Transforming Your Belief System: Preparing for the Kingdom of Heaven

In the previous episode of The Recovery Lifestyle Podcast, James Lent shares his personal journey from a 40-year-long heroin addiction to redemption through Christ-centered recovery. He discusses the importance of transforming one's belief system and emphasizes the need to prepare for the coming Kingdom of Heaven. Drawing from scripture and personal experiences, James provides insights into the power of the Holy Spirit and the significance of studying and applying the Word of God in one's life. He also explores the concept of the rapture and its implications for believers. Join James and the Recovery Lifestyle community as they guide you towards lasting sobriety and a deeper relationship with Jesus.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• The Recovery Lifestyle program focuses on a 16-week journey, beginning with confessing sins and addressing character defects.
• James emphasizes the role of a dysfunctional belief system in influencing behaviors and decisions.
• The transformation of one's belief system aligns with God's will and involves the Holy Spirit's guidance.
• James shares his personal journey from addiction to recovery and highlights the importance of making recovery lifestyle choices.
• Believers need to prepare for the Kingdom of Heaven by studying the Bible and allowing the Word of God to shape their lives.
• James discusses the concept of the rapture and the role of believers in the millennial reign of Christ.

HIGHLIGHT QUOTES

• "Confess your sins to one another and pray for one another that you may be healed for the fervent, effective prayer of a righteous man availeth much." - James 5:16
• "If we confess our sins, He, meaning God, is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness." - 1 John 1:9
• "To be poor in spirit is to know and understand your need for God, that God wants to prepare you for your calling and your ministry and anoint you with the Holy Spirit."
• "You never do this on your own. You're gonna need the help. So Jesus says, I will not leave you alone as orphans, but I will send the counselor, and he will guide you into all truth."
• "Prepare yourself with prayer, study the Bible. The Bible says, study to show yourself approved unto God, a workman who need not be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth."
• "Blessed is the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven." - From the Beatitudes

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