CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains descriptions of self-harming behavior. 

In this episode, we hear from Jaycie on the exact day she celebrates three years sober. She shares her brave, unfiltered account of how anxiety, family trauma, and isolation fed addiction and self-harm that almost swallowed her future — and how faith and community stitched it back together. 

From denial, self-blame and looking for her worth in toxic relationships, Jaycie shares how a simple moment of surrendering her life to Jesus started her journey from the depths of addiction to a life of freedom.  

If you've ever wondered whether faith-based recovery can heal your deepest doubts and pain, this conversation offers the hope of restoration.  

Listen, share with a friend who needs hope, and if this story moved you, subscribe and leave a review so others can find their way to freedom too. 

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Jaycie Kantrud is 29 years old and lives in the land of 10,000 lakes — Minnesnowta! Once a girl bound by rejection, anxiety, and addiction, she gave her life to Jesus inside a Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge treatment center and her life has never been the same. She is now 3 year sober and living a life she only ever dreamed of. All Glory to God! 

You can follow her on Instagram @jayciekantrud

About the She Surrenders Podcast:

On the She Surrenders podcast we are talking about women, faith and addiction all on the same platform. There are many podcasts for women and sobriety, but very few for women seeking information and stories from others about faith-based recovery.

Help us reach more listeners: like, subscribe, review, and share.

Find us on Instagram @shesurrenders_sherry, on Facebook @shesurrenderssherry, and online at www.shesurrenders.com.

As we launch a new season of the She Surrenders Podcast, we’re starting right where it all began — with surrender.

In this heartfelt episode, recorded live at Rush Creek Bible Church in Byron Center, Michigan, She Surrenders founder Sherry Hoppen shares her raw and powerful story of addiction, surrender, and redemption.

From growing up in a Christian home to years of hiding behind shame and alcohol, Sherry opens up about the turning points that led her back to freedom through Christ — including a life-changing 1,000-mile bike ride, the founding of Selah House Recovery, and a life rooted in Ephesians 3:20 — hope.

This message is for anyone who’s ever wondered if God can redeem their story. Spoiler alert — He can. And He will.

Scripture Focus: Ephesians 3:20
“Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine…” 

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Sherry Hoppen is the founder of She Surrenders, an online faith-based recovery ministry and the Executive Director of Selah House Recovery, a Christ-centered, 30-day residential program in Hudsonville, MI that she and her husband Craig founded.  

Sherry’s memoir, Sober Cycle: Peddling Through Recovery One Day at A Time, chronicles her journey from addiction to surrender. 

Now Sherry dedicates her days to writing, podcasting, speaking, and walking alongside women as they step boldly into the same freedom she experiences, sharing her journey with honesty, vulnerability, and a healthy dose of humor. 

Connect with Sherry:

On Instagram: @shesurrenders_sherry
On Facebook: @shesurrenders_sherry
Online: www.shesurrenders.com

About the She Surrenders Podcast:

On the She Surrenders podcast we are talking about women, faith and addiction all on the same platform. There are many podcasts for women and sobriety, but very few for women seeking information and stories from others about faith-based recovery.

Help us reach more listeners: like, subscribe, review, and share.

Find us on Instagram @shesurrenders_sherry, on Facebook @shesurrenderssherry, and online at www.shesurrenders.com.

What happens when a Christian mother's deepest fears about addiction come true not just once, but twice? Dawn Ward author of "From Guilt to Grace: Hope and Healing for Christian Moms of Addicted Children," never imagined she'd write a book, yet her personal journey through her sons' addictions transformed not just her approach to parenting but her entire relationship with God. 

If you're walking the heartbreaking path of loving someone struggling with addiction, Dawn's story offers both practical wisdom and spiritual hope. Subscribe now to hear how one mother learned to trust God with her children's destiny while reclaiming her own life and purpose. 

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Dawn Ward is a speaker, writer, and Bible teacher. She is the founder of The Faith to Flourish, a ministry equipping women to live transformed lives through inspiring teaching, mentoring, and biblical resources. The ministry also offers support and encouragement to women with addicted loved ones. She is married to Steve and mom to three adult children. Her book, "From Guilt to Grace: Hope and Healing for Christian Moms of Addicted Children", published September 2024, is available for order.

