Best Vernon Layne Podcasts (2024)

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The Confession That Went Public: Brandy's Tale of Faith and Betrayal 28:41

13d ago28:41

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Send us a Text Message. In this compelling episode, we delve into the heart-wrenching story of Brandy, a woman whose deep trust in her pastors was shattered in an unimaginable way. Seeking solace and guidance, Brandy confided her most personal struggles to her church leaders, believing in the sacred bond of pastoral confidentiality. Instead, her pr…

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Miracles of Recovery: Neel's Story on Faith and Freedom 29:37

2M ago29:37

29:37

Send us a Text Message. In the vast landscape of human experience, few journeys are as awe-inspiring as the path from addiction to recovery. Neel's story stands as a testament to the miraculous power of faith and the enduring promise of freedom from the shackles of substance abuse. Neel's journey began like so many others, innocently enough, with e…

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Embracing the Wounded Child: Healing from Trauma and Addiction 30:17

3M ago30:17

30:17

Send us a Text Message. Paulette's upbringing was fraught with challenges, shaped by the specter of her father's alcoholism and her mother's inability to provide the love and support she desperately needed. Growing up in such an environment left scars that lingered long into adulthood, setting the stage for her own battles with addiction and emotio…

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Dr. Robb Kelly's Powerful Encounter with God Transforms His Life 31:13

3M ago31:13

31:13

Send us a Text Message. Step into the inspiring journey of Dr. Robb Kelly, a renowned addiction recovery expert, as he shares his profound testimony on overcoming addiction with divine guidance. He delves into his personal struggles with addiction, offering raw and authentic insights into the challenges he faced and the transformative power of fait…

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The Quest for Self: Exploring Identity in the Recovery Process 24:31

4M ago24:31

24:31

Send us a Text Message. In the labyrinthine journey of recovery, perhaps one of the most profound odysseys is that of self-discovery. Shedding the layers of addiction and embracing newfound sobriety initiates a transformative expedition toward understanding one's true identity. In this podcast episode, we delve into the intricate tapestry of the re…

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Breaking Free From Addiction and Codependency 27:17

6M ago27:17

27:17

Send us a Text Message. A year ago, I had the honor of being a guest on podcast Co-Dependent Me host by Tamala Shaw. I had the opportunity to share my experience, strength and hope on my journey of reclaiming my life. The Bible says while we where still sinners (Romans 5-8), Christ died for us. As I reflect, I can see how I was always being cared f…

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Mark McNear's Revelation on Addiction as a Symptom, Not the Cause 27:13

7M ago27:13

27:13

Send us a Text Message. Embark on a profound exploration with Mark McNear as he bravely shares his odyssey through addiction, rehabilitation, and the transformative power of faith in this episode. Beyond the surface, Mark delves into a profound truth: addiction is not the problem itself but often a desperate solution to deeper issues. Join us as he…

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The Sneaky Emotion: How Self-Pity Creeps In 24:07

9M ago24:07

24:07

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of "The Sneaky Emotion: How Self-Pity Creeps In," I dive deep into the intricacies of a sentiment that often takes us by surprise: self-pity. Drawing from personal experiences and heartfelt anecdotes, I explore the insidious ways self-pity can subtly weave its web into our lives. Listeners gain an intimate lo…

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Turning Trauma into Empathy: A Therapist's Story 24:10

10M ago24:10

24:10

Send us a Text Message. In this compelling episode, I sit down with Troy Love, a seasoned therapist who brings a unique perspective to the field due to his own deeply transformative journey through trauma. Troy courageously opens up into the intersections of his personal struggles and professional expertise, offering listeners a rare glimpse into t…

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Making A Relationship Work in Early Recovery by God's Plan: Mia and Robby Story 34:59

11M ago34:59

34:59

Send us a Text Message. This episode explore into the transformative journey of two individuals, Mia and Robby, who found solace and salvation in their faith while battling their personal addictions. Robby, once a successful businessman, lost everything due to his addiction. Finding himself at the Salvation Army, he discovered a new purpose and a p…

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Inspiring Youth to Overcome Help-Seeking Fears with Eric Daddario 32:03

12M ago32:03

32:03

Send us a Text Message. In a world where the pressure to succeed often outweighs the courage to ask for support, Eric Daddario is here to inspire and guide today's youth on their journey to overcoming the fear of seeking help when struggling with drugs, depression, anxiety and more. Eric is a youth motivational speaker who helps youth make better d…

