by Jodie Stevens | Jan 14, 2025 | Emotional Difficulties & Addiction, Forgiveness, Hope, Psychology and Personal Growth |
Imagine growing up in a world where survival overshadows dreams. For Chad Gain’s, this was his reality—a harrowing story of abuse, resilience, and redemption being brought to life from Angel Studios in Pocket of Hope: The Chad Gain’s Story, set to debut on...
by Jodie Stevens | Oct 21, 2024 | Bible and Theology, Emotional Difficulties & Addiction, Forgiveness, Hope, Psychology and Personal Growth |
In the most recent episode of the Genuine Life Recovery podcast, I had the honor of chatting with Bill Vanderbush, a pastor and author known for his insights on grace, forgiveness, and identity, especially when it comes to recovery and mental health. Bill’s...
by Jodie Stevens | Jul 25, 2024 | Bible and Theology, Emotional Difficulties & Addiction, Forgiveness, Hope, Psychology and Personal Growth |
The latest episode of the Genuine Life Recovery podcast is a great conversation with Roger Marum. As a seasoned therapist and accomplished author, Roger has explored the interplay between spirituality, mental health, and addiction through his writings and personal...
by Jodie Stevens | Jan 18, 2024 | Bible and Theology, Emotional Difficulties & Addiction, Forgiveness, Hope, Psychology and Personal Growth |
In the world of relationships, challenges unfold in complex and deeply personal ways. One such challenge, shrouded in silence and stigma, is the impact of porn addiction on marriage. In this blog post we dive into the powerful narrative shared in a recent podcast...
by Jodie Stevens | Aug 23, 2021 | Emotional Difficulties & Addiction, Forgiveness, Psychology and Personal Growth |
We all know what it’s like to be hurt or betrayed. When it happened to me, I saw no possible hope of ever returning to normal. The pain was unbearable. It wasn’t physical pain, not in the normal sense. It was an ache deep in my inner being. It took my breath away and...
by Jodie Stevens | Jan 21, 2021 | Choices, Boundaries, Forgiveness, Psychology and Personal Growth |
Does forgiveness mean reconciliation? The quick answer: No. The reason is because forgiveness and reconciliation are two separate things. It is wonderful when relationships can be reconciled. However, that is not always possible or even safe for that matter. It is...