https://www.fellowshipnwa.org/cr en-us Hope in Recovery: A Fellowship CR Podcast shares hope and healing for our mental, spiritual, emotional and relational journey through life change stories and recovery topics, centered on Christ and the Celebrate Recovery principles. podcasts@fellowshipnwa.org podcasts@fellowshipnwa.org 0 Sat, 16 May 2026 00:54:00 -0600 Fellowship CR Fellowship CR podcasts@fellowshipnwa.org No Fellowship nwa celebrate recovery cr hope Andy Petry 29949adf-8869-4b9c-9f5b-bd83cc12236a https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 12 May 2026 11:00:00 -06002026 This episode dives into why looking back at your story is essential for true healing and growth, even when it feels uncomfortable or painful. We explore the power of honest self-examination—bringing hidden struggles into the light—and how unaddressed wounds can quietly shape our identity, relationships, and view of God. If you’ve ever wrestled with shame or wondered whether facing your past is worth it, this conversation offers a hopeful path toward freedom, honesty, and a restored heart. Speaker: Andy Petry 1707 Andy Petry and Justin Ervin 5f07d547-6f61-452b-8e0e-64f54b9efbdc https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 05 May 2026 11:00:00 -06002026 In this episode, we dive into the idea that God redeems even our most broken moments. Through an honest conversation about grief, loss, and healing, we reflect on how pain can stir growth, deepen relationships, and equip us to better support others. What if your hurt could become part of someone else’s healing? Speaker: Andy Petry and Justin Ervin 1968 Andy Petry 4692316e-73cc-4114-a6ba-9a9f245088b4 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -06002026 Is it really safe to ask God for help? In this episode, we explore how our ideas about God—especially during seasons of healing and recovery—are often challenged and reshaped. What if the struggle isn’t just what we’re carrying, but whether we feel safe bringing it to Him at all? We take a closer look at God’s true heart toward us, moving beyond images of anger or disapproval and instead turning to the life and character of Jesus as our clearest picture of who God is. Rather than something to avoid, a reverent awe—a healthy fear of the Lord—is actually part of the invitation, grounding us in who God truly is. And in that place of awe, we discover something powerful: God is deeply compassionate toward those who fear Him, meeting us with both holiness and love. Speaker: Andy Petry 2095 Andy Petry c6122f47-eea2-4734-8895-f43e322b343f https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -06002026 This episode explores why we struggle to let go even when our own efforts aren’t working. It challenges the belief that we have to fix everything ourselves, reframes powerlessness as a step toward freedom, and highlights the difference between shame and guilt—ultimately inviting us to embrace humility, ask for help, and find rest in being fully known and deeply loved. Speaker: Andy Petry 1808 Andy Petry and Julia Petry 0f5a96cc-064b-4906-a6c7-7c2409629a7a https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -06002026 Recovery doesn’t happen by accident—it begins with a deliberate choice to step forward with intention. In this episode, we explore what it really means to pursue recovery on purpose, from those first vulnerable steps to the ongoing challenge of staying engaged. Drawing from personal experience, we talk about the power of honest self-examination, the discomfort that comes with real vulnerability, and the difference between simply showing up and truly doing the work. This conversation highlights how surrender turns belief into action and how lasting change is built one intentional step at a time. Speaker: Andy Petry and Julia Petry 1984 Andy Petry 84b61a42-ff36-49bc-a56a-b107c4f7563c https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -06002026 This episode explores what it really means to “struggle well” in recovery—not striving for perfection, but pursuing honest, grace-filled progress with Jesus at the center. We unpack how true healing requires humility, consistent engagement in the recovery process, and the courage to be fully honest about our stories, holding nothing back. Rather than chasing temporary relief, this conversation challenges you to embrace growth through discomfort, allowing God to reshape old patterns and form new ones. It’s an invitation to let go of pride, lean into grace, and keep your eyes fixed on Jesus as you run the race of recovery with integrity. Speaker: Andy Petry 1885 Andy Petry 747b62e9-093a-47c5-94ae-44965e6afd5c https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -06002026 In this short, reflective episode, we pause during the Easter season to take a much-needed heart check. In the midst of life’s busyness and chaos, it’s easy to miss what God is doing and the comfort He offers—but this is an invitation to slow down and reconnect. Through guided reflection, we explore what’s really going on beneath the surface, asking honest questions about our emotions, struggles, and spiritual state. As we lean into the hope and good news of Easter, this episode encourages us to bring every part of our heart—whether weary, anxious, or burdened—into a deeper, more intentional relationship with Jesus. Speaker: Andy Petry 947 Andy Petry bb313be7-5b14-4adb-9a66-9d2010ccfb52 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -06002026 Intentionality is a cornerstone of lasting recovery. You’ve probably heard the phrase, “It works if you work it—but it won’t if you don’t.” But what does that really look like day to day? And what gets in the way? In this episode, Andy unpacks the barriers that can keep us from fully engaging in our recovery—things like distraction, discouragement, fear, pride, and complacency. With honesty and practical insight, he helps us recognize where we may be drifting and calls us back to a more intentional pursuit of healing. Whether you’re feeling stuck or simply want to grow, this conversation offers clarity and encouragement for your next step. Speaker: Andy Petry 1515 Andy Petry 6bc6b7c3-92e6-4e97-82b9-4a8631657a95 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 17 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -06002026 What does it mean to practice rigorous honesty, and why is it so essential for healing? In this episode, we explore how choosing honesty—especially about the parts of our lives we’d rather hide—can break the isolation shame creates. When we stop pretending and allow ourselves to be fully known by God and others, the burdens we’ve been carrying alone begin to lift. Honest confession doesn’t just bring freedom; it also cultivates humility, opening the door for the grace and transformation God wants to do in our hearts. If you’ve ever felt exhausted from hiding or carrying things alone, this conversation is an invitation to step into the rest Jesus offers. Speaker: Andy Petry 1600 Andy Petry and Justin Ervin 6273a84e-0482-4c20-a837-9deb4c6c39c4 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 10 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -06002026 This episode unpacks one of the most misunderstood emotions we experience: anxiety. What if the very thing you feel is ruining your life is something God designed to protect you? This conversation explores why anxiety happens, how our bodies respond before our minds catch up, and why ignoring it can lead to deeper overwhelm. Instead of trying to eliminate anxiety, what if we recognized it as an alarm system that could guide us toward greater awareness, healing, and ultimately the peace of God? Speaker: Andy Petry and Justin Ervin 2101 Andy Petry cbe4c2ce-1a59-42ab-acca-4a6db27cb989 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 03 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -06002026 How do we walk through seasons of suffering? Does God really care about our pain? In this episode, we explore the reality of living in a broken world—where sickness, addiction, loss, and long seasons of struggle are part of the human experience. Looking at Psalm 13, we’re reminded that God welcomes our grief and questions. “What about me, Lord? How long?” This conversation invites you to stop storing up pain and start bringing it honestly before God. Speaker: Andy Petry 1890 Andy Petry 3b25fa14-e942-47c4-93c4-97121d25d9bf https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 24 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -06002026 In this episode, we take an honest look at what keeps us from truly letting go and stepping fully into recovery — pride, guilt and shame, fear, worry, and doubt. We unpack how these hidden barriers quietly keep us stuck, convincing us to rely on our own strength or hold back from surrender. This conversation invites you to gently recognize what’s rising in your heart and bring it openly before Jesus, trusting that the very places you want to hide are the places where healing begins. Speaker: Andy Petry 1823 Andy Petry and Eldon Watkins 2170b276-a641-4fa5-a5d9-f602bfc39c3e https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 17 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -06002026 This episode explores how our view of God deeply shapes our recovery. We talk about the tension between powerlessness and responsibility and how recovery invites us to take ownership of our choices without losing sight of God’s sovereignty. It’s an honest look at learning to stay humble, open, and responsive to where God is leading. Speaker: Andy Petry and Eldon Watkins 2137 Andy Petry and Ella 37334e1d-a161-4e2a-88ea-2d83ced46662 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 10 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -06002026 What if the things you’ve always labeled as “just who I am” didn’t have to define you? In this episode, Ella opens up about learning to trust God with the parts of herself she once believed were too ingrained to change—perfectionism, anxiety, and patterns she thought she’d have to manage forever. Through recovery, she’s discovering that real transformation doesn’t come from trying harder—it comes from surrender. Speaker: Andy Petry and Ella 1832 Andy Petry and Julia Petry 9ef7c75d-02b7-40a8-be24-4487273d5062 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 03 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -06002026 What if addiction didn’t have to be a lifelong struggle? In this episode, we talk about what we wish we’d known earlier—how community and vulnerability can change everything. From facing shame to breaking the lie that freedom isn’t possible, this conversation highlights how safe, honest spaces lead to real healing. If you’ve ever felt alone in your struggle, this episode is a reminder that lasting sobriety, hope, and freedom are possible. Speaker: Andy Petry and Julia Petry 2023 Andy Petry and Michael Summers e26b187e-d968-4c1b-b581-345943c4a8d9 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 27 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -06002026 This episode dives into the lessons learned along the road to healing: walking into recovery unsure it would help, learning to slow down, and realizing freedom comes from daily surrender, not instant change. We talk about why recovery is a marathon; how investing time leads to real health and lasting joy—not quick fixes—and what it means to rely on God’s power one day at a time. Speaker: Andy Petry and Michael Summers 2194 Andy Petry and Justin Ervin 7a29ffe5-4b0c-4028-8276-1a098ce35fac https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 20 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -06002026 In this episode, we explore what it looks like to step into healing with honesty and humility. We reflect on the journey through Celebrate Recovery, the freedom found in choosing progress over perfection, and