From Beer to the Bible

Ervin interviewed Laura Didier, whose son died of an accidental fentanyl overdose two days after Christmas 2020. They discussed the story of Laura's son, Zach, how dangerous fentanyl can be, and the steps we can take as a society to spread awareness of this deadly epidemic.

Sarah is joined by guest Scott Graham, the Prison Ministry Pastor for Gateway Churth, to discuss his journey through imprisonment and sobriety in marriage. Today's scripture is 1 Corinthians 13:4-7.

Ervin is joined by guest co-host Bruce Riley to discuss the importance of both Christ and family during trials, the problems of competing to see who is "closest to God", and how Bruce sees his tests in life as an opportunity to test his trust in God. Today's scripture is 2 John: 12.

Each of us has been given specific spiritual gifts and when we come together in fellowship it's like us as a whole demonstrating the glory of God. Today's scripture is Psalm 3:3.

Ervin and Sarah are joined by PJ Dunn to talk about his family's history with alcoholism, how he has avoided alcohol throughout his life, and the importance of truly resting and restoring your body. Today's scripture is John 15:13.

Sarah is joined by behavioral strategist PJ Dunn to discuss how PJ came to Christ, the difference between the joy of God and the happiness of man, and how trials can actually bring us closer to God. Today's scripture is James 1:12

Ervin is joined by Adrianna Morris, who shares her testimony as a 22 year old in recovery. Adrianna discusses her upbringing, the beginnings of her drinking at 16, and her journey through into treatment, recovery, and embracing God's love. Today's scripture is Romans 8:38.

Ervin and Sarah are joined by Phillip Yarbrough to discuss his journey of recovery, and he shares the moment he knew he was at rock bottom, how he overcame the fear of becoming sober, and becoming a "recovered alcoholic." Today's scripture is Psalms 109:26.

"The strength of my faith was found in my weakest moment." - Phillip Yarbrough

Ervin and Sarah discuss the difficulty of sometimes feeling like you don't deserve God's love, the importance of loving yourself, and staying close to the people that love you.

Ervin and Sarah discuss how God always loves us, even when it feels like he doesn't, how your relationship with your father can inform your relationship with God, and how your ego can be one of the biggest obstacles when seeking recovery. Today's scripture is 1 John 4:7-8.