Addiction is a struggle that affects millions of individuals and families, often leading to despair, isolation, and broken relationships. While secular recovery programs focus on addiction as a brain disease, a faith-based approach considers the spiritual, emotional, and physical aspects of healing. In Episode 127 of The Radiant Mission Podcast, I speak with Sarah Keel, Executive Director of Renew Clinic, about the power of faith-based addiction recovery and how true healing comes from addressing the root causes of addiction through a biblical perspective.
Faith-Based Addiction Recovery: The Spiritual Nature of Addiction
One of the key discussions in this episode is the distinction between secular and Christian approaches to addiction recovery. While conventional methods often address addiction as a chemical dependency or mental health disorder, Sarah shares how addiction is deeply spiritual at its core. It often stems from misplaced worship—seeking fulfillment in substances rather than in God.
Sarah recounts her journey from working in secular mental health to leading Renew Clinic, a Christ-centered recovery center. She explains how secular models often overlook the soul’s needs, focusing solely on behavior modification rather than true transformation. Faith-based addiction recovery acknowledges that addiction is not just a physical or psychological struggle but also a battle of the spirit, requiring surrender to Christ for true healing.
Faith-Based Addiction Recovery: Community and Family Support
Recovery is not an isolated journey—it involves family, friends, and a strong support system. Sarah emphasizes the importance of community in the healing process. At Renew Clinic, individuals receive biblical counseling, group therapy, and discipleship, ensuring they have the tools needed to overcome addiction through faith.
Family involvement is also crucial. Many loved ones struggle with knowing how to support someone in recovery without enabling destructive behaviors. Sarah shares insights on setting healthy boundaries, seeking help through support groups like Al-Anon, and turning to prayer for strength and guidance.
Faith-Based Addiction Recovery: The Role of Spiritual Warfare
A critical aspect often ignored in secular recovery is the role of spiritual warfare. Addiction is not just a battle of the mind and body but also of the soul. The enemy seeks to keep individuals in bondage, but faith provides a path to liberation. Sarah and I discuss how recognizing spiritual warfare is essential for breaking free from addiction. Through scripture, prayer, and reliance on God’s strength, those struggling can find lasting freedom.
Encouragement for Those Battling Addiction
For individuals facing addiction or those supporting a loved one, this episode offers encouragement and practical guidance. Sarah stresses the importance of seeking help, engaging in honest conversations about addiction, and turning to Christ for redemption. Recovery is possible, and through faith-based addiction recovery, individuals can experience transformation that goes beyond mere survival to true healing and restoration.
Renewing Hope
Faith-based addiction recovery provides hope where secular methods often fall short. By addressing addiction as a spiritual issue and focusing on holistic healing, individuals can find freedom through Christ. Whether you or a loved one is struggling, this conversation serves as a reminder that healing is possible, and with faith, no one has to walk the journey alone.
Listen to Episode 127 of The Radiant Mission Podcast to hear Sarah Keel’s powerful testimony and insights into faith-based recovery.
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The Radiant Mission Podcast | Episode 127
Host: Rebecca Twomey @theradiantmission
Guest: Sarah Keel @renewclinic
Thank you for listening to The Radiant Mission podcast! We are on a mission to encourage and inspire you on your walk with Christ and as you journey through life.
In Episode 127, explore faith-based addiction recovery with Sarah Keel and discover how spiritual healing and biblical truth lead to freedom.
Bible Verses Mentioned:
- Romans 12:9-21
Bible Verses for Strength in Recovery:
- 1 Corinthians 10:13 – “No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear.”
- James 4:7 – “Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.”
- Isaiah 41:10 – “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God.”
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- Renew Clinic – Christ-centered addiction recovery support
- Waging War Podcast – Listen to Renew Clinic’s Podcast
- Hope After Abortion – Healing resources for post-abortion recovery
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