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August 4, 2025 20 mins

Have you ever stopped to ask, “Why did I believe alcohol would help me relax, have fun, or cope?”
Most of us were warned—by parents, pastors, health teachers, or Scripture itself. But the world around us painted a different picture: alcohol was normal, even necessary.

In this episode of Say Goodbye and Imagine!, Rose Ann Forte guides you through Core Concept 5 of the Choose Freedom Program: Finding Truth About Alcohol. This episode will help you:

  • Recognize the false beliefs that led you into unhealthy patterns
  • Understand what the Bible and brain science both reveal about alcohol’s impact
  • Identify how cultural normalization and cognitive dissonance keep you stuck
  • Discover the freedom that comes from aligning your thoughts with God’s truth

Alcohol is more than a beverage—it’s often a barrier to peace, purpose, and presence with God. But the good news is: you don’t have to stay in that cycle. The truth really can set you free.

Want a simple tool to recognize and redirect toxic thoughts? Download the free L.I.E. Acronym Guide at https://choosefreedom.today/free-resources/—a powerful resource from the Choose Freedom Program.

To learn more about the full 12-week Choose Freedom Program—delivered with devotional, coaching, and neuroscience-informed support—visit: www.choosefreedom.today

Listen now and begin your journey toward lasting freedom and renewed thinking

00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview
01:29 Early Lessons and Warnings About Alcohol
03:26 The Invisible Line and Cognitive Dissonance
04:48 Scriptural Insights on Substance Use
05:51 The Harsh Truths About Alcohol and Health
09:30 Stress, Substances, and Their Impact
11:33 Substance Use and Relationships
13:04 Spiritual Consequences of Substance Use
16:31 Practical Tools and Resources
17:51 Conclusion and Next Episode Preview

#WhoToldYouThat #FaithBasedRecovery #TruthAboutAlcohol #ChristianMindset #RenewYourMind

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