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Encountering the Divine: Face to Face with Jesus; Adam Gunton 29:11

1y ago29:11

29:11

Send us a Text Message. In this episode I interview Adam Gunton who have faced profound challenges such as addiction, loss, and hopelessness, only to be touched by the transformative love of Jesus. He shares his personal story on how his life was forever changed when he came face to face with the light of Jesus, and how His love penetrated even the…

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Faith Over Temptation: By The Christian Philosopher Johnathan Drayton 42:06

1y ago42:06

42:06

Send us a Text Message. Through candid and heartfelt conversations, my brother in Christ, Johnathan, shared his experience on faith, relationships, and personal growth with resisting temptation. Listeners will hear his thoughts on dating and marriage and how his loyalty to his family's last name guided him to remain faithful to God's word. Whether …

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Changing Old Ideas About Love with Kim Sorrelle 37:26

1y ago37:26

37:26

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we discussed how leaving someone is a form of love and... How love is not enabling What we learn about love makes it hard to identify How expectations get us into trouble Understand men can't read minds We can't love others until we first love ourselves Kim Sorrelle is a director of a humanitarian organizati…

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Taking Your Power Back from Anxiety with Maria Mayes 39:51

1+ y ago39:51

39:51

Send us a Text Message. Maria Mayes is a Well-Being Coach and teacher who helps clients find the freedom from anxiety. In this episode she shared simple techniques that are easy to apply. We discussed the most powerful tool we each have for healing. She is the founder of Take 5 and on a mission to helping others take their power back from anxiety, …

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The Science Behind Trauma and Addiction with Traci Hill 43:33

1+ y ago43:33

43:33

Send us a Text Message. In this episode Traci shares how vibrations outside us affect us physically and more! How she got started on the journey of subtle energy alchemy How an emotion causes lower back pain or bladder issues Which healing technique does she feel is the most beneficial Traci's website Facebook Page Support the Show.…

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The Healing Power of Music on Addiction with Dave Combs 42:43

1+ y ago42:43

42:43

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Dave and I discuss how one song helped thousands of people suffering from addiction and: How Rachel's song changed his life How he got his music played on radio stations all over the country The importance of persevering Listening to instrumental music can help with depression Dave's website Support the Show…

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How To Completely Heal From Addiction With Josie Warren 40:05

1+ y ago40:05

40:05

Send us a Text Message. In this episode we discuss how to recover from suppressed feelings, living our lives as victims and... The importance of parenting yourself How the brain can heal itself The inability to handle life's stressors What causes our addiction problems She shares her thoughtful and unique perspectives on alcoholism and addiction Co…

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We Love You Until You Learn To Love Yourself 37:29

1+ y ago37:29

37:29

Send us a Text Message. Recovery is learning to love and accept yourself. What happens in a 12-Step meeting are recovering addicts loving on each other until an addict knows how to love themselves. Addicts become grateful for everything that has happened in their life, knowing their God will use their experience for His good. They become at peace w…

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Pastor Michael J Scholtes Shares His Battle with Depression 53:36

1+ y ago53:36

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Send us a Text Message. Depression is real. In this episode, Pastor Michael Scholtes and I discussed his book Darkwater a memoir of his depression and faith. Michael J. Scholtes is an ordained minister in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Key Concepts: He explains the negative voice most of us hear isn't us and that we should listen to th…

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D Arlando Fortune on Making Life Happen 40:54

1+ y ago40:54

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Send us a Text Message. On this episode, I sit down with D Arlando Fortune, a self-publishing strategist, author, and recovering addict. He shares his story on addiction and his philosophy on making life happen. D Arlando believes people are one book away from a breakthrough in their lives and business. If you have ever thought about writing your b…

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Stay In Your Lane with Healthy Boundaries 34:01

1+ y ago34:01

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Send us a Text Message. We all have responsibilities. But if we are not careful, we can do too much and forget about ourselves. Without healthy boundaries, we sometimes say yes to things we don't want to do. That's why it's essential to learn to stay in your lane. You will know where your responsibilities end, and the other person begins. Support t…

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Do You Have a Friend Who Truly Knows You? 39:26

1+ y ago39:26

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Send us a Text Message. Do you have a friend who knows what goes on in your life? He knows what you feel and what your fears are. All men need a Main Man to become vulnerable and share their secrets. A Main Man is someone who listens without judging. We understand ourselves as a man beginning with closeness to other men. Calvin's contact: Phone: 51…

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You Can't Eat Love: Leslie Davis 49:09