the courage it takes to ask the deeper “why” behind our struggles. Along the way, we’re reminded that our identity is not defined by sin but rooted in Christ. Speaker: Andy Petry and Justin Ervin 1862 Andy Petry 9de998c8-4feb-490e-99ee-e10a9c7305a3 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 13 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -06002026 Recovery was never meant to be a solo journey. In this episode, we talk honestly about why letting others in can feel so terrifying—and why it’s essential for healing. Real healing begins when we allow ourselves to be known—by God and by others—and the first step toward that healing is simple, but not easy: honesty. We explore the fear of being fully known and rejected, the shame that drives us into isolation, and how accountability, sponsorship, and safe community become turning points in recovery. Through personal stories and Scripture, this conversation reminds us that hiding never leads to healing, two are better than one, and it’s okay to need others. You don’t have to do this alone—you were never meant to. Speaker: Andy Petry 1657 Andy Petry 0d9beb98-f26e-476a-9beb-be2e6cf49b25 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 06 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -06002026 This episode invites us to look honestly at the places where change feels hardest and asks a simple but challenging question: what if the starting point isn’t trying harder, but surrendering? This episode explores Principle 1 and Jesus’ words about spiritual poverty, reminding us that real transformation begins when we admit we need help. Through the lens of recovery, we talk about surrender as releasing self-reliance, embracing honesty, and allowing God to heal us. Speaker: Andy Petry 1614 Andy Petry 812783df-065c-49c0-9af1-6b5c99d7f737 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 30 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 As we stand on the edge of a new year, this episode invites us into intentional reflection. We pause to ask God what He’s been doing in our lives over the past year—and where He may be leading us next. Through honest questions, Scripture, and space for both grief and gratitude, we explore how to invite God into our reflection, notice what’s bringing life to our hearts, and identify patterns or struggles that may be holding us back. As we enter a new season, this conversation encourages us to surrender what hinders us and trust God as we step forward with endurance and hope. Speaker: Andy Petry 1742 Andy Petry 52b33eca-3999-48da-a3e7-120c68eec509 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 23 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 In this episode, we take a closer look at what Christmas was really like—and why it matters for our recovery today. Many of us grew up with nativity plays, carols, and a picture-perfect version of the story. But the birth of Jesus actually happened in a world full of darkness, chaos, and oppression. God’s people were living under Roman rule, feeling forgotten, and wondering if He still spoke at all. We’ll talk about how Jesus entered that kind of reality—into uncertainty, poverty, and struggle—and why that brings real hope to us in our own seasons of pain. Christmas isn’t just a festive moment; it’s a reminder that God meets us right in the mess and brings light where it’s needed most. Speaker: Andy Petry 1728 Andy Petry a0435aa5-25e1-43fb-88f8-522a09809ece https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 16 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 In this episode, we talk honestly about discouragement—what it is, how to recognize it, and how to take the next step when moving forward feels hard. This time between Thanksgiving and Christmas can stir up all kinds of emotions, expectations, and pressure, and many of us find ourselves feeling more defeated than we’d like to admit. We unpack the signs of discouragement, like negative self-talk and unrealistic expectations, and look at how to bring those moments into the light. Most importantly, we lean into the hope of Philippians 1:6, reminding us that the good work God started in us isn’t finished—and He isn’t giving up on us. Speaker: Andy Petry 2023 Andy Petry and Michael Summers 133130c4-ed23-4fec-b167-b5e242a73a86 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 09 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 This episode looks at why rest is such an important part of healing and recovery, even though it’s something many of us overlook. We talk about how the world pushes us toward a fast, urgent pace, and how that can shape our view of value and busyness. We also discuss why it can feel hard to slow down, why God commands us to rest, and how modern technology keeps us constantly connected—but not always truly connected with people. We explore the difference between passive rest and intentional rest, how pride and distraction can get in the way, and why we were created to work out of rest instead of working for rest. You’ll also hear practical habits that help promote real rest—whether it’s getting out in nature, finding quiet space away from distractions, or learning to be present instead of always doing. Speaker: Andy Petry and Michael Summers 2285 Andy Petry and Hudson Hornsby 85b6c2a7-de1d-4750-a325-aef5ef0ab466 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 02 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 This episode explores why connection is at the heart of recovery and why isolation so often fuels the very struggles we’re trying to escape. Hudson and Andy talk through the power of community, honest sharing, and the surprising healing that unfolds when we let ourselves be known. They reflect on James 5:16— “Confess your sins to one another so that you may be healed”—and how living that out in real relationships becomes a turning point in sobriety, spiritual growth, and emotional health. Together, they unpack the fears, barriers, and old beliefs that make vulnerability feel risky, and why stepping into authentic community is often the very thing God uses to bring freedom and renewal. Speaker: Andy Petry and Hudson Hornsby 2086 Andy Petry and Julia Petry a73cacba-0daa-4ed6-8cf0-46730f1eb2d2 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 25 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 The holiday season can bring joy, nostalgia, and connection—but it can also stir up pressure, unspoken expectations, and complicated family dynamics. In this episode, Julia shares what it looks like to lean into this time of year with intentionality, staying connected to God, herself, and others even when emotions run high. We talk about the weight of expectations, how to communicate honestly when it feels safe, and practical ways to set healthy boundaries. Speaker: Andy Petry and Julia Petry 2171 Andy Petry and Eldon Watkins 31ed55c9-6bdc-406e-a0e5-9b854b064d5f https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 18 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 Why do we begin every Friday night at Celebrate Recovery with worship? In this episode, we explore how worship anchors our recovery by turning our hearts toward our one true Higher Power, Jesus Christ. Worship isn’t just singing—it’s ascribing ultimate worth to God with our hearts, minds, and bodies. We’ll talk about how what we worship shapes what we pursue, why we’re prone to worship the wrong things, and how true worship brings us back into alignment with God’s design for our lives. Speaker: Andy Petry and Eldon Watkins 2216 Andy Petry f37b239d-7c16-422e-844d-8f89a55a96b4 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 11 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 Our thought life shapes the way we step into the world—our attitudes, emotions, and behaviors all flow from what we choose to dwell on. In this episode, we explore how recovery invites us to renew our minds, move from autopilot to awareness, and let God transform our thinking through Romans 12:1–2. Speaker: Andy Petry 1819 Andy Petry 6fdd2a19-08d8-4411-b9f3-899dcf590474 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 04 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 In this episode, we unpack Principle 1 — realizing that we are not God and admitting our powerlessness to control our tendency to do the wrong thing. We’ll talk about what it means to adopt an attitude of surrender, lean into God’s strength instead of our own, and recognize His power at work in our lives. Through honest reflection and biblical truth, we’re reminded that admitting we’re powerless isn’t defeat—it’s the first step toward real freedom and transformation. Speaker: Andy Petry 1929 Michael Summers and Hudson Hornsby ca067232-99b5-4156-ac6c-0ea428e246ba https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 28 Oct 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 This episode explores Principle 6 and what it looks like to live out God’s grace in our relationships. We talk about forgiveness, making amends, and how receiving God’s grace empowers us to extend it to others. Even when a relationship can’t be fully restored, God’s grace frees our hearts from bitterness and leads us toward peace and healing in Christ. Speaker: Michael Summers and Hudson Hornsby 2168 Michael Summers and Justin cac34699-25e8-4014-af1e-321ec9c13d43 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 21 Oct 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 In this episode, we dive into The Landing—Celebrate Recovery’s ministry designed specifically for students. Justin, the pastor who leads the ministry, shares how The Landing provides a safe, judgment-free space where teens can be real about their struggles and find freedom from hurts, habits, and hang-ups. We discuss why this environment matters in a world filled with comparison and social pressure, and how honest community helps break isolation—the place where the enemy often feeds lies. At The Landing, students hear truth spoken over them from God’s Word, experience genuine relationships, and discover how deeply God loves them. Speaker: Michael Summers and Justin 1881 Michael Summers and Sylvia 8ce65c7e-f727-4ab2-99f8-8e714ea41227 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 14 Oct 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 In this episode, we sit down with Sylvia, the National Celebration Place Director, to talk about “Pre-covery” and the vital role of Celebrate Recovery’s children’s ministry. With over two decades of experience, Sylvia shares how Celebration Place equips kids to understand and process their emotions in healthy, Christ-centered ways. She discusses the global impact of the program, how it partners with parents, and the transformational effect it has had on her own family. This conversation sheds light on why building a foundation of emotional and spiritual resilience early on is so important. Speaker: Michael Summers and Sylvia 1741 Andy Petry and Rodney Holmstrom db9a3fcb-a4c1-4d78-87f6-01881334605b https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 07 Oct 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry explore attachment theory, asking a foundational question: What do I assume God feels when I come to His mind? Through the lens of secure, anxious, and avoidant attachment styles, they examine how early relational experiences shape not only our connections with others but also our relationship with God. The conversation challenges listeners to understand their emotional patterns without turning them into identity labels and invites a deeper trust in God's unwavering love—beyond performance, fear, or shame. Speaker: Andy Petry and Rodney Holmstrom 2251 Andy Petry and Ailee 6caf9a74-0e64-405e-aff9-8c1d3943bf66 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 30 Sep 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 In this