The Feeling Better - Gambling Addiction & Spiritual Warfare

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Here it is, friends. The introduction to my new book, "Imbalances: The Addict's Guide to Fixing Our Broken Lives." In this introduction episode, I talk about what "balance" means from the Christian perspective, and why/how the armor of God is so critical when fending off the spiritual attack of addiction. I share how this book is a form of ointment for our eyes. And yeah, I talk about Bosu balls. ;-) And my birthday. Do you know what a Jubilee year is? If not, you'll find out here! I hope you enjoy.

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Hey, friends! Got some news for you this week. And, not suprisingly, my best laid plans went a bit awry.

For those who want to check out Pastor Voddie Baucham's video on Brokenness, you can find that here: https://youtu.be/GVow8rSQwiA?si=yQtU1cIHX18KLc2L

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Hey, friends! Check it out. I have a major announcement! But I've got to tell you the backstory first, about why God put the spiritual attack of gambling addiction on me, and what He's got planned for me next. If you suffer with an addiction, depression, or spiritual attack, you have check this out. It's super cool, and I'm both excited and nervous. Let me know your thoughts! Email me: [email protected]

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In this episode, I take you along on my camping trip and tell you all about how I discovered the secret to letting go of your worries.

Here's the link for my recommendation of an audio book by John Eldridge called: Get Your Life Back: Everyday Practices for a World Gone Mad 

You can also buy the paperback version here at this link: https://www.amazon.com/Get-Your-Life-Back-Practices/dp/1400229146/

And here's the Kindle version link: https://www.amazon.com/Get-Your-Life-Back-Practices-ebook/dp/B07TD1856B

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In this episode, I share some blessings that came upon me recently. God is good all the time, and all the time God is good!!!

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Yeah, friends. You read that title right. It's been one heck of a two weeks. I had a great time with my family, but I also succumbed to anxiety and feeling overwhelmed. And I messed up with a gambling addiction relapse. Have a listen to my story. Thank you all for listening.

In this episode, I share my all-time favorite worship song, called "Breakthrough" by Red Rocks Worship. Here's the link to the song on YouTube:  Breakthrough by Red Rocks Worship

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Hey, all -- my sincerest apologies, but I made an impromptu decision to take a two-week summer break. All is well! I've just been ridiculously busy and have family coming up for a visit. I'm going to take some time to enjoy a bit of downtime with them.

I'll be back on August 13th. 

Thanks! Take care.

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In this episode, I address generational curses. Can things like alcoholism or addiction be handed down via our genetics? And if so, is there anything we can do about it? I tell the story of how as a young teenager, I thought my mother had cursed me. And I also (of course) share what the Bible has to say about curses. 

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In this episode, I take some time to dive deeper into the discussion of wealth and materialism. Is being poor a curse? Or is being rich a curse? What happens when we love money more than we love God? Should we look at our gambling addiction debt as something that's a curse? Last week, I referenced Randy Alcorn's book, and I want to link it here for those who are interested in more. I highly recommend the audiobook version!

Money, Possessions, and Eternity, by Randy Alcorn

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In this episode, I dive into how having all-consuming collections, or obsessions, or attachments and infatuation with things, ideas, or people are really a form of idolatry and can leave us open and vulnerable to spiritual attack. I discuss some real life examples of how Christian believers (including myself) recognized that having these collections was against God's will. How does that tie into gambling addiction? Well, you'll have to listen to find out.

One of the things I share is this compelling video of a man who got rid of his $30,000 Pokemon collection when he realized how demonic it was. Check out the comments underneath while you're watching this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ep26xA5UVHI

I also mention two books by Randy Alcorn, which you can find at these links:

MONEY, ETERNITY, AND POSESSIONS

THE LAW OF REWARDS

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