2y ago49:09

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode I sat down with author Leslie Davis, and we discussed her book You Can't Eat Love. If you have a food addiction, you don't want to miss this one. She teaches us that our relationship with food improves as we learn to love ourselves. Lesle Davis links: Facebook Instagram YouTube Support the Show.…

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In Recovery We Grow Up Over Here 31:45

2y ago31:45

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Send us a Text Message. Most addicts are confused about life. There is much growing up needed for us. Because of our self-centeredness, dealing with everyday living is difficult. Recovery is a process of maturing and learning how to respond to life. Not that maturing is easy. On the contrary, growing up is difficult, especially in the beginning. Bu…

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What To Do When You Don't Feel Good Enough 35:04

2y ago35:04

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Send us a Text Message. We are a product of what we tell ourselves, what we believe, and the actions we take. We must be careful of what we tell ourselves. Paying attention to how we respond to compliments can tell us a lot about ourselves. Can we receive them gratefully, or do we minimize them? Learning to feel good about ourselves is what this ep…

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Journey to your Calling with Janice Liggins 1:02:55

2y ago1:02:55

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Send us a Text Message. Janice Hatcher Liggins is an author, TV show host and civic leader. She's an entrepreneur and founder of the non-profit organization called The Clarion Call. In this episode, Janice and I discuss her book, Journey to your Calling, The Path to Receive the Desire of Your Heart Not relying on the intellect to understand why the…

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The Blessing Of Desperation 32:46

2y ago32:46

32:46

Send us a Text Message. Life is a series of decisions and consequences. It's okay to act despite the consequences if you are willing to pay the price. Sometimes that price can lead you to desperation. Only through desperation do some people seek a Power greater than themselves. And that's a blessing. Support the Show.…

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Keep Your Side Of The Street Clean 34:51

2y ago34:51

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Send us a Text Message. If you want peace of mind, it's a good idea to focus on yourself. Focusing on what others are doing is a setup. Our mind gives us a destructive pattern to live in. We must break that pattern if we want to live joyous and free. Keeping our side of the street clean does just that. It reminds us we only have power over ourselve…

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If The Drugs Don't Kill You, The Lifestyle Will 29:09

2+ y ago29:09

29:09

Send us a Text Message. When we get to recovery, our thinking is still insane. We face a tough decision once the drugs are gone. Addicts have to deal with what took them to the drugs. Changing our lifestyle maybe even as hard as it was to quit using. We learn not to act on negative feelings to recover. Support the Show.…

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Easing The Pain With Barby Ingle 48:35

2+ y ago48:35

48:35

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Barby Ingle defined Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD) and what it's like living with chronic pain. She discussed her mindset of losing everything she worked hard for. Barby informed us of the importance of understanding the use of Narcan and how it can be fatal if not properly used. God restored her life th…

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What Are You Going To Do Differently? 34:38

2+ y ago34:38

34:38

Send us a Text Message. God wants the best for you. He's not going to deliver it to you. You have to be willing to put in the work to get it. If you want something different you have to be willing to do something differently. If nothing changes then nothing changes. When it comes to the battle between intending and action, action wins all the time.…

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Why Healing Inner Child Can Ultimately Save Your Life 35:22

2+ y ago35:22

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Send us a Text Message. The best way to get a good understanding of ourselves is by becoming aware of our inner child. When we aren't aware of our inner child, we look for others to heal us or complete us. The 12 steps take us back to our childhood experiences which had an impact on our development and beliefs. This process starts our inner healing…

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Love Is The Antidote To Fear 39:38

2+ y ago39:38

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Send us a Text Message. In relationships, seek to understand rather than strive to be understood. A mistake people often make in relationships is looking for similarities. When they don't live up to our expectations, this causes us to blame others for our unhappiness. Loving ourselves and appreciating our differences is the antidote to our self-cen…

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Brian Russell On Centering Prayer 43:53

3y ago43:53

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Send us a Text Message. Brian Russell is a professor of biblical studies. He's also a Coach, Spiritual Leader, Podcaster, and the author of his new book: Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly In God's Presence Can Change You Life which will be released 9-21-21 In this interview, Brian Russell and I discuss experiencing God's unconditional love and... H…

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How The Solutions In Life Exist In 12 Steps 32:13

3y ago32:13

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Send us a Text Message. Many recovering addicts think they have a drug problem when they first get to recovery. After they are introduced to the 12 steps they find out it's much bigger than that. It was the drugs that brought us to recovery in desperation. However, only by living the 12 steps can we find out what took us to the drugs. Support the S…

