, Ben Gosden, “Grace Rediscovered”, pastoral experience.

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