Q&A - Is God powerful enough/good enough to restore me to sanity?

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Hosts Tara McCausland and Justin B. delve into the crucial question of whether the God of one's understanding is strong enough to restore sanity in the context of recovery. They discuss the common doubts and struggles individuals in recovery face regarding their perception of a higher power, including feelings of abandonment and the question of God's existence and benevolence. Justin shares his personal journey of reevaluating his understanding of God five years into sobriety, inspired by the concept of 'firing' an old God and 'hiring' a new one to better support his recovery. They emphasize using the step two inventory exercise to identify and challenge preconceived notions of God influenced by authoritative figures in one's life. The hosts encourage listeners to reflect on their own beliefs and the impact these may have on their recovery process, underlining the need for a belief in a trustworthy, loving, and powerful God in the path towards sanity and healing.

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Transcripts

Chapters

1. Q&A - Is God powerful enough to restore me to sanity? (00:00:00)

2. Exploring Step Two: The Power of Understanding God in Recovery (00:00:54)

3. Personal Reflections on Reimagining God's Role in Recovery (00:01:37)

4. The Impact of Authority Figures on Our Perception of God (00:03:46)

5. Examples from a Step Two Inventory (00:05:12)

6. Revisiting Childhood Faith and Embracing Powerlessness (00:08:36)

7. The Journey Towards Acceptance and Trust in God (00:11:05)