Why I Talk To God Even When I'm A Mess

Join host Reno Collier on Alive & Sober as he dives deep into Step 11: Prayer and Meditation, exploring how honest conversations with God can bring true peace, especially for those in recovery. Reno shares his personal struggles with anxiety and how prayer, rooted in Philippians 4:6-7, helps calm his mind and heart. He reminds us that God doesn’t want perfect words—He wants our real selves. Reno encourages listeners to start their prayers with gratitude, trust God to guard their hearts, and let go of the need to control everything. Take action with the 4 R’s: Read: Open your Bible to Philippians 4:6-7 and read about God’s promise of peace. Reflect: Think about times when anxiety has taken over and how prayer could shift your focus to God’s love and protection. Respond: Pray, “Dear God, for today, please calm our anxiety, our minds, and strengthen our spirit. We love you, Jesus, and we need you. Thank you for loving us. Amen.” Reveal: Share with someone how prayer has helped you find peace, or offer to pray with a friend who is struggling. Whether you’re new to recovery or walking the journey for years, this episode offers hope, encouragement, and practical steps to deepen your relationship with Jesus and experience the peace only He can give. Keywords: sobriety, recovery, prayer, meditation, Philippians 4:6-7, anxiety, peace of God, Christian recovery, Reno Collier, Alive & Sober, faith, honest prayer, gratitude, mental health, addiction support, Jesus, spiritual growth, 12 steps, step 11, Bible study, Christian podcast