episode, we sit down with Ailee, a college ministry leader, for an honest conversation about her own journey of healing and how it’s shaped her heart for the next generation. She shares how tools like counseling and Celebrate Recovery helped her walk through struggles with pride, control, and isolation—and how that experience now informs the way she supports college-aged women in their own battles. Together, we talk about the growing awareness among young adults of their struggles, the challenges they face in seeking help, and how Celebrate Recovery offers a Christ-centered community where they can find real hope and freedom. Speaker: Andy Petry and Ailee 1857 Michael Summers and Eldon Watkins efee9e70-36bb-4ecd-bbfa-d57715c0dd97 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 23 Sep 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 In Part Two of this series, journaling is explored as a meaningful tool for spiritual growth and recovery. This episode emphasizes journaling as a private, intentional practice — not for performance, but for processing, healing, and deepening connection with God. The episode also highlights some of the real, tangible benefits of journaling, like reduced stress, better sleep, and improved emotional health. Whether writing prayers, copying Scripture, or simply making space to reflect, journaling remains a powerful tool for growth. Speaker: Michael Summers and Eldon Watkins 1590 Michael Summers and Eldon Watkins 605cc371-8a33-4058-9593-e8771207be3d https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 16 Sep 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 In this episode, we explore the spiritual discipline of journaling as a powerful tool for recovery, growth, and deeper connection with God. Whether you love journaling or feel resistant to it, self-reflection is a vital practice— helping us process our thoughts, prevent relapse, and remember how God has moved in our lives. Speaker: Michael Summers and Eldon Watkins 1458 Andy Petry and Kyle K. a756f1ea-4ed9-4118-a1fa-b1bec1c7cf2d https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 09 Sep 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 In this episode, we sit down with Kyle — a gifted storyteller and church video producer — as he shares his deeply personal journey through pain, secrecy, and transformation. From childhood eye trauma and shame to battling perfectionism and anger as an adult, Kyle opens up about how Celebrate Recovery helped him confront hidden wounds, find healing, and embrace vulnerability. This is a story of God's tenacious grace, the power of community, and what happens when we finally stop hiding. Speaker: Andy Petry and Kyle K. 2244 Andy Petry and Eldon Watkins 12cf8343-8841-4b0a-a826-980cea83e1f4 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 02 Sep 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 In this powerful episode of Hope in Recovery, we explore Jesus’ Parable of the Soils and how it reflects our personal recovery journeys. Whether our hearts are hardened, shallow, choked by worry, or ready for growth, God meets us where we are. Only God can transform the soul—healing past wounds, deepening our roots, and clearing the clutter that holds us back. Through His truth and grace, and with tools like Celebrate Recovery, lasting change is possible. No matter your starting point, there is hope in recovery. Speaker: Andy Petry and Eldon Watkins 2204 Andy Petry and Michael Summers 493aa7e8-7391-4f3e-9953-0cdc5b4edce0 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 26 Aug 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 In this episode, we explore two common extremes that can derail our recovery journey: legalism and permissivism. One turns life into a rigid list of dos and don’ts, while the other excuses unhealthy behaviors in the name of grace. Both can stem from a desire to avoid shame — but neither leads to true freedom. We unpack how: Legalism ties our worth to perfect behavior and fuels pride. Permissivism downplays sin and keeps us stuck in old patterns. A relationship with Jesus offers something better: grace that transforms This conversation is about finding the balance — understanding that while our actions matter, they’re not what save us. God’s design for life, recovery, and relationship is more freeing than either ditch. Speaker: Andy Petry and Michael Summers 2309 Rodney Holmstrom, Andy Petry cfa52d47-111c-46c2-b532-37a8ecdb302a https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 19 Aug 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 In this episode of Hope in Recovery, we explore the deep and often painful process of letting go of old wounds and character defects. Drawing from the story of Jacob wrestling with God in Genesis 32, we ask: Am I wrestling against God, or clinging to Him in my pain? Sometimes the pain we face is chronic—familiar, lingering, and easy to settle into, even though it keeps us stuck. Other times, it’s acute—a sharp pain that signals it’s time to grow. In both cases, God isn’t surprised. He meets us in our pain, not to leave us there, but to lead us into healing. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom, Andy Petry 1998 Rodney Holmstrom b1c61f9b-5573-457e-a34b-eda79bbab6ca https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 We’re continuing the conversation about adult children of dysfunctional families and the unhealthy survival strategies many of us develop in those environments. In this episode, Rodney returns for part two of this powerful discussion. He unpacks how Celebrate Recovery creates a safe, Christ-centered space rooted in biblical truth and a proven process that helps us understand and release old dysfunctional patterns—and ultimately embrace our true identity in Christ. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1499 Rodney Holmstrom c89df6e0-6786-4539-b88a-ac043c55037d https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 05 Aug 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 As we begin our recovery journey, we often gain new insight into how dysfunctional our family systems may have been growing up. In response to these environments, many of us developed survival strategies—ways of thinking, feeling, and behaving that once helped us get through painful circumstances, but may now be keeping us stuck. In this episode, Rodney unpacks these common survival strategies and how they shape our lives. By recognizing where they come from and how they show up today, we can begin to experience lasting transformation. Discover how Celebrate Recovery offers a path toward healing, freedom, and a healthier future. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1664 Michael Summers and Eldon Watkins cafd7c52-896a-400d-aebe-da6b4c90a202 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 29 Jul 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 In this episode of Hope in Recovery, Michael introduces Eldon, the new Worship Leader at Celebrate Recovery Rogers. Eldon shares his story—from battling hidden struggles, to finding true safety and healing in Christ. Hear how God used Celebrate Recovery as a tool to bring transformation in his life, marriage, parenting, and worship leadership within the safety of authentic community. Speaker: Michael Summers and Eldon Watkins 1945 Andy Petry and Michael Summers 9b20842d-2557-4147-9fb5-d61b16cfb230 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 22 Jul 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 Have you ever tried to push through life on your own strength—only to end up feeling disconnected, numb, or isolated? In this episode, we explore the life-changing power of connection: with God, with others, and even with ourselves. We talk about what it really means to move closer to Jesus through community and how Celebrate Recovery helps bridge the gap between self-reliance and surrender. From personal stories of living in denial and disconnection to finding healing through confession, service, and safe relationships, this episode is a reminder that we were never meant to do life alone. Speaker: Andy Petry and Michael Summers 2328 Andy Petry and Michael Summers 343c8f56-df97-4839-9287-4af69ba9ff2a https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 15 Jul 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 In this second part of our series, we dig deeper into the role of acceptance in the journey toward peace. Building on the foundation laid in Part 1, we explore how denial—of pain, of reality, or of our own limitations—can keep us stuck, while acceptance opens the door to transformation. Through reflection and biblical truth, they consider how embracing what is, rather than resisting it, is a courageous step of faith that leads to genuine peace. Speaker: Andy Petry and Michael Summers 2104 Andy Petry and Michael Summers 9e420f45-3773-4036-9d2b-4adbe1e4497f https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 08 Jul 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 This episode is the first of a two-part series exploring the surprising connection between hardship and peace. Through the lens of the Serenity Prayer and Scripture, we challenge the idea that a “perfect” life should be free from suffering—and contrast it with the reality that Jesus, who is perfect, endured the greatest hardship of all. In this conversation, we reflect honestly on how true peace is found not in avoiding pain, but in walking through it with God. Speaker: Andy Petry and Michael Summers 2030 Rodney Holmstrom 7184935d-1f28-4d46-ae05-4c631625a7bc https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 01 Jul 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 In this episode, we explore the importance of being an active and wise participant in Celebrate Recovery—especially for leaders. Drawing from 1 Timothy 4:12 and Jesus’ example, we discuss why showing up, modeling vulnerability, and living with humility and service are key to authentic leadership in recovery. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1910 Rodney Holmstrom, Andy Petry, David Attebery 75465463-42a5-4bf0-ae6a-d036899fa111 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 24 Jun 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 In this episode, David Attebery looks back on 15 years of leading worship, walking with others through recovery, and living life in authentic community. You’ll hear memories, stories, and reflections on what made those years so meaningful. He’s not retiring—he’s being redeployed—and his story is a powerful testament to the impact of serving faithfully and living honestly. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom, Andy Petry, David Attebery 2403 Andy Petry and Hudson Hornsby d02b115c-562c-4a0f-afa2-b1e9fac9ee77 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 17 Jun 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 Hudson grew up in a small-town spotlight, hiding deep struggles with addiction, shame, and loneliness. But in his lowest moments, God met him with love through unexpected people. Now honest, free, and full of purpose, Hudson shares his journey from isolation to hope — and the joy of helping others find healing too. Speaker: Andy Petry and Hudson Hornsby 2334 Andy Petry and Michael Summers f3f96c2f-f90e-4760-981f-5a3c983b9626 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 10 Jun 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 Surrender isn’t about giving up—it’s about letting go of what’s not working. In this episode, you’ll hear how admitting the need for God can bring real peace and healing. Trying to control everything only adds to the struggle but trusting God with what you’re holding onto opens the door to recovery. Speaker: Andy Petry and Michael Summers 1891 Rodney Holmstrom 177c2b3b-b82b-4fe9-86cc-dc41151f17f1 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 03 Jun 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 This episode explores the difference between codependency and healthy, Christ-centered leadership. We discuss how to lead others toward wholeness without losing boundaries, and why true leadership is rooted in God's calling—not the need for approval. