The Redemption of a Drunk | Iron Sharpening Iron | Ep 12

In this interview, we discuss alcoholism, addiction, and freedom with Billy Walther. We address the precursors of his addiction, the damage he experienced, and the freedom he found in Christ. Without making any excuses, we address our sinful nature. But we also explore the truth that God uses messed up people and has done so for thousands of years. Whatever the nature of our specific sins, God can use us to expand and strengthen His Kingdom.  

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00:00 Introduction

00:23 Life in the grip of alcoholism

01:23 What led to Billy's addiction

04:39 Length and drivers of addiction

11:52 Sin vs. disease / stumbling blocks

25:51 Washed clean and freed from guilt

27:59 About truth-speak.org and Those Few

28:42 The enemy and marital communication

29:45 Billy's U-turn

42:09 Genuine, persistent faith and obedience

44:12 We're all messed up people

45:50 God uses messed up people

55:40 What does Jesus mean to you?

57:26 Jesus Anointed by a Sinful Woman

64:12 Closing prayer

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