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My friend Janet joins me today on the podcast and starts by reading you her letter. Her breaking up with alcohol letter is impacting, raw, honest, and from her heart.  Janet's relationship with alcohol has been long and complicated, and it was time to end this unhealthy love affair with booze. How is she doing it? Listen to her share her heart with you and where she finds strength and joy in this new way of living.  Thank you, Janet, for your bravery and willingness to share your story in the hope that it will help someone else make that step to end the relationship with alcohol that is destroying their lives and everything around them. Here are the verses Janet shared- 2 Corinthians 12:9 "But he said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness." Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses so that Christ's power may rest on me."I Peter 1:13 13 "Therefore, with minds that are alert and fully sober, set your hope on the grace to be brought to you when Jesus Christ is revealed at his coming." If you liked this podcast or any others, could you leave a review for me? Subscribing and Reviewing will help get this in the ears of those searching for God's word in Recovery. Thank you!

Meet Carrie,  A Wife,  Mom,  Grandma,  Child of God, and a woman who fights daily to stay in Recovery from alcohol.  She is a member of our Joyful Surrender Community, and she is embracing it and encouraging all of us along the way!  She will share with you what she has learned this past year and the journey that brought her here.  Grab a tissue; we dive in pretty deep!   I know you will love listening to her as much as I do.  Thank you, Carrie, for being brave and using your story to empower someone else! The verse she references at the end is; 1 Corinthians 6:9-11, and I encourage you to look it up using your favorite version.  This is why you don't have to stay burdened with a heavy load of shame and guilt. Read it❤️Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! If you liked this podcast or any others, could you leave a review for me? Subscribing and Reviewing will help get this in the ears of those searching for God's word in Recovery. Thank you!

Today, on the podcast, we are having an important conversation about addiction and how there are some new tools in therapy you may not be familiar with. Our youngest daughter Olivia is a Masters's Level Therapist who recently became certified in ART therapy. ART stands for Accelerated Resolution Therapy, and you will hear me stumble over those big words in the podcast.  I know you will not only enjoy our conversation as she shares what ART is all about and her personal experience with it (Fear of dogs, not my fault), but you will also be intrigued and want to know more.  She has given me lots of links that I will put here for you.  I welcome your comments and feedback about this episode!It was an honor to host Olivia on the SS Podcast, but I also want to add that I am so grateful that we have this healthy relationship on the other side of my addiction. Thanks for listening, friends,Sherryhttps://www.is-art.orghttps://acceleratedresolutiontherapy.com/https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/olivia-brower-ann-arbor-mi/464525 If you liked this podcast or any others, could you leave a review for me? Subscribing and Reviewing will help get this in the ears of those searching for God's word in Recovery. Thank you!

Lori Layne is an Author, Pilot, and a Recovering Alcoholic. Her story is truly an example of letting God be the pilot of our lives.  Lori shares Romans 5:3-5 with us as part of her story. You're going to be inspired by what God can do when we put aside our addictions to be used for a greater purpose!Romans 5:3-5Not only that, but we rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, and endurance produces character, and character produces hope, and hope does not put us to shame, because God's love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been given to us.Want to more about the ministry of Pilots for Christ? Reach out to Lori atlorilaynesec@pilotsforchrist.org If you liked this podcast or any others, could you leave a review for me? Subscribing and Reviewing will help get this in the ears of those searching for God's word in Recovery. Thank you!

What is that “thing” that you regret you did not do sooner? Since this is a podcast about addiction and mostly alcoholism there are two answers I often hear. I wish I had quit drinking before I actually did I wish I had joined this group before I tried it on my own again. This group is Joyful Surrender and in this podcast, you're going to hear what a meeting is all about.   I get countless unfinished “form” notifications each week about joining Joyful Surrender.  There are five questions you have to answer.  #1 Are you in Recovery? If yes, what is your sober anniversary? If no, simply answer no and move on to the next question. #2 Why do you want to be in Joyful Surrender? #3 Please review the group rules. Do you agree to honor them? #4 Is your faith in Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior? AND, this is where I lose you. #5 Are you willing to talk with an Admin? If yes, follow the link to schedule a call.  In my estimations only about one in twenty follow through with #5.  It makes no sense to me, but yet it does because I have been there.  You want to take the final step but at the last minute, all the little voices of doubt creep in.   I'm passionate about Encouraging anyone to join A group, I am not trying to sell Joyful Surrender. I don’t make a profit there isn't a  membership fee the only thing that’s required is a true desire to get sober and use your faith as the biggest tool  To be accountable and to receive encouragement as well as give encouragement that’s why we are sharing this meeting with you We will talk about; What made us complete step 5 and schedule that phone call? What relapse in a support group looks like? Why are faith-based meetings so important? And so much more!   “And let us not neglect our meeting together, as some people do, but encourage one another, especially now that the day of his return is drawing near.” Hebrews 10:25 NLT If you liked this podcast or any others, could you leave a review for me? Subscribing and Reviewing will help get this in the ears of those searching for God's word in Recovery. Thank you!