Connect with Dawn:
thefaithtoflourish.com
Facebook
Instagram
LinkedIn

Links Mentioned: 

"From Guilt to Grace: Hope and Healing for Christian Moms of Addicted Children"

About the She Surrenders Podcast:

On the She Surrenders podcast we are talking about women, faith and addiction all on the same platform. There are many podcasts for women and sobriety, but very few for women seeking information and stories from others about faith-based recovery.

Help us reach more listeners: like, subscribe, review, and share.

Find us on Instagram @shesurrenders_sherry, on Facebook @shesurrenderssherry, and online at www.shesurrenders.com.

Kelly's story begins with a sixteen-year-old girl wearing baggy clothes to hide her pregnancy, setting the stage for a decades-long journey through trauma, addiction, and ultimately profound spiritual healing. 

What makes Kelly's testimony so powerful is her raw honesty about the darkest moments and the lasting power of recovery rooted in faith.

What will you find in your own life when you stop numbing your pain and cast your cares on the Lord? Kelly's story offers hope that freedom awaits on the other side of surrender. 

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Kelly Miller is a grateful believer in Jesus Christ. She has victory over prescription narcotics, alcohol, nicotine and love relationship addiction, and disordered eating. She is still working on areas of co-dependency, people pleasing, control, self doubt/guilt, and procrastination. She is a mother and grand mother! I blessed to live near most of my family in a small town in East Michigan. 

About the She Surrenders Podcast:

On the She Surrenders podcast we are talking about women, faith and addiction all on the same platform. There are many podcasts for women and sobriety, but very few for women seeking information and stories from others about faith-based recovery.

Help us reach more listeners: like, subscribe, review, and share.

Find us on Instagram @shesurrenders_sherry, on Facebook @shesurrenderssherry, and online at www.shesurrenders.com.

Ever felt isolated in your struggles and wondered where to turn for hope and redemption? Join us on the She Surrenders podcast as we sit down with Sierra, a truly inspiring guest who has triumphed over addiction. Sierra shares her compelling story of moving from a place of shame and secrecy to finding liberation through faith-based recovery. Her candid revelations about living a double life and the challenges faced by Christian women in recovery offer a profound insight into the stigma around addiction within faith communities. Through her journey, Sierra reminds us that surrendering isn't about giving up—it's about gaining the freedom to live a life filled with purpose and redemption. 

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Sierra is a stay at home mom of 4 young children and active member of her local church. In September, 2024 she celebrated one year of sobriety from
alcohol - a physical sobriety and the beginning of seeking emotional sobriety. Only in sobriety, has she been able to start to see that clearly. However, her identity is not as an addict in recovery but as someone who has been (and is being!) rescued and loved by Jesus over and over again.

Resources mentioned in this episode: 

Plain Language Big Book 

About the She Surrenders Podcast:

On the She Surrenders podcast we are talking about women, faith and addiction all on the same platform. There are many podcasts for women and sobriety, but very few for women seeking information and stories from others about faith-based recovery.

Help us reach more listeners: like, subscribe, review, and share.

Find us on Instagram @shesurrenders_sherry, on Facebook @shesurrenderssherry, and online at www.shesurrenders.com.

What if the cycle of addiction in a family could be broken through the power of faith and community? Join us as we sit down with Amy Broglin, who shares her compelling journey from witnessing addiction in her family to finding solace and purpose in sobriety. 

Through Amy's story, we shine a spotlight on the often-hidden anguish faced by families battling addiction and explore the immense potential for healing and breaking generational cycles through faith and surrender.

With poignant reflections on sobriety, codependency, and compassion, Amy's story serves as a beacon of hope, illustrating how faith and supportive relationships can pave the way for a fulfilling life, free from the grips of addiction.
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Amy Broglin is a single mom and relator in the St. Joseph, MI area. She is passionate about acknowledging the impact that addiction has on the families of addicts. As the youngest of four children, she is the only sibling that has not suffered from drug addiction. She knows first-hand the impact that addiction has on families. 