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 2029 Rodney Holmstrom and Sarah 0adc533a-126a-488c-b695-41c387e6b042 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 27 May 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 In this episode, Sarah shares her journey with anxiety, depression, and the belief that struggling meant weakness. She opens up about the lies that kept her stuck and the turning point toward healing. The conversation explores how anxiety affects the brain, the cost of suppressing emotions, and the strength found in seeking help. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Sarah 1892 Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry 442115e4-1dfe-4517-a30a-7132fe5da96c https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 20 May 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 In this episode, we continue our exploration of how Satan attempts to sabotage our recovery. One powerful tactic he uses is the lie that we’ve sinned too much to be healed—that our past disqualifies us from restoration. But is that true? Join us as we uncover the truth about grace, redemption, and the boundless healing available to us, no matter our history. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry 2059 Rodney Holmstrom, Andy Petry, and Hudson Hornsby 68fd22b4-0db7-4baa-9709-957edc17e07f https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 13 May 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 One of the enemy's most powerful tactics is convincing us that honesty will lead to our downfall—that if we tell the truth, everything we value will crumble, and nothing will ever be good again. It’s a trap that keeps us isolated and stuck in shame. In this episode, we expose that lie and dive into why honesty is not only essential for healing, but also a weapon against the enemy's schemes. Discover how truth sets us free, even when it feels risky. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom, Andy Petry, and Hudson Hornsby 2018 Rodney Holmstrom 82692be8-909c-41cf-a1e1-c52d030ada65 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 06 May 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 What is the opposite of codependency—and what does it look like in everyday life? In this episode, we explore the concept of healthy interdependence and how shifting our dependency to the right source can actually strengthen our relationships with others. Learn how emotional and spiritual alignment can foster deeper, more balanced connections built on mutual support, not control or fear. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1836 Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry 1b7160a8-bb1a-4a2a-99a2-71471742c9c8 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 29 Apr 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 Have you ever left a coffee date feeling lighter, encouraged, and deeply refreshed—like you just sat with someone who poured life into your soul? Imagine if that person was Jesus. In this episode, we explore what it really looks like to have “coffee with Jesus” on a regular basis. Spoiler: He’s already at the table, longing for your presence. Let’s talk about how to make time with Him the most life-giving part of your day. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry 2120 Rodney Holmstrom and Kareena f30557e5-f82b-409e-921e-1a64f463a3ce https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 22 Apr 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 What does it really look like to apply Step 10 in everyday life—taking a personal inventory and spending intentional time with God? Is it actually doable, and what impact does it make? In this episode, we’re joined by Kareena, a longtime member of the recovery community, as she shares her journey of practicing daily inventory and the power of promptly admitting when we're wrong. Her story is a powerful reminder of how vigilance can replace fear and bring lasting growth. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Kareena 1982 Rodney Holmstrom 9be5d94d-7439-4204-9b05-517bb4d4cdae https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 15 Apr 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 What does isolation really look like in recovery? As we begin to build healthy community and form meaningful connections with those who truly care about us, the enemy often tries to pull us back into a place of loneliness. In today’s episode, we’re diving into how isolation can become a powerful weapon against our recovery—and how we can recognize it, resist it, and stay rooted in the support systems that help us heal and grow. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1704 Andy Petry and Michael Summers 360d5821-05bf-4129-a9e8-ba4b6889bb29 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 08 Apr 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 What tactics will the enemy use to undermine our recovery? As we move toward healing and a new life, the enemy will stop at nothing to pull us back into the chaos of our past—into death, destruction, and division. In part three of this series, we’ll continue to explore how Satan works to disrupt our recovery journey, particularly through the relationships that matter most. How does he seek to sow division and derail our progress in our relationships? Speaker: Andy Petry and Michael Summers 2051 Rodney Holmstrom and Andy ef406f0d-3be3-4263-a530-b4eb57fdb6d4 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 01 Apr 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 What tactics will the enemy use to undermine our recovery? As we move toward healing and a new life, the enemy will stop at nothing to pull us back into the chaos of our past—into death, destruction, and division. In part two of this series, we’ll continue to explore how Satan works to disrupt our recovery journey, particularly through the relationships that matter most. How does he seek to sow division and derail our progress in our relationships? Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Andy 2117 Rodney Holmstrom and Andy 395ad785-18fb-43d8-bc54-c8950ac5c80e https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 25 Mar 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 What tactics will the enemy use to undermine our recovery? As we move toward healing and a new life, the enemy will stop at nothing to pull us back into the chaos of our past—into death, destruction, and division. In this two-part podcast series, we’ll explore how Satan works to disrupt our recovery journey, particularly through the relationships that matter most. How does he seek to sow division and derail our progress in this crucial area? Join us as we dive into the enemy's tactics and examine how to safeguard the relationships that are vital to our healing. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Andy 2127 Rodney Holmstrom and Andy a4527f30-d863-4b5d-9dd0-c9894c8d92c2 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 18 Mar 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 We’ve reached a pivotal moment in our recovery, where we are faced with one of the most significant decisions of our lives. Are we truly ready to surrender everything to God—our lives, our will, our control? Today, we will explore Step 3 and Principle 3, diving into what it means to turn it all over. We’ve invited a friend to join us as we continue the conversation and reflect on this crucial point in our journey toward growth and healing. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Andy 1813 Rodney Holmstrom 3b9fc040-0816-47e1-bd7e-18a17c32493f https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 11 Mar 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 Step 12, now what? We may wonder if step 12 is just an add on to our recovery and written as a suggestion but what if Principle 8 and Step 12 mean more to our recoveries than we anticipate? Join us today as we wrap up our series on the “why” behind the 8 principles and 12 steps. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1720 Rodney Holmstrom 8c64049b-a0a1-43ec-81e5-90787e3d65f6 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 04 Mar 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 We’ve made incredible progress through the life-changing work of the first 10 steps. Now, as we approach the second half of Principle 7, it’s time to dive deeper into Step 11. What role does Step 11 play in our recovery? How can practices like prayer and meditation support our growth along this journey? In this episode, we’ll explore how Step 11 is a crucial component in our ongoing recovery process. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1610 Rodney Holmstrom 4a8fb81d-6869-4b26-8fa0-d7e212ea38cf https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 25 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 We’ve navigated the challenging but rewarding path of the first 9 steps in our recovery journey, celebrating the victories and facing the difficult lessons from living out the first 6 principles. Now, it might feel like we're standing at a crossroads—wondering if this is where the journey ends or if we dig deeper, planting stronger roots that will sustain us and prevent us from slipping back into old patterns. Join us today as we explore the 'why' behind continuing our recovery work through Step 10. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1723 Rodney Holmstrom 9b1d5be0-c1ab-4c15-ba9f-86de44885fd1 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 18 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 "Do you know what they did to me? Why should I forgive them?" This is a question many of us wrestle with in our recovery. Forgiveness and making amends are often among the hardest steps to take, and extending grace to others—and receiving it ourselves—can feel like one of the greatest challenges. As we dive into Step 9, we'll come to see that trusting the process of making amends is not just a step, but a turning point in our healing journey. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1721 Rodney Holmstrom and Renee 1bfb6723-098c-4aa1-8f69-65528ff65152 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 11 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 Does offering forgiveness and making amends ever feel intimidating? While it can seem like a scary challenge in our recovery journey, it's also a crucial step to ensure we continue moving forward. Today, we’ll be inspired by one of our recovery sisters as she shares her personal experience navigating Principle 6 and Step 8. Her story will remind us of the power and peace that comes from embracing these essential steps in our recovery process. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Renee 2403 Rodney Holmstrom b4a4261c-0891-4931-b03f-e064d814a812 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 04 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 Are Principle 6 and Step 8 among the most challenging aspects of our recovery journey? How can examining our past and present relationships, old wounds, and former selves support our healing—and is it really worth the struggle? In today’s discussion, we’ll explore why we embrace Principle 6 and Step 8, even when they feel tough and intimidating. Together, let’s navigate the pain and fear, discovering how forgiveness and making amends can transform our recovery in wonderful ways. