113. Darker Love - Part 1 (w/ David and Sarah Stewart)

In this powerful episode of Jesus Loves Addicts, hosts sit down with David and Sarah, high school sweethearts whose early romance spiraled into years of substance use, deception, and family strain. David recounts how baseball was his life until meth and other drugs took over, while Sarah shares how falling in love pulled her into the scene. They discuss parental influences, peer pressure, the slow erosion of trust, and how addiction reshaped their family roles.

The conversation covers the couple's paths: dropping out and returning to finish school, the birth of their children, a spontaneous first marriage, and the painful breakup when David fled the family amid mounting addiction. Highlights include candid reflections on deception, the moment Sarah found peace to leave, the crushing effects of secrets on parenting and relationships, and the hard truth of recovery’s challenges. Produced by Home of Grace, the episode centers on the redemptive work of Christ and practical lessons for families confronting addiction.