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The Crash That Opened the Gates of Heaven: Chad’s Story of Survival and Surrender

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 major...

From Rough Drafts to Masterpieces: Embracing Grace in Our Recovery Journey

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...

Finding Identity in Christ: My Conversation with Brit Eaton on Body Dysmorphia, Trauma, and Recovery

In a recent episode of the Genuine Life Recovery podcast, I had the privilege of speaking with Brit Eaton, an author, speaker, and advocate for women in recovery. Brit’s story is a powerful testimony of overcoming struggles with body dysmorphia, identity issues, and...

Rewriting Recovery: Breaking the Mold with George Wood

In a recent episode of Genuine Life Recovery, I had the privilege of conversing with George Wood, author of Uncovery: Understanding the Power of Community to Heal Trauma. George's journey from addiction and trauma to becoming a beacon of hope for others is both moving...

Understanding and Refining Personal Boundaries: A Journey to Healthier Relationships and Mental Health

Boundaries are more than just a concept—they are a fundamental part of living a healthy, balanced life, especially when it comes to our mental and emotional well-being. However, the idea of boundaries is not a static one; they are not rigid walls designed to keep...

Managing Triggers in Recovery

In this blog, and the latest episode of the Genuine Life Recovery Podcast, we focus on the role triggers play in the recovery process. Understanding what triggers are, recognizing them, and learning how to manage them are transformative steps in the recovery journey....

Navigating Faith and Recovery: Insights from Therapist and Author Roger Marum

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...

Navigating Motherhood and Digital Addiction: Emily’s Empowering Tale

In a recent conversation on the Genuine Life Recovery podcast, Emily, a brave individual and mother, opened up about her journey from addiction to empowerment, shedding light on the struggles and triumphs of overcoming a digital dependency. Her story is a beacon of...

Customized Recovery Treatment: A Better Pathway to Sobriety

Entering addiction recovery can be a daunting but transformative journey. As someone who struggled with alcoholism and anxiety disorders, and having a brother affected by seizures and ultimately death due to addiction, I understand firsthand the complexities involved...

20 Years Clean: How Lisa Turned Her Life Around

Celebrating Sobriety: A Journey of Hope and Inspiration In the latest episode of the Genuine Life Recovery podcast, I had the pleasure of talking with Lisa Grantham (Tannert), an amazing sobriety sister who is about to celebrate an incredible milestone – 20 years of...

The Jesus Story You Probably Won’t Hear at the Christmas Eve Service

by Jodie Stevens | Dec 21, 2017 | Uncategorized

When we celebrate holidays, there are stories behind them all. For example, when we celebrate the 4th of July one of the things we acknowledge is the ultimate sacrifice of our soldiers in past wars fought for our freedom. In a spiritual sense a great war began in the...

Three Cool Lessons from the Book of Job

by Jodie Stevens | Dec 15, 2017 | Uncategorized

If you’re going through a difficult time reading the book of Job might elevate your perspective. The first thing you’ll probably realize is things could always be worse! In addition to all the tragedy that befell Job, he had lousy friends too! God allowed Satan to...

Why Does God Allow Us to be Re-injured in the Same Place Again?

by Jodie Stevens | Sep 7, 2017 | Uncategorized

“There’s no easy way out, There's no shortcut home, There’s no easy way out, Givin’ in can’t be wrong” (Robert Tepper - Rocky IV). Sometimes life is a bit like a boxing match. You barely manage to get back up and into the ring and BAM! You’re down again. That’s pretty...

All Humans Are Created in God’s Image

by Jodie Stevens | Aug 14, 2017 | Choices, Love

In light of recent events I'd like to share that God created all humans in his own image. ALL HUMANS of every race, tribe, culture, nation etc… When asked how she loved so well, mother Theresa simply said that in every person she recognized Jesus. We can make a...

This is How God Romances Us

by Jodie Stevens | Aug 7, 2017 | Happiness, Hope, Love

I’ve always loved exploring nature. While hiking in the mountains on our recent trip to Washington I experienced moments of feeling overcome by beauty. There were times when I actually feared I couldn’t capture it all so I spent hours climbing one hillside...

Sometimes our ‘Limitations’ are Gifts

by Jodie Stevens | Jun 19, 2017 | Emotional Difficulties & Addiction, Happiness, Hope

“For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well” (Psalm 139:13-14). I recently took a personality test on temperament and scored a...

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