Real Recovery

Terry's story starts with an early introduction to alcohol that led to drug addition and dealing. Even after being shot close range in the chest and a heart surgeon literally massaging his heart into beating again he continued the drug lifestyle. It wasn't until facing up nearly 10 years in prison that Terry noticed God breaking through.

Bill and George return with their friend Dr. Tim Walsh, Executive of Long Term Recovery and Mental Health, as they break down 10 steps to clarity and salvation.

Justin tells his story of an addiction to alcohol, and what it took to reach God. Or more accurately, for God to reach him.

Shane grew up experiencing loss, bullying and loneliness. He turned to drugs and gangs which led to prison. That's where he experienced the love and presence of God through the book of John.

Leland shares his story of how addiction cost him his career and his marriage. It wasn't until he decided that being lord of his own life wasn't working and gave his life to the lordship of Jesus that he was able to overcome his addiction.

Pastor Ron Smedley shares stories of recovery from his work as a parole officer, work in rehab and recovery since 1996, and ministry as a pastor of a church who ministers to people with all forms of addiction. Each story begins with trying to escape from pain and ends with getting caught in the grace of God and new life through Jesus Christ.

When his first marriage ended, Cliff started dealing with depression. Since that day, he has been on a journey of understanding the grace of God through Jesus, the need for honest prayers and the power of God's word.

Bridget wasn't an alcoholic yet she still needed recovery. A powerful story of hope and recovery from being raised by heavy drinking parents to marrying an alcoholic. Listen to her recovery from her devastatingly unhealthy relationship habits as she tells of God's hope for those struggling.

Recovery needs to be more fun than using. Don't tell yourself you're going to stop this time. Jesus says apart from him you can do nothing. With help and God's grace, Martin's life is richer and more beautiful than in addiction.

After a series of concussions, pain, and losing his athletic identity, Kevin looked towards a chemical escape. It took a supernatural change to take him from the artificial joy to real happiness. Total surrender to the God that was knocking at his door to find his new identity and redemption.