In this episode, Johnny Chang shares his personal story of addiction, how it all starts, and how to break free.

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Timestamps

00:00 Intro

03:22 Reflecting on the OC After Service 

10:43 Johnny Chang’s Struggle with Addiction 

20:12 Can I love God as an Addict?

23:46 When Does Addiction Become a Problem? 

25:44 Gospel Bot Announcement 

27:32 Learning How to Overcome Cravings 

29:43 Where Does Addiction Start? 

36:39 What Are Some Less Obvious Addictions? 

42:07 Are Some Addictions Good?

46:38 What is True Surrender?

50:08 How Can I Support Someone Through Addiction? 

55:05 How to Approach Loved Ones About Addiction? 

59:47 Steps to Break Addiction

01:03:47 After Service Announcement 

01:04:50 Can You Be Addicted to God? 

01:06:34 Is There an Addiction Johnny Chang Misses?

01:10:39 What is the Most Harmful Drug?

01:16:50 Should I Become Clean Before Going to God? 

01:18:48 Getting Support From the COTH Discord

01:27:16 Which Childhood Habits Still Make You Feel Guilty?

01:30:38 Closing Prayer for Addiction by Johnny Chang 

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