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Do You Really Want To Stop Using Drugs? 31:26

3y ago31:26

31:26

Send us a Text Message. Pain and misery are realities. Most addicts are unwilling to accept reality so they do their best to change what is unacceptable. They use drugs because they don't want to feel. Subconsciously they seek help thinking they want to stop using not knowing they just want the pain to stop. All addicts must ask themselves do they …

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What Do You Say About Yourself? 43:07

3y ago43:07

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Send us a Text Message. Don't be satisfied with your religious performances. Instead, build a loving personal relationship with Christ by accepting who you are. Pay attention to what you say about yourself and start experiencing the liberation to be yourself, the person God intended you to be. Support the Show.…

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She Did What She Could Do 39:46

3y ago39:46

39:46

Send us a Text Message. The most beautiful, touching thing you can do for your mother is to forgive her. It's the most beautiful thing she have done for you. Forgive her now before it's too late. Support the Show.By Vernon Layne

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How To Go With The Flow Of Life 29:21

3y ago29:21

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Send us a Text Message. Life gets better when we lean with the flow of it. We have to use our intuition rather than our fixed ideas if it's going to make any sense. Life doesn't care about what we think or feel. Therefore, we change our pattern of resisting life by learning and accepting who we are. We can't accept it until we accept ourselves. Sup…

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Watch What You Tell Yourself 46:05

3y ago46:05

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Send us a Text Message. Whether we realize it or not, we all talk to ourselves. No matter how hard we try to shut off our minds we can't do it. Our self-talk reflects the way we feel about ourselves. In this episode, I talk about becoming conscious of the things we tell ourselves so we can be truly free. Support the Show.…

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Sick and Tired 28:59

3y ago28:59

28:59

Send us a Text Message. Thousands of addicts found recovery despite the crisis they faced. You never have to use drugs again one day at a time for the remainder of your life! Let us love you until you understand how to love yourself. If I can do it, you can too! Email me @ thatchristianinrecovery@gmail.com The war is over... Support the Show.…

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Being Lead By The Spirit 1:00:04

3y ago1:00:04

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Send us a Text Message. The flesh is trying to teach us how to gain the world and lose our soul. The Spirit enlightens us we can't lose our souls. The Holy Spirit is perfectly aware that we don't recognize our true selves. That's why God put His Spirit in us to steer us to all truth and teach us our worth. Support the Show.…

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God Knows What He Is Doing 33:14

3+ y ago33:14

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Send us a Text Message. Most men have no inner resources to help them escape the trap of their egos. When our emotions get in the way our vision gets narrow. A spiritual man like Joseph kept one eye on God even when he was in his feelings. Support the Show.By Vernon Layne

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Learning How To Accept Reality 48:05

3+ y ago48:05

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I had an informative conversation with a good friend of mine on the Stereo app about accepting reality. Our expectations exert tremendous discomfort in our lives when we don't get what we want. Support the Show.By Vernon Layne

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The Danger Of Intimate Relationship In Early Recovery 31:20

3+ y ago31:20

31:20

Send us a Text Message. An intimate relationships must go through major reconstruction during recovery. It pertains to removing self-defeating patterns that have become embedded during active addiction. Support the Show.By Vernon Layne

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How Can Trust Be Restored? 31:21

3+ y ago31:21

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Send us a Text Message. Restoring trust takes time. Our words played an important role in addiction. They helped us stay in our self-made prison. We must proceed to do the next best thing until our words again have value. People who we have hurt learn to trust again by our actions, not our words. Support the Show.…

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Tell Yourself 37:08

3+ y ago37:08

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Send us a Text Message. Learn to pay attention to what you tell yourself. Our internal dialogue has the power to calm us or make us feel inadequate. Our sense of who we are is wrapped up in our thoughts. Support the Show.

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Set Your Life In The Right Direction 2 30:18

3+ y ago30:18

30:18

Send us a Text Message. We have two choices. We can continue making unreasonable demands and becoming frustrated when things don't spin our way. Or we can surrender our lives to God and live at peace with ourselves and the world. Support the Show.By Vernon Layne

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Most Of All We Harmed Ourselves 35:34

3+ y ago35:34

35:34

Send us a Text Message. We are so focused on how we have been victimized that we fail to see how we have been harming ourselves. We wounded a lot of people, but most of all, we harmed ourselves. Support the Show.By Vernon Layne

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