Meet Becky! Becky reached out to me after following She Surrenders on social media for a while. She had been praying for the next steps in her Recovery, and God nudged her to reach out to me.  I am so glad she did!  We had a great conversation, and I am excited to share it with you.  Becky shares Romans 8:1   "God does not want us to sin, but even if we sin, we will not be condemned because of what Jesus has done for us."   I am sure this story of faith and surrender will inspire you!Here is the link to Becky's Blog we mentioned in the podcast. Be sure to check it out and say hi! http://www.beckykolb.com/Thank you Becky for your willingness to use your PAIN for PURPOSE! If you liked this podcast or any others, could you leave a review for me? Subscribing and Reviewing will help get this in the ears of those searching for God's word in Recovery. Thank you!

Today on the podcast, we have my dear friend, Pam. Pam and I met in a unique way which we will share with you on the podcast.  If you doubt that Divine Appointments are real, our story will change your mind. This podcast is titled "Not By Chance" because I wrote a short story about our Divine Appointment, published in a short story book.  This was also my first published writing, so it is extra special to me.I am so grateful that Pam was willing to share her story with you here on the She Surrenders Podcast. Thank you, Pam, you have blessed me many times in our friendship, and now all who listen will be blessed as well!  If you liked this podcast or any others, could you leave a review for me? Subscribing and Reviewing will help get this in the ears of those searching for God's word in Recovery. Thank you!

We have a first here today on the SS podcast, a guy!!! Not just any guy, it's my new friend Kyle who is celebrating two years of sobriety, TODAY.  I thought it would be very fitting to air his story today to commemorate this milestone.  Kyle shares with us how he got to his surrender moment, the scripture he lives by, and what life looks like today.   CONGRATULATIONS ON TWO YEARS TODAY KYLE! Grateful you chose to celebrate with us here at She Surrenders, thank you.Romans 8:28  And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. If you liked this podcast or any others, could you leave a review for me? Subscribing and Reviewing will help get this in the ears of those searching for God's word in Recovery. Thank you!

Tarrah is back with us today. You may remember Tarrah from episode #18 here on the SS podcast when she was celebrating her 90-day hurdle, and NOW, on June 10, Tarrah celebrated one year of sobriety! She shares with us the verse she and her husband focused on the entire day of her one-year mile marker. They went hiking together and made this verse the focus of their day;  Psalm 18:2 NIV The Lord is my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer;    my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge,    my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.  Tarrah shares with us what she has embraced to stay sober and how God has brought her through it. She quotes her husband's gift of these words to her. "When I come home, I know who you are going to be." Josh So true; we all love knowing who we will be every day in this beautiful life of Recovery. Thank you, Tarrah, for sharing your heart and your journey to one year with us.❤️ If you liked this podcast or any others, could you leave a review for me? Subscribing and Reviewing will help get this in the ears of those searching for God's word in Recovery. Thank you!

WE are back and talking about Summer! Join Debbie, Kali, Terri, Michelle, Lynne, and Myself for a few thoughts, tips, and laughs to encourage you to have your best summer yet because you are doing it SOBER.  Happy Summer! If you liked this podcast or any others, could you leave a review for me? Subscribing and Reviewing will help get this in the ears of those searching for God's word in Recovery. Thank you!

If you scroll all the way back to Episode 1 you will hear Michelle tell her story at one year of sobriety.  Today she shares some sober life tips and what she is learning in year three!  We're talking about therapy in recovery today and we do so shamelessly! You will be enlightened and encouraged as Mischelle shares her path in therapy with us. If you liked this podcast or any others, could you leave a review for me? Subscribing and Reviewing will help get this in the ears of those searching for God's word in Recovery. Thank you!

If you are drinking and a Mom, you need to listen to Stephanie's story. Everyone should listen to this! Don't ever say that "this would never happen to me" Stephanie didn't think so either, but it did. She spent Mother's day 2020 in the ER after a 911 call from her kiddos saved her life.  She shares how God is at the forefront of her recovery today and how God put some puzzle pieces together for her to find the ministry of She Surrenders. Listen as Stephanie tells the rest of her story.   If you liked this podcast or any others, could you leave a review for me? Subscribing and Reviewing will help get this in the ears of those searching for God's word in Recovery. Thank you!

