Have you ever found yourself waiting for a miracle, wondering if God is really working behind the scenes? Today, my sister Kris joins us to vulnerably share her story of trusting God through her journey with addiction. We talk about the power of prayer and how God used our family relationship to lead her toward healing and salvation. If you're holding on to hope and faith through hard times, this episode will encourage your heart and remind you that He is always in control.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:
[00:39] “Good Things Are Coming, Even When We Can't See It Yet”
[06:32] My Sister's Experience with Addiction
[10:55] How Our Conversations on a Road Trip Played Into Kris’s Recovery Journey
[14:02] How Our Evolving Relationship Inspired Kris to Explore Her Inner World
[16:07] What is It Like to Go Through Recovery With Christ?
[21:51] How Addictions Sneak Up On Us
[27:34] Don’t Stop Praying For Yourself or Your Loved Ones
[31:14] “A Day Without Laughter is a Day Wasted”
[35:28] Alicia’s Reflections: We Need to Trust That God is In Control
RESOURCES:
Tired of up-and-down feelings stealing your peace, sabotaging your relationships, and filling your mind with self-defeating thoughts? If so, make sure to get my new book, “Emotional Confidence: 3 Simple Steps to Manage Emotions with Science and Scripture”.
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