HOW and WHY the Coptic Christians fast the lent in this way?Each episode is divided into two parts: 1- Orthodox – exploring the biblical roots of the Orthodox faith. 2- Detox – showing how the Orthodox faith offers healing and helps people break free from bad habits and addictions such as pornography, gambling, drugs, alcohol, sex, social media and video gaming. Watch other episodes/reels: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNeQY0sO3_ttyHuDijj8kqdtOKQiaVF79&si=REzNjqT6B6EH7pW7Fasting isn’t just a diet—it’s a spiritual weapon for healing and freedom. In this episode of **Orthodox & Detox**, Father Joshua explains the **biblical roots of Orthodox fasting**, why the Church sets fasting seasons, and how fasting (abstinence + simple vegan food + prayer) can help people **break addictions and unhealthy habits**—from pornography and substances to social media and cravings.You’ll learn how fasting **re-trains the will**, strengthens self-control, reduces compulsive dopamine chasing, and reconnects you to Christ for real transformation.Topics include: **Orthodox fasting**, **fasting in the New Testament**, **fasting and prayer**, **addiction recovery**, **spiritual discipline**, **cravings**, and **healing through Christ**.#OrthodoxChristianity #Fasting #AddictionRecovery #SpiritualDiscipline #OrthodoxAndDetox #PrayerAndFasting #Healing #SelfControl

What does Orthodox Baptism actually do — and can it help in addiction recovery?Each episode is divided into two parts: 1- Orthodox – exploring the biblical roots of the Orthodox faith. 2- Detox – showing how the Orthodox faith offers healing and helps people break free from bad habits and addictions such as pornography, gambling, drugs, alcohol, sex, social media and video gaming. Watch other episodes/reels: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNeQY0sO3_ttyHuDijj8kqdtOKQiaVF79&si=REzNjqT6B6EH7pW7In this video, we explain Orthodox Baptism from a biblical and patristic perspective and explore its powerful role in addiction healing and recovery. Baptism is not just a ritual — it is a death to the old self and a new identity in Christ. But how does that spiritual reality impact struggles with addiction, shame, relapse, and identity?You’ll learn:What really happens in Orthodox BaptismHow Baptism reshapes identity at the rootWhy addiction is often tied to identity woundsHow the Church’s sacramental life supports recoveryThe connection between grace, renewal of the mind, and lasting changeIf you or someone you love is struggling with addiction, this video offers a deep and hopeful Orthodox Christian perspective grounded in Scripture and the early Church.👉 Watch until the end for practical spiritual steps toward healing and freedom.#OrthodoxBaptism #AddictionRecovery #OrthodoxChristianity #HealingInChrist #SacramentalLife #ChristianRecovery

**Can the saints really help in addiction recovery?**

Each episode is divided into two parts: 1- Orthodox – exploring the biblical roots of the Orthodox faith. 2- Detox – showing how the Orthodox faith offers healing and helps people break free from bad habits and addictions such as pornography, gambling, drugs, alcohol, sex, social media and video gaming. Watch other episodes/reels: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNeQY0sO3_ttyHuDijj8kqdtOKQiaVF79&si=REzNjqT6B6EH7pW7In this episode of **Orthodox & Detox (Season 1, Episode 4)**, we explain **the power of the saints and their intercession** and how it plays a real, transformative role in **Orthodox addiction recovery**.You’ll discover how the Orthodox Church understands the **communion of saints**, why the saints are not distant figures but **living intercessors**, and how their prayers, lives, and spiritual companionship support healing, freedom, and lasting recovery from addiction.

Why does priesthood still matter today—and what does it have to do with healing, addiction, and recovery?In this episode of Orthodox & Detox, Dr. Peter and Dr. Bassem sit down with Fr. Joshua Gerges to tackle one of the most misunderstood topics in Christianity: the Sacrament of the Priesthood. Using Scripture, Church history, and real pastoral experience, this episode explains the difference between the universal priesthood of believers and the ordained sacramental priesthood, and why confusing the two has left many Christians spiritually wounded and unsupported.

Drawing from **Orthodox Christian theology**, the **teachings of the Church Fathers**, and real **recovery testimony**, Fr. Joshua explains how the Eucharist restores the soul, renews the mind, and empowers true freedom. This episode connects **Christian recovery**, **spiritual warfare**, and **mental health** through the lens of the **Orthodox faith**, showing how Christ Himself becomes our strength in weakness.

n this episode of the Orthodox & Detox Podcast, we explore Orthodox confession as a powerful path to addiction healing and Christian addiction recovery. Addiction is not simply a bad habit, but a deep spiritual and emotional wound that requires repentance, grace, and spiritual healing through Christ.

Drawing from Orthodox Christianity, Scripture, and pastoral counseling experience, this conversation explains why Christian confession is more than forgiveness—it is a therapeutic sacrament that restores the human person. We discuss faith-based recovery, healing from addiction through Christ, and how true freedom is found within the sacraments of the Church and the life of ancient Christian faith.

This episode is for all Christians seeking spiritual growth, church-based recovery, and lasting transformation through Christ. Whether you are struggling with addiction, supporting a loved one, or serving in ministry, this episode offers clarity, hope, and guidance rooted in repentance and healing.

Watch full episodes of Orthodox and Detox on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts

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Orthodox & Detox is a faith-based podcast that brings together ancient Christian wisdom and real-life struggles. We talk honestly about addiction, brokenness, healing, and the power of Jesus Christ to restore lives.

Each episode explores how prayer, repentance, community, and spiritual discipline can help break destructive patterns and lead to lasting transformation.

This podcast is for:

• Anyone fighting addiction or unhealthy habits

• Loved ones walking alongside them

• Church leaders and servants

• Listeners seeking Christ-centered healing

📌 Important Note:
Orthodox & Detox offers spiritual support and encouragement, not medical or mental health treatment.

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New Podcast Coming 01/01/26 – Orthodox & Detox 🎙️Our podcast dives into the Orthodox Christian faith and how its ancient wisdom brings real freedom from addictions and destructive habits.Pornography, alcohol, drugs, gambling, social media, gaming—Christ offers healing and transformation.Follow & Subscribe & Share for the full launch and new clips!. #orthodoxanddetox, #orthodoxpodcast, #christianrecovery, #addictionrecovery, #breakbadhabits, #christianselfhelp, #orthodoxfaith, #copticorthodox, #spiritualhealing, #faithandrecovery, #overcomeaddiction, #pornographyrecovery, #alcoholrecovery, #christianhealing, #ancientfaith#OrthodoxChristian #Faith #AddictionRecovery #Bible #ChurchHistory #Saints