About the She Surrenders Podcast:

On the She Surrenders podcast we are talking about women, faith and addiction all on the same platform. There are many podcasts for women and sobriety, but very few for women seeking information and stories from others about faith-based recovery.

Help us reach more listeners: like, subscribe, review, and share.

Find us on Instagram @shesurrenders_sherry, on Facebook @shesurrenderssherry, and online at www.shesurrenders.com.

In this episode, Steve Kelly, shares his experience with childhood trauma, battles with addiction and mental health, and ongoing redemption through Jesus Christ. 

Steve's story is filled with hope, encouragement, and perspective that only recovery can bring - including how his struggle with alcohol has become a blessing that he can use to help others in their recovery journey.  
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Steve Kelly is a 42-year radio veteran who currently serves as morning show host on WOOD Radio. 

About the She Surrenders Podcast:

On the She Surrenders podcast we are talking about women, faith and addiction all on the same platform. There are many podcasts for women and sobriety, but very few for women seeking information and stories from others about faith-based recovery.

Help us reach more listeners: like, subscribe, review, and share.

Find us on Instagram @shesurrenders_sherry, on Facebook @shesurrenderssherry, and online at www.shesurrenders.com.

What if a vivid dream could change not just your life, but the lives of countless women and children? That's exactly what happened to Susan Binkley, the founder of Blue Monarch. Join us for a heartfelt conversation with Susan as she shares her inspiring journey from a dream in 1995 to the creation of Blue Monarch in 2003. Despite having no experience in recovery work, Susan overcame her initial reluctance. Her unwavering obedience, faith, and determination led her to build a sanctuary that has reunited over 350 children with their mothers and helped women heal from severe trauma.

In this episode, Susan opens up about the miraculous ways that God equipped her to start Blue Monarch and how he continues to sustain her. Listen as Susan reflects on a pivotal moment in 2012 that taught her the importance of serving rather than fixing people, a philosophy that has been crucial in preventing burnout among her team. We also discuss her book and the wealth of resources available on her website, offering listeners a comprehensive look into her impactful work at Blue Monarch. This episode is a testament to the power of obedience, faith, and the transformative impact of serving others.
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Susan Binkley grew up in Tennessee and received a degree in Fine Arts from the University of Tennessee.  In addition to working as a professional artist, she owned and operated a horse farm and large boarding operation, developed unique vacation rentals, created a bakery/café, and established a granola manufacturing business.  In 2003, Binkley founded Blue Monarch, a Christ-centered, long-term residential recovery program for women and their children.  Blue Monarch has since become one of the most unique and successful recovery programs in the country with a strong emphasis on teaching women to parent sober and by focusing on the child’s recovery as much as the mom’s.  Since 2003, Blue Monarch has served nearly 1,000 women and children and over 350 children have been reunited with their mothers who had previously lost custody.

Susan authored a collection of her personal Blue Monarch stories, “From My Front Row Seat,” which quickly became an Amazon bestseller in two categories: Inspirational Christianity and Christian Missions & Missionary Work. The stories are raw and authentic combined with surprising humor, considering the heavy subject matter.

Binkley’s awards include Women in American History Award from Daughters of the American Revolution, TIAA Difference Maker, and an Honorary Doctorate in Civil Law from the University of the South.  Susan lives with her husband, Clay, on the Cumberland Plateau in Tennessee overlooking a state park.

Connect with Susan:
On Instagram: @susanbinkleyauthor
On Facebook: Susan Binkley
Website: bluemonarch.org

Links mentioned:
From My Front Row Seat: by Susan Binkley 

About the She Surrenders Podcast:

On the She Surrenders podcast we are talking about women, faith and addiction all on the same platform. There are many podcasts for women and sobriety, but very few for women seeking information and stories from others about faith-based recovery.

Help us reach more listeners: like, subscribe, review, and share.

Find us on Instagram @shesurrenders_sherry, on Facebook @shesurrenderssherry, and online at www.shesurrenders.com.

