Rising from Addiction: A Journey Beyond Recovery

Title: Unbelievable: What Almost Dragged Me Back into the Darkness of Addiction!

Introduction:

• Introduction to the episode
• Introducing John Selby, a former addict who rebuilds his life

Segments:

1. Old Friends and Common Bonds (00:01:00)

   • Background on how the host and John Selby know each other
   • Sharing the same birthday and the story of their friendship

2. Beyond the Addiction (00:03:00)

   • Discussion on how there’s life beyond addiction
   • Moving past addiction and not letting it define you
   • The challenges of rebuilding life post-addiction

3. Drawing Parallels with Elijah (00:06:00)

   • Host draws parallels between John’s journey and the Biblical character Elijah’s journey
   • Discusses John’s accident and the trial that ensued
   • Reflecting on relying on God during hard times

4. A Pivotal Accident (00:10:00)

   • John discusses an accident he had and how it could have dragged him back into addiction
   • Talks about refusing painkillers at the hospital
   • Reflection on God’s protection and support from friends and family

5. Finding Love & Family (00:16:00)

   • How John met his wife during the recovery period
   • The joy of raising two children
   • John talks about never imagining having the family he has now

6. Making Restitution & Embracing Integrity (00:20:00)

   • Paying off fines, and making things right financially
   • The joy and liberation of making amends
   • The importance of tithing and putting God first in finances
   • John shares a story of making restitution to an old employer

7. Parenting and Faith (00:28:00)

   • Challenges of parenting and living out faith in front of children
   • The balance between discipline and grace in parenting
   • Communicating past mistakes to children and teaching them consequences

8. Nurturing Growth in Children (00:35:00)

   • Encouraging children to grow through correction
   • Discussing the different ways children respond to correction
   • Reflecting on spiritual growth as Christians and parallels with parenting

9. Encouraging Obedience and Faithfulness (00:39:00)

   • The role of obedience in the Christian life and its relevance in parenting
   • Learning from small acts of obedience
   • Encouraging teenagers to engage with the Bible and understand faith on a deeper level

Conclusion:

• Wrapping up and reflecting on the incredible journey of John Selby
• The miracle of recovery and the constant growth and challenges that come with life after addiction
• Thanks to John for sharing his story
• Encouragement to listeners to find strength in their own journeys and to rely on a higher power for guidance and support.