Alive & Sober

In this episode of Alive & Sober with Reno Collier, Reno dives into one of the toughest aspects of loving someone in addiction: knowing when love means letting go. Using the story of the prodigal son from Luke 15:20, Reno explores the pain and hope in releasing the illusion that we can save others, and the importance of keeping our hearts soft even when our hands must let go. Reno shares personal insights on how we often wish we could control the actions of those we love, but ultimately, we can only control our own choices and trust God with the rest.

In this episode of Alive & Sober with Reno Collier, Reno dives deep into the struggle of loving someone battling addiction while facing overwhelming fear. Reno shares personal experiences with anxiety and fear, especially the paralyzing worry that comes when a loved one is in crisis. Drawing from Isaiah 41:10, "Fear not, for I am with you; I will strengthen you and help you," Reno explores how faith can be a source of strength and peace when fear feels uncontrollable. He discusses the tension between fear and love, and how trusting God can help us move forward even when we feel powerless.

Join Reno Collier on Alive & Sober as he dives into the tough but loving topic of boundaries, especially when it comes to loving someone struggling with addiction. In this episode, Reno shares personal stories and hard-earned wisdom about why setting boundaries is an act of love, not rejection. He discusses the challenges of being judged for stepping in, stepping back, or stepping away, and how these choices are often misunderstood by others. The conversation centers around Proverbs 4:23, "Keep your heart with all vigilance," and explores how protecting your own heart is essential to truly helping others.

In this episode of Alive & Sober with Reno Collier, Reno dives into the challenges of loving someone struggling with addiction. With honesty and vulnerability, he shares his personal experience as an alcoholic and the confusion and pain that both addicts and their loved ones face. Reno discusses the kind of love that endures even when it doesn’t make sense, referencing 1 Corinthians 13:7—“Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things.” He emphasizes that while there’s no perfect solution, turning to God is essential when the situation feels impossible.

In this powerful episode of Alive & Sober with Reno Collier, Reno sits down with Arnie Cole to share his raw and honest journey through addiction, loss, and ultimately, redemption. Reno opens up about what rock bottom really looked like for him—losing his home, marriage, and career in a matter of months—and how even at his lowest, he kept finding new bottoms. Together, Reno and Arnie discuss the mind games of addiction, the physical and emotional toll, and the struggle to find hope when everything seems lost.

Join Reno Collier on Alive & Sober as he shares a heartfelt message about God’s unwavering presence, even when we try to run from Him. Drawing from Deuteronomy 31:8, Reno reflects on his own journey of faith, addiction, and recovery, reminding us that God never leaves or forsakes us. Through honest storytelling and humor, Reno encourages listeners to reach out to those struggling with addiction, pray for them, and support each other in growing closer to God.

Join Reno Collier on Alive & Sober as he shares a heartfelt story about the power of having someone believe in you during recovery. Reno opens up about his journey to sobriety and the unwavering support of his wife, Sandy, whose daily love, patience, and faith in Jesus helped him push through the toughest moments. This episode centers on Galatians 6:9: "Let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up." Reno reflects on how one person’s belief can make all the difference, especially when you struggle to believe in yourself. Through personal anecdotes, football analogies, and honest prayer, Reno encourages listeners to keep fighting the good fight, trust in God’s timing, and never give up.

Join Reno Collier on Alive & Sober as he shares his personal journey of hitting rock bottom and discovering hope through faith. In this episode, Reno opens up about his struggles with addiction, the feeling of being trapped in a never-ending nightmare, and the moment he realized that rock bottom wasn't the end, but a new beginning. Drawing inspiration from Psalm 40:2, "He drew me up from the pit of destruction, out of the bog, and set my feet upon a rock, making my steps secure," Reno reflects on how God's unconditional love and grace provided a foundation for recovery and a renewed sense of purpose.

Join Reno Collier on Alive & Sober as he shares a heartfelt message about second chances, mercy, and the power of seeing others through God’s eyes. In this episode, Reno opens up about his own journey through recovery, reflecting on moments when he received grace he didn’t deserve. Centered on Titus 3:5, “He saved us, not because of works done by us in righteousness, but according to his own mercy, by the washing of regeneration and renewal of the Holy Spirit,” Reno explores how God’s mercy transforms lives and relationships.

In this episode of Alive & Sober with Reno Collier, Reno sits down with his lifelong friend Doug to explore the journey from rock bottom to recovery, focusing on the struggle to find faith and connection with God as an agnostic. Doug shares his powerful story of loss, addiction, and homelessness, describing the emptiness he felt—a "God-sized hole"—and how he tried to fill it with everything but faith. Through honest conversation, Reno and Doug discuss the challenges of resentment toward church, the difficulty of surrendering control, and the transformative power of community and spiritual connection in recovery.