On today’s episode, I talk with Steve Hawkins about addiction; specifically to Alcohol. For Steve, alcoholism was not the stereotypical journey. His story is not what you normally think of as that of an addict. For years Steve was a highly functioning alcoholic. He was successful at work, in his public life, and even at home. But alcohol still had a grip on his life and eventually it brought him to a breaking point.

Steve lived a double life. For years Steve struggled as a living Jekyll and Hyde. Playing the excellent Dr. Jekyll at home and work, all the while hiding his drive to break free from the stress of success and finding relief in times alone as Mr. Hyde with a drink.

Yet, God had an eye on Steve. God had a plan for Steve and he walked with Steve until on a business trip, alone in his hotel room, Steve got down on his knees and surrendered completely to God’s will.

Join me as I learn what it’s like to be an alcoholic. What are the struggles mentally, emotionally, socially and spiritually for someone who has addiction. Maybe you or your loved ones share some of the trauma of not being a good husband, father or friend. Maybe you’re living the double life. Maybe you're finding success at work, but it's coming at the price. Maybe you've got pain or stress that you're using alcohol or something else to mask to hide or to cover up.

There is hope. There is redemption. There is a way to set things right and make amends for your past. There is a brighter future. A beautiful sunrise ahead of you. If you’re reading this, God has his eye on you. He is looking forward to walking you into that brighter future. He loves you and has a plan for you. Join me in this podcast and maybe, just maybe, you'll begin to see that future, that beautiful sunrise that's just ahead of you after the darkness you're in now.