Join me for this honest conversation with Debbie, a friend, and admin of Joyful Surrender.  Debbie shares with you how God tugged at her heart to participate in a Bible Study even though she was still drinking. Listen to Debbie's story of her path into alcoholism and the journey God brought her on to bring her to her surrender moment.   She shares scripture from Ephesians about putting on the full armor of God and what the sword of the spirit means to her.  Thank you, Debbie, for being willing to share your story to encourage others to surrender and start living a life of freedom from alcohol.  . Ephesians 6:10-17 NIV The Armor of God 10 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. 11 Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. 12 For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world, and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. 13 Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. 14 Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, 15 and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. 16 In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. 17 Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. If you liked this podcast or any others, could you leave a review for me? Subscribing and Reviewing will help get this in the ears of those searching for God's word in Recovery. Thank you!

How is your mindset going into New Year's Eve this year?  On this last episode of our sober for the holidays series, the Sober Circle talks about how to do your first New Year's Eve sober and find joy in the celebrations without alcohol.  Michelle, Kali, and Sherry have lots to say about this topic! If you liked this podcast or any others, could you leave a review for me? Subscribing and Reviewing will help get this in the ears of those searching for God's word in Recovery. Thank you!

In today's episode, the Sober Circle is focusing on our intentions for next year. Maybe you have already started doing this as well. Maybe you use a word that defines your goal.  Whatever your plan is to achieve the bigger goal, how do you break it down to set yourself up for success?  Join Kali, Lynne, and Sherry as we share some of our tips to get ready for 2022! If you liked this podcast or any others, could you leave a review for me? Subscribing and Reviewing will help get this in the ears of those searching for God's word in Recovery. Thank you!

Here we are with Part 2 of the Sober Circle Holidays Series. This week's topic is, "When the Rest of the Family is Still Drinking." Listen in as Sherry, Kali, Karen, and Lynne share five tips to help you navigate the family parties where alcohol is still part of the main course. These tips are helpful whether your family party is a quieter bunch with a champagne toast or it's the one whose annual Christmas get-together is a legendary rager every year. We have something for everyone! Join us and get your head in the game before the event. If you liked this podcast or any others, could you leave a review for me? Subscribing and Reviewing will help get this in the ears of those searching for God's word in Recovery. Thank you!

This is the first of a four-part series for everyone. Whether you are newly sober, trying to get sober, or want to gain more confidence for yourself as you navigate through the next month, this series is for you. It is also a great source of information for you if someone you love is going through this for the first time. We will help you answer the question, what can you do to be supportive through the season?Today's episode is all about prepping for the holidays. There is a lot of it this time of year,  but we’re not talking about decorating, cooking, and shopping. What are you doing to prepare yourself to embrace the holidays sober?Join Kelly, Michelle, and Terry, and myself as we share our personal experiences with you in hopes you take away a tip to strengthen your sober muscle this holiday season. If you liked this podcast or any others, could you leave a review for me? Subscribing and Reviewing will help get this in the ears of those searching for God's word in Recovery. Thank you!

This week on the Sober Circle we have Sherry, Lynne, Debbie, Karen, and Kali at the table and we are talking about Rock Bottoms! What is Rock Bottom and do you need to have one to start a life of sobriety? Join us for the discussion as we discuss our own rock bottoms and you will hear that this looks different for all of us. If you liked this podcast or any others, could you leave a review for me? Subscribing and Reviewing will help get this in the ears of those searching for God's word in Recovery. Thank you!

Are you a new girl in sober life? If so, you will like listening to Kari today. She recently joined our Joyful Surrender Group, has been knocking down the sober days ever since, and recently celebrated thirty days of sobriety! She has been at this milestone before, but this time is different, and she wants to share that with you. I am grateful that Kari is sharing her story in the early days of sobriety. Sharing her story is a prime example of giving back in recovery where the giver benefits as well. Sharing our struggles and achievements is empowering, and in turn, we all win. Thank you, Kari, for stepping up to the microphone here at She Surrenders! If you liked this podcast or any others, could you leave a review for me? Subscribing and Reviewing will help get this in the ears of those searching for God's word in Recovery. Thank you!

Welcome to the Sober Circle!! Today we are talking about the importance of community in recovery. This verse from Ecclesiastes 4:10 sums it up well:"If either of them falls down,    one can help the other up.But pity anyone who falls    and has no one to help them up.”Thanks for being here, and we welcome your comments and questions! If you liked this podcast or any others, could you leave a review for me? Subscribing and Reviewing will help get this in the ears of those searching for God's word in Recovery. Thank you!