Madison Daniels joins us to share a profound and personal story that might just resonate with you or someone you know. Madison opens up about her early encounters with alcohol, from her high school days of experimentation to the unrestrained party lifestyle she embraced in college. She candidly recounts how alcohol became her go-to for fitting in and coping with life's ups and downs, never recognizing it as a problem. Her journey is a testament to the struggles many face in recognizing and admitting to an addiction, especially within environments where such behavior feels normalized. But Madison's story doesn't end there—it takes a transformative turn through the power of faith.

Embark on a journey of hope and healing as Madison reveals how Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and her faith instigated a profound change. From initial resistance and denial to a spiritual awakening, she describes the pivotal role of AA meetings and the support of a faith community in discovering a path to recovery. Experience her moments of surrender and the courage it took to share her struggles in both personal and professional settings. Madison's story is not only an inspiring testament to the power of faith and community but also a beacon of hope for anyone battling addiction or supporting a loved one. Join us as we explore the transformative journey of embracing faith, finding peace, and creating a new way of living.
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Madison is a Christian Podcaster & Author focused on sharing how you can incorporate faith into your daily life. She shares daily bible readings, study bible resources, and prayers on social media.

Madison shares how faith, AA & therapy helped her get her life back on track and now she’s sharing this with others needing a reminder that God is good even when life isn’t.

Connect with Madison:
On Instagram: @madisonwdaniels
Podcast: Jesus Saves Podcast

Links mentioned:
It's only Embarrassing if you're Embarrassed: God is good even when life isn't: by Madison Daniels
The Gap and the Gain: by Dan Sullivan and Benjamin P. Hardy

About the She Surrenders Podcast:

On the She Surrenders podcast we are talking about women, faith and addiction all on the same platform. There are many podcasts for women and sobriety, but very few for women seeking information and stories from others about faith-based recovery.

Help us reach more listeners: like, subscribe, review, and share.

Find us on Instagram @shesurrenders_sherry, on Facebook @shesurrenderssherry, and online at www.shesurrenders.com.

Welcome back to Season SIX; I can hardly believe it! I am so happy to be back, and I have some fantastic and inspiring guests for you this season.

We are starting with Christy Osborne. Can I tell you, I just love this girl? We’ve gotten to know each other over the last few weeks, and I hope to continue. I know you will, too, after hearing her story and what she is up to these days!

Moving from sunny Los Angeles to the quaint countryside of Surrey, UK, Christy embarked on a transformative journey that reshaped her life. How does one adapt from the vibrant nightlife of California to the charming yet culture-shifting pub scene of London? Christy shares her personal story of navigating expat life, grappling with loneliness, and how the social drinking culture became intertwined with her daily routine, especially during the challenges of early motherhood.

But the tale doesn’t end there. During the isolating times of the COVID-19 lockdown, Christy faced a moment of reckoning. What happens when you confront your habits head-on and seek authenticity? We explore Christy's path to sobriety, the initial struggles, and her faith's significant role in that journey. She opens up about the deeper questions she had to ask herself and the strength she derived from her faith, which kept her anchored through the most challenging times.

What’s the ripple effect of going alcohol-free? Christy’s journey didn’t just stop at personal transformation; it extended to helping others. Discover how her sobriety journey inspired her to become a coach and write a book. From unexpected support to empowering others, Christy reveals the immense fulfillment found in guiding others on similar paths. This episode is a heartfelt testament to resilience, faith, and the transformative power of embracing one’s true self. Listen in for an inspiring story of hope and the remarkable impacts of choosing sobriety.

Want to connect with Christy? Below are the links to her Social Media, her website, and her excellent book, which was published on September 24, 2024.
Love Life Sober A 40-Day Alcohol Fast to Rediscover Your Joy, Improve Your Health, and Renew Your Mind.  

http://instagram.com/lovelifesoberwithchristy/
http://lovelifesober40dayfast.com/
https://www.lovelifesober.co.uk/

About the She Surrenders Podcast:

On the She Surrenders podcast we are talking about women, faith and addiction all on the same platform. There are many podcasts for women and sobriety, but very few for women seeking information and stories from others about faith-based recovery.

Help us reach more listeners: like, subscribe, review, and share.

Find us on Instagram @shesurrenders_sherry, on Facebook @shesurrenderssherry, and online at www.shesurrenders.com.