Why is it so hard to walk away from something that hurts us? Is it the pull of the familiar or the fear of the unknown? Unwanted sexual addiction holds us captive, yet we are called to freedom.
In this episode, we’ll explore a 5 Step look at finding that freedom. Dan Keefer, a counselor, and member of the Regeneration Ministries Team joins Josh and Kit to expand on “Leaving Egypt finding God in the Wilderness Places” by Dr. Chuck DeGroat.
The teaching comes from looking at the Israelites journey from captivity to freedom and what we can learn from it. The Bible shows us getting from Point A to Point B is not always easy. Thank God for that.
This conversation examines the Israelites – the slavery they were walking away from, their meandering through a desert, and how it mirrors our walk away from the bonds of addiction and the lostness we can feel as we keep moving further away from it.
Looking back at their walk is an encouragement compelling us forward when, like them, we have no idea what’s ahead.
You’ll want to listen in as Keefer also shares practical tips and a prayer for your journey ahead.
Pushing past the promises of the addiction and Finding Freedom is the focus of today’s episode of “Becoming Whole.”
Highlights:
we find security in what’s familiar even when it may be at the cost of our freedom
there was a real desire, even at that point, to return to what they knew even though they were enslaved. And so in the same way when we’re addressing unwanted behaviors and we’re looking forward it can be scary because all we see is what’s right in front of us
There was a work that God was wanting to do in them and through them and it was a journey of transformation
Questions:
What scares you the most about life beyond your addiction?
What would you miss the most if you were to give up your behavior/habit?
Write a “Dear John” letter to break up with the behavior/pattern you want to release.
Resources/Extras:
Leaving Egypt finding God in the Wilderness Places Dr. Chuck DeGroat
Sick from Freedom Jim Downs
Romans 5:3-5
Transcription:
Full Transcription Available here
Original music by Shannon Smith. Audio engineering by Gabriel @ DelMar Sound Recording.
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