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1856 Rodney Holmstrom 8edd9bb5-a3e1-4d3e-a317-770d35f6e142 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 28 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 On our podcast, we've been exploring the principles behind each step, taking time to understand not just how to do the work, but why it matters. Step 7 is no different. How can we humbly ask ourselves and God to reveal our character defects? It’s easy to wonder: Is this just busy work, or is there a deeper purpose in confronting these flaws? Let’s continue our conversation as we explore the "why" behind Step 7 and the significance of this transformative process. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1711 Rodney Holmstrom 95d4b23f-3116-469a-a6e1-ab5f39b64ad0 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 21 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 John 8:36 tells us, "So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed." This promise of freedom is not just a distant hope but a present reality we can experience. But what does it truly mean to walk in that freedom, day by day? How do we stay the course, trusting that God's purpose and plan for our lives are greater than anything we could have imagined? Today, we’ll explore what it means to be set free and how we can live confidently in the truth of that freedom, grounded in the knowledge that God is guiding us toward a future filled with His promises. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1843 Rodney Holmstrom aa9b32b5-b865-4bda-b763-d7cea850f346 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 14 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 How do we prevent ourselves from returning to the old 'neighborhoods' where our hurts, habits, and hang-ups once lived? What does it take to be truly ready to surrender our character defects to God? This is a crucial step in our recovery, one that helps keep us from slipping back into old patterns. Join us today as we explore the deeper meaning behind Step 6, guiding us toward a better understanding of how to walk in both victory and surrender. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1531 Rodney Holmstrom e3a96463-a441-467e-a982-a104125d587d https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 07 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -06002025 We’ve been walking through each step and principle, uncovering the deeper "why" behind them to help us gain a clearer understanding of how to fully engage in the recovery process. Today, we’re turning our attention to Principle 4, Step 5. At first glance, admitting our wrongs may not seem like an easy or enjoyable task, but why is it so essential? Let’s explore the freedom and healing that come when we open up about our hurts, habits, and hang-ups—to God, to ourselves, and to someone we trust. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1464 Rodney Holmstrom 5c0f0226-baa4-4a99-948c-a55678300f15 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 31 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 Change is an inevitable part of life, and with it comes the natural flow of seasons throughout our recovery journey. Each season presents its own set of challenges and opportunities for growth. So, what season are you in right now? Whether you’re stepping into a fresh chapter or feeling stuck in an old one, today’s episode will dive into the unique characteristics and benefits of each season. We’ll explore how to reflect on the past, embrace the present, and prepare for the future, offering insights to help you navigate the transitions we all face along the way. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1867 Rodney Holmstrom b2288953-29bf-4c03-8776-e95c1bf99d39 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 24 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 Is it possible to break free from generational dysfunction? Absolutely. Through the transformative power of Jesus, we can move away from destructive patterns and embrace a new way of living. But how do we actively lean into recovery and rewrite the story of our past struggles, turning cycles of pain into a legacy of hope and healing? Join us as we explore this powerful journey of transformation and the possibility of creating a new legacy in Christ. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1588 Rodney Holmstrom and David 3b0ddb0e-c3d6-4f60-967c-d96bfa0d273b https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 17 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 As we continue our journey through the 12 Steps and 8 Principles, we pause today to reflect on Step 4. In David's Life Change Story, we will witness the fears and struggles he faced as he began his searching and fearless moral inventory. Although this step can be challenging, it is through the courage to face the truth that healing begins. Honesty, though difficult, opens the door to freedom and growth. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and David 1985 Rodney Holmstrom 1ea19f00-adb9-4df3-bbcb-14cce17c67d3 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 10 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 When we grasp the why behind the 12 Steps and 8 Principles, we gain the clarity and strength we need to embrace the what of our recovery. Join us today as we dive into Principle 4 and Step 4, exploring how to make sense of our pain and face the truth about what has happened to us—and what we've done to others as a result. It’s not always easy, but it’s worth it. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1761 Rodney Holmstrom 391edf39-86b6-4269-bc63-18a213f31c19 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 03 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 Principle 3 teaches us that we consciously choose to commit our lives and wills to Christ's care and control. Today, we continue our journey of exploring the "why" behind the 12 Steps and 8 Principles, diving deeper into what it truly means to place our lives and wills in the hands of Jesus. This intentional decision is a pivotal moment in our recovery, as it fuels the momentum needed for lasting transformation. But how do we take this step? Join us in today’s discussion as we explore the practical aspects of this powerful choice. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1769 Rodney Holmstrom aed5ef24-4f2a-49c3-90f1-da6d29b23e04 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 26 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 The holidays can be a challenging time but remember: the enemy cannot defeat us in just one season. God is much bigger than that. In moments of struggle, how can we stand firm and reframe the lies the enemy tries to plant in our minds, replacing them with God's promises? This season, even amid grief, loss, or ongoing recovery, can still be a time of hope. Together, we'll explore how to embrace this season, trusting that through it all, we will emerge stronger and more resilient in our recovery. The journey may be tough, but with God's help, we will navigate it and come out on the other side better, more grounded, and filled with renewed hope. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1916 Rodney Holmstrom 97cae5a2-6306-40fa-8ada-116173ce67f3 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 19 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 Why do we take one step and one principle at a time? It may feel like our recovery is moving slowly, but there's a reason for the deliberate pace. Each step and principle is designed with intention, offering a process that is not only life-sustaining but also transformative. Last week, we explored Step 1, and in this week’s podcast, we’ll continue our journey by diving into the purpose and significance behind Step 2. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1599 Rodney Holmstrom 6462a31f-d40e-4665-8b32-2283d0eb28bb https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 12 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 What are the 8 principles and 12 steps? Why do we focus on each principle and step one at a time? In this podcast, we will discuss why working through these steps and principles is essential to our recovery. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1614 Rodney Holmstrom b00721f4-29b9-4f04-8f4b-1c2c8ed1a33a https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 05 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 How can we maintain a ‘One Day at A Time’ mentality? In this podcast, we will walk through practical ways we can choose to work out our recovery journey by looking to do the next right thing and make the next right choice; keeping us grounded in living one day at a time. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1670 Rodney Holmstrom 56c8880f-5937-428a-9ee7-5e2caed92376 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 29 Oct 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 In part two of “Inviting Jesus into Recovery”, we will continue the conversation about what it looks like to bring Jesus into our recovery. When we invite Jesus into recovery each day, we are pursuing the truth and principle that will produce the fruit of recovery in Jesus. If you missed last week, we encourage you to go and listen to our Podcast “Inviting Jesus into Recovery – Part One” as we discuss practical ways that Jesus can be brought into our healing from our hurts, habits, and hangups. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1610 Rodney Holmstrom d2995c04-0881-48e1-8721-b8775997c937 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 22 Oct 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 There is a difference between recovery and sobriety. In this two-part podcast, we will talk about what it looks like to bring Jesus into our recovery. When we invite Jesus into this process each day, we are pursuing the truth and principle that will produce the fruit of recovery in Jesus. Listen this week and next week to discuss practical ways that Jesus can be brought into our healing from our hurts, habits, and hangups. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1358 Rodney Holmstrom 9b51a369-25b6-4e0b-9777-907910e25afe https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 15 Oct 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 We are all leaders that are called to a ministry. How can we walk with perseverance pursing the life God has called us to? In this podcast, we will talk about how we can continue in our journey towards healing and freedom, leaning into what it means to work our recovery with perseverance. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1713 Rodney Holmstrom and Izzy cd2da978-7814-4521-b416-53167ab87169 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 08 Oct 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 Let’s talk about grace. When you hear the word grace, what comes to mind? In this podcast, we will unpack “grace” and how it can make a difference in our recovery! Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Izzy 2039 Rodney Holmstrom 568a1199-bc20-414a-8515-0195a3cbef58 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 01 Oct 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 Last week we talked about the problem of shame and the effect it has on our recovery. On this episode, Rodney encourages us by different ways we can combat shame and move forward in the newness of like that Christ intended. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1395 Rodney Holmstrom 5d8db3b0-4b8b-41b0-947b-2886f11e22c4 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 24 Sep 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 Shame can be so insidious. It has been described as the #1 tool of the enemy. But what is shame? How does the enemy use it to get us stuck in our recovery? On this episode, Rodney unpacks the role shame plays in our hurts, hand-ups, and habits, so that we can be on guard against it. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1743 Rodney Holmstrom, Josh, and Julia 91395ca0-6356-48c4-bd37-201404a8eab9 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 17 Sep 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 On the last two episodes, Rodney explored the characteristics and cost of body image issues, as well as the pathway toward healing. On this episode, we hear from Josh and Julia, two people who have been in recovery for a while and share a little bit of their life change story around body image issues. This is part 2 of a 2-part series. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom, Josh, and Julia 1824 Rodney Holmstrom, Josh, and Julia c9dcd8eb-50d4-4d24-a11f-d6f18bca399a https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 10 Sep 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 On the last two episodes, Rodney explored the characteristics and cost of body image issues, as well as the pathway toward healing. On this episode, we hear from Josh and Julia, two people who have been in recovery for a while and share a little bit of their life change story around body image issues. This is part 1 of a 2-part series. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom, Josh, and Julia 1480 Rodney Holmstrom e6f0de3e-5bfd-49fa-a47d-18f01b7e1433 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 03 Sep 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 On the last episode, Rodney outlined key characteristics of body shame and it way it changes how we view ourselves. On this episode, we explore the cost of body image issues without shaming ourselves, as well as the pathway toward healing. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1685 Rodney Holmstrom 1dd16105-ce39-4b0b-9db0-96604dfa355d https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 27 Aug 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 Body image issues can be a hard thing to define because it is so engrained in our culture. On this episode, Rodney defines and outlines key characteristics of body shame and it way it changes how we view ourselves. Stay tuned for next week, when Rodney explores the cost of body shame. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1621 Rodney Holmstrom and Tyra 263ac0de-800f-4276-b0a8-10798f7023e6 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 20 Aug 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 In the previous episode, Rodney unpacked the topic of food, exploring what a healthy and unhealthy relationship with food looks like. This week, we have on Tyra, who was willing to talk about her relationship with food and how that impacted her life. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Tyra 2384 Rodney Holmstrom 749473ce-18a6-4d74-a9a5-172bb46815e4 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 13 Aug 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 How often do you think about food? Is it constantly on your mind? Exploring our relationship with food can be complicated because food is essential to survive. So, what does a healthy relationship with food look like? In this episode, Rodney explores what’s underneath our desire for food, as well as some useful red flags to pay attention to, as we learn grace for ourselves in this area. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1779 Rodney Holmstrom 4ac633af-c039-49cc-8bdf-5dfe92b87b2a https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 06 Aug 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 Fear can be crippling and feel insurmountable. Scripture says repeatedly, “Do not fear.” So, if we find ourselves paralyzed by fear, do we stop and ask ourselves why? What are the good reasons why God told us not to fear. Do we take the time to examine our fear without judging ourselves? What is fear trying to tell us? In this episode, we look at fear in our lives through a curious lens. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1803 Rodney Holmstrom 085c7cbb-9e75-4ea6-b049-6053d0aff1f7 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 30 Jul 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 When exploring the world of codependency, it is easy to misinterpret certain codependent actions as healthy, or on the flip side, mistake some healthy boundaries as cruel. What is the balance? We DO need others, so how do we find healthy interdependence without becoming codependent? Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1875 Rodney Holmstrom 5647e838-d9e8-441f-bffd-eaca7e11a7bd https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 23 Jul 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 There are times when it feels like if one more thing happens, the weight of the world is going to knock us into the ground. Luckily, we serve a God who is big enough that we can be honest about our pain. What do we do in that desperate place? Rodney uses the story of Elijah exhausted in the dessert to shine light on God graciousness, love, and restoration for us! Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1212 Rodney Holmstrom 4d38f2ac-d6cd-46a4-bd95-031cabfa62f6 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 16 Jul 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 Ever felt overwhelmed by your packed schedule, only to find yourself interrupted again? In today's episode, we dive deep into the importance of protecting our calendar but being open to the providential ministry opportunities or people God places in our path. We'll explore a powerful Bible story to uncover valuable lessons for our recovery journey. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 37778202 Rodney Holmstrom 3ca1bed8-9751-42e7-809c-c8a49178b29b https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 09 Jul 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 We all lack self-awareness in certain areas. God often uses others to help us grow in self-awareness, because without self-awareness, meaningful change won’t happen. Rodney breaks down the complicated, and sometime painful process, of stepping out of denial, into becoming more self-aware, and gain healing! Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1746 Rodney Holmstrom and Pastor Brian Trent 4f0176fe-5d3e-4f9e-8e45-07984e859b93 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 02 Jul 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 This week we have the exciting opportunity of hearing an interview Rodney did with a pastor in South Carolina, Pastor Brian Trent at Lighthouse Church. What a joy it is the here his perspective of Celebrate Recovery and how it has changed the culture of their church! Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Pastor Brian Trent 1987 Rodney Holmstrom and Canon 65fc1781-afaf-4e14-9413-cc6ef64e3c79 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 Another story of hope! Canon shares his story, battling health issues since he was 3-years-old, and exploring the roots of his sexual addiction. He reveals how the Lord has been faithful physically, spiritually, and emotionally, and the freedom that he has found by surrendering to God’s power and purpose of his life. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Canon 2235 Rodney Holmstrom e9835255-1974-4255-a4c2-8295b18eaa8f https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 18 Jun 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 We are all a victim in some area of our life because we live in a broken world. So, how do we honor our pain as a victim, without perpetuating a hopeless victim mentality? How do we become a “victor” over the areas that we have been victimized? On this episode, Rodney gives us some practical tools to walk as a Victor! Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1601 Rodney Holmstrom 43f22f64-fc33-41fc-b78a-ffcc2a3af6b0 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 11 Jun 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 We are all a victim in some area of our life because we live in a broken world. So, how do we honor our pain as a victim, without perpetuating a hopeless victim mentality? How do we become a “victor” over the areas that we have been victimized? On this episode, Rodney gives us some practical tools to walk as a Victor! Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1541 Rodney Holmstrom 2fbda1f6-2774-421e-9a55-6b83c3025cb2 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 04 Jun 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 Sometimes the idea of change seems simple and obvious, so it can be confusing when we watch someone we love or ourselves run back to the same patterns of behaviors. Why is it so hard to change? Well, its more complicated than we think. On this episode, Rodney talks about why we avoid change. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1751 Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry 41f599f6-aee3-4662-954c-34be1d5efc5d https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 28 May 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 In our family of origin, it can feel dishonoring to the people we love to be honest about what was really going on and the pain that it caused. This dynamic can feel even more heightened when walking through step 4, when we take an honest inventory of our lives. On this episode, Rodney and Andy break down the dynamic of honest and honoring. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry 2150 Rodney Holmstrom 46f518d3-085c-4f9f-a540-b2423d664987 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 21 May 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 What if I am not the one who did the offense? What if I was on the receiving end of the offense? From a cheating spouse, to receiving abuse from a loved one, to being wounded by the actions of an addict. Is recovery for me too? Yes! Recovery is for everyone. This is an episode addressing specifically the people in recovery who have been offended against. They’re voice is so important! Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1802 Rodney Holmstrom 8f0df796-9c83-44d2-ad09-85704f6e5fc8 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 14 May 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 We are all leaders in some aspect of our life, whether at home, work, at church, etc. How do we apply the principles that we learned early on in our recovery to develop healthy habits as an effective leader? This is part 2 of a 2-part series on cultivating healthy and effective leadership. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 33901630 Rodney Holmstrom ce1620d0-686a-4008-bd4b-e772f400119b https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 07 May 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 We are all leaders in some aspect of our life, whether at home, work, at church, etc. How do we apply the principles that we learned early on in our recovery to develop healthy habits as an effective leader? This is part 1 of a 2-part series on cultivating healthy and effective leadership. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 33904765 Rodney Holmstrom and Linda 73ba57f1-d39d-4a14-8304-8a9e4d05e022 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 30 Apr 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 On this episode, Linda shares her story with depression and anxiety. After several episodes of panic attacks in public places, and confusion over what was happening to her, Linda sought help and began her journey with mental health. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Linda 2082 Rodney Holmstrom and Lou edc8f208-1fdb-4fb5-a8c2-f0bca1fc8758 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 23 Apr 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 On this episode, Lou shares his story with opioids. As a doctor, he has a unique perspective on opioids within the medical system. He became addicted when he started prescribing himself opioids. By the grace of God, he was found out, and has been sober for 20+ years. He has now become a champion in the fight against Opioids, and gives us some practical tools to help! Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Lou 2022 Rodney Holmstrom and Sarah 7c852529-41f4-43e8-8ad0-1aedd9711011 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 16 Apr 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 Mental health struggles can feel permanent in their degree of pain. What does recovery look like in the context of mental health struggles? How do we gain freedom within a life-long struggle with depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, panic attacks, etc.? Rodney interviews Sarah to give her perspective on recovery within the context of mental health struggles. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Sarah 1892 Rodney Holmstrom, David, and Andy 2a418905-9ccc-4f7a-ade3-7c6172b27f38 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 09 Apr 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 It is so hard to know how to respond when someone we love brings their pain to us. We love them so much and often don’t want them to be in pain. If we can’t fix it, when how do we respond? What is our posture, our tone, or the words we say? Rodney, David, and Andy discuss the difficulty and tools that can help! Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom, David, and Andy 2398 Rodney Holmstrom and Rebecka 53dac1d4-04a4-47c3-b68d-e7898cd340d6 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 02 Apr 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 Our response to painful events in our life reveals a deeper layer of ourselves that we might not have known was there. Today, Rebecka shares her story of healing from childhood and adult trauma, and the way the Lord redeemed her pain. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Rebecka 2147 Rodney Holmstrom 1c2686ee-94bd-4373-a7f0-dc89bc235721 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 26 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 What do we do with the topic of depression? Sometimes Depression can get a bad wrap. What is it, and how do we deal with it if we are struggling or someone we love is struggling? Rodney unpacks how we can grow through and struggle well through depression. (This is part 2 of a two-part conversation, if you missed part 1, please go back and take a listen). Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1772 Rodney Holmstrom eb55cba8-5b7b-4279-bb74-cc41390ea0ef https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 19 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 What do we do with the topic of depression? Sometimes Depression can get a bad wrap. What is it, and how do we deal with it if we are struggling or someone we love is struggling? Rodney unpacks how we can grow through and struggle well through depression. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1626 Rodney Holmstrom and Eric 687414f1-bfb5-4273-a6ee-ae15fcacb91e https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 12 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 Denial is a word we hear a lot in recovery. In fact, stepping out of denial is the first step in our recovery! However, it can sometimes be confusing to make denial personal for ourselves and our story. What does scripture say about denial, and what are the dangers of living in denial? Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Eric 1760 Rodney Holmstrom and Jeni Baker 712efed7-121b-479c-bba0-a6746f21a285 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 05 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 Jeni Baker is the Co-Executive Global Director of Celebrate Recovery, and she sat down with Rodney to share her story! They continue to discuss anger and the impact and purpose it plays in our lives, as well as the misconceptions around anger. This is part 2 of a 2-part series. If you have not listened to part 1, take a listen! Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Jeni Baker 1964 Rodney Holmstrom and Jeni Baker b79109ae-e2c8-4004-838f-dfb0749a1750 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 27 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 Jeni Baker is the Co-Executive Global Director of Celebrate Recovery, and she sat down with Rodney to share her story! They discuss anger and the impact and purpose it plays in our lives, as well as the misconceptions around anger. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Jeni Baker 1402 Rodney Holmstrom 312317c2-103f-465a-a429-5d8a01a2c058 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 20 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 Do you compare your story to others? Do you feel like your story isn’t good enough? Why do we even put so much weight and importance on our story? Rodney breaks down and talks about the power and purpose behind our personal story, and what we can learn from it. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 2002 Rodney Holmstrom af286b1a-274d-4da0-8234-f46480435a08 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 13 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 There is a common belief that we need to forget the past and only ever look forward. So, what are the benefits and reasons why we might need to stop and look at our past, to move forward. What are the benefits of a spiritual moral inventory? Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 2029 Rodney Holmstrom 2c76982b-5ba4-4a68-a4f6-b6032f1e290b https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 06 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 What do we do when the very thing in front of us, requiring our attention, is the last thing we want to deal with. Can we be honest with ourselves? Can we be honest with the people who love us? How do we overcome Denial? Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1867 Rodney Holmstrom and Sarah 511a26aa-c955-4f22-852e-722a8170450f https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 30 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 What is your lens on anger? Do you see it as a bad thing? Have you taken the time to think about what is beneath the anger we feel, and what it is pointing to. Today, Rodney sits down and talks about Anger with a trusted friend. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Sarah 1880 Rodney Holmstrom and Jose 6c17cd4d-d730-4e1c-af98-420c98dcd057 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 23 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 It doesn’t matter what culture we come from, everyone speaks “hurt” and everyone has a basic need for love and healing. Join us as Jose shares his story of life change, when he heard about Celebrate Recovery in his own language! Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Jose 1632 Rodney Holmstrom 0abf8e0d-ed8c-4aa5-ba82-5b64b265a034 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 16 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 What does it look like to listening well and stay present with someone while they are sharing their inventory during the 5th step? Many times, we can over think it, but you have all the tools you need! Staying attuned with someone in their pain is one of the greatest gifts we can give them. This is part 2, if you missed part 1, be sure to listen to that one! Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 38295136 Rodney Holmstrom f61a4895-b5ce-45b0-9829-41ef2ab5e130 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 09 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 What does it look like to listening well and stay present with someone while they are sharing their inventory during the 5th step? Many times, we can over think it, but you have all the tools you need! Staying attuned with someone in their pain is one of the greatest gifts we can give them. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1770 Rodney Holmstrom, Nick, and Ryan 71c29139-1c98-43c2-84a3-a74eb2da5954 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 02 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -06002024 The opioid epidemic is not just a local issue, it is a global issue, effecting millions of families and loved ones. Rodney had the opportunity to sit down with friends on the front lines, fighting this epidemic globally. This is a continuation of a discussion on the issue. Their goal is to equip us with confidence and competence moving forward to face this epidemic with Christ help. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom, Nick, and Ryan 1705 Rodney Holmstrom, Nick, and Ryan 28fd9bd7-cb5b-4d66-b2d1-9614d711c229 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 26 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 The opioid epidemic is not just a local issue, it is a global issue, effecting millions of families and loved ones. Rodney had the opportunity to sit down with friends on the front lines, fighting this epidemic globally. They talk about the issue in depth, and shed light on what it looks like on a local level. Their goal is to equip us with confidence and competence moving forward to face this epidemic with Christ help. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom, Nick, and Ryan 1370 Rodney Holmstrom cefe7d54-471b-4e79-86d8-b0755d88a19e https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 19 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 Life Change Stories are a life-line in this recovery process because they help us see that when Jesus does something in us, He can also do something through us. Rodney’s story is a testament to this and the reality that God can take the most broken parts of our story and turn them into something beautiful. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1838 Rodney Holmstrom aa6249a7-3e69-439b-93bf-56354bf808a6 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 12 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 Returning to those old places we swore we’d never go back to always carries a heavy cost. Yet, we have an enemy that is always trying to woo us back to the very things that polluted us in the first place. How do we face these critical areas of temptation that lie between standing firm and falling so that we can keep moving forward? Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1852 Rodney Holmstrom and Scott aff36119-e31d-4771-b91b-a293b47f0e97 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 05 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 One of our greatest sources of hope in this recovery journey comes through hearing how God has pulled others out of their mess. Life-Change Stories remind us that if God can change someone else, then He can change me, too! Today Scott shares about his story of how God met him in his addiction, anxiety, and insecurities. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Scott 1933 Rodney Holmstrom and JP 7cc6eb2c-9b22-4e28-b274-e7aaca114693 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 28 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 God has the power to reach down into our mess and work healing in the most broken places of our hearts – and no one is too far gone. Today JP shares his story of healing and hope through Jesus and the process of Celebrate Recovery. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and JP 2251 Rodney Holmstrom and Blair e4fb718b-4f03-47d6-807b-509a453d181d https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 21 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 The Habit of a “Daily Inventory“ is a key part of the recovery process, but it can be intimidating to start. How do I even do a Daily Inventory, what does it looks like, and how can doing one help me find greater healing and freedom? Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Blair 1767 Rodney Holmstrom c328b9ba-3bb4-4ff1-8244-654a4db17ccc https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 14 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 We hear a lot in recovery the importance of “living one day at a time” – but what does that really mean? How does it look to practically live one day at a time, and what effect does that have on my recovery when I do? Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1744 Rodney Holmstrom and David Attebery 39f8bb47-24c3-45c6-aaad-ff07bba1e100 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 07 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 With the holiday season coming up, a lot of different challenges can surface that can’t start to draw us off track in our recovery. We want to do the best we can to stay proactive in the messiness of this to keep us on track. One of the biggest keys to that is staying connected to our source of strength and protection – God. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and David Attebery 2150 Rodney Holmstrom and Heidi Dennis fa2034fe-4062-4d8d-9944-ca4cd5a5fa12 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 31 Oct 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 We have two choices when it comes to our anxiety, we can either work with it, or fight against it. Today we finish our conversation with Heidi Dennis, author of "Hello Anxiety", as she continues to unpack what healing looks like in our relationship with anxiety. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Heidi Dennis 1269 Rodney Holmstrom and Heidi Dennis 1e928ed9-648b-4f52-b372-c9d791e2cbfd https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 24 Oct 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 Anxiety is an issue that gets so easily misunderstood. But what if God actually designed anxiety to be something that works for us, rather than against us? What if we can actually start changing the way we relate to anxiety? We sit down with Heidi Dennis, a licensed counselor and author of "Hello Anxiety", to help understand this important topic. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Heidi Dennis 1348 Rodney Holmstrom and Matt 72c80883-ea9b-4cab-b54b-3473c88c4c5b https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 17 Oct 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 Hearing how God can heal someone else’s life can allow us to believe He can do the same thing in our life. Today we’ll hear the rest of Matt’s story and the work that God has done and continues to do today. Don’t miss this incredible story. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Matt 1428 Rodney Holmstrom and Matt 677fe9bc-5122-47d0-a4d4-b06319fc0085 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 10 Oct 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 Life-Change Stories are some of the greatest inspiration for us to pursue our own healing and freedom. Today we’ll hear from one of our very CR brothers, Matt, as he shares some of the hardest parts of his story with us – and how God is healing him. Listen in to this great story of healing and forgiveness. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Matt 2043 Rodney Holmstrom and Michael Summers d0b9e593-9076-485f-8198-174086abe94d https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 03 Oct 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 We’ve been talking about the importance of worship in our recovery experience. What is it? Why do we need it? Why does it matter to me? Today we finish our conversation with Michael. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Michael Summers 1651 Rodney Holmstrom and Michael Summers ad9f9982-6e02-4b7d-8af9-1c15e58ada04 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 26 Sep 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 Worship is a key part of our meeting night in Celebrate Recovery. But what really is "worship", and why do we do it? What value does worship have in my recovery? Today we'll dig into it and why it's such an important part of our recovery process. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Michael Summers 2079 Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry 5a8c16af-3a82-49fa-8210-ffac4065dc59 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 19 Sep 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 One underlying driver of Relapse is disconnection from God, others, or even our own heart. Today we'll focus on what it looks like to become disconnected from ourselves, how that contributes to leading us to acting out, and what it looks like to take proactive steps to avoid that slow drift. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry 2192 Rodney Holmstrom 9a83ccf1-5833-4131-8eef-152fedd8cc20 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 12 Sep 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 Is it possible to heal from rejection and abandonment? What is that wound even made up of? It’s a tender spot for many of us and the road to healing in this area can be bumpy. Today we unpack what this aspect of our recovery can look like. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 2050 Rodney Holmstrom and Kareena c04c82df-641b-457f-afe8-2981d50dcd7e https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 05 Sep 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 One of the most common areas of struggle is also one of the most misunderstood. Codependency can be hard to nail down and understand, and we might even be wondering “how do I start to find healing?” We’ll talk with Kareena about what it’s looked like for her to struggle well with codependency. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Kareena 1998 Rodney Holmstrom bff87025-994d-41ff-aabe-ebaaf6748527 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 29 Aug 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 Paul tells us in the book of Philippians that in his life he learned to "forget the former things" and "strain ahead". But what does it look like to "forget" our past without denying it? How do we learn to "strain ahead" toward Jesus? Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1832 Rodney Holmstrom c54e4e47-f763-49d5-b6d3-97034b632b5a https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 22 Aug 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 In our dysfunction we've found a lot of different ways to escape our pain and the things we feel. As we grow in our recovery we learn that we need a different kind of escape - escape from temptation and our old habits. But how do we develop a new type of "escape plan" for our lives? (Part 5 of 6) Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1749 Rodney Holmstrom 98a5c313-793e-4293-a0cd-592f604c4f60 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 15 Aug 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 It's so important to ask ourselves what health needs to look like in our personal recovery. What are the behaviors and activities that I need to stay away from? What positive things do I need to add? Today we continue our conversation on building a healthy escape plan. (Part 4 of 6) Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1812 Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry ffe91252-ad8e-4506-8278-c734ba79c70c https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 08 Aug 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 Boundaries may place limits on certain parts of our lives, but those limits actually free us to live in ways that allow us to step into the abundance of life God promised us. Today we press further in to what it looks like to find deeper freedom by saying, "It's not wise for me to go there." (Part 3 of 6) Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry 1775 Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry 5f5ff24c-2936-4a97-a967-8d1104522627 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 01 Aug 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 What does it mean to "be careful so that we don't fall"? A healthy recovery needs healthy boundaries when it comes to the people, places, and things that trip us up. Today we continue our conversation on a healthy escape plan by getting practical. (Part 2 of 6) Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry 1643 Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry 41e84a58-0b19-4a6b-bbd6-bfcada4f47a4 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 25 Jul 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 Lasting Recovery is rooted in wisdom, not strength. One of the best things we can do is build a strategic plan for our recovery that keeps us from getting stuck. Over the next several weeks we'll talk through what it looks like to develop a healthy escape plan. (Part 1 of 6) Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry 1880 Rodney Holmstrom and Josh Lawrence 495ec77d-58e6-4249-8fb7-c1e6cdf88f6b https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 18 Jul 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 Pastors are supposed to "have it all together", right? Well, turns out we all have hurts, no matter where we lead. That's why Celebrate Recovery has a wing called "CPR" - Celebrate Pastor's Recovery. Today we'll talk about why it's so important and how it makes healthier churches. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Josh Lawrence 1973 Rodney Holmstrom 606274fd-825c-4b9d-b64f-4c10a1f01693 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 11 Jul 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 We can hear often in recovery about a struggle called "codependency" - and maybe someone has even told us that we might be dealing with it ourselves. But what in the world is it? What does it mean? And if it is a part of our story, how do we move forward? Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1834 Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry b657f5ce-9374-4b9a-ac44-502afe4a2475 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 04 Jul 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 What needs to change for in order for deep change to take root in our lives? Some would say our mind needs to change before our heart, others might say that our mind can't change until our heart is moved. But is it that simple? Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry 1986 Rodney Holmstrom 46dad33a-9d0b-4551-88e6-4a829f5c874f https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 27 Jun 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 Addiction to pornography is an increasingly common and tough struggle to battle in our world today. It can feel hopeless, but freedom is possible. Eric's story is a powerful answer to the question, "Can God Heal a Pornography Addiction?" Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1994 Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry 0f56505f-5e20-4608-bc90-15c981f77968 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 20 Jun 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 Sometimes we can view our emotions as the enemy, but what if they really are a gift from God? How does the process of Celebrate Recovery help us to understand our hearts and grow our emotional health? Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry 2242 Rodney Holmstrom and Justin Ervin ee0b5e19-8552-475f-9f36-b18de516d70a https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 13 Jun 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 The greatest evidence of God's work is a changed life. We talk to Justin about how Celebrate Recovery has changed his life and how God is now using him in CR's student ministry, The Landing. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Justin Ervin 1803 Rodney Holmstrom cc1f0f5a-0330-4bcd-9b2d-df7acfa7679c https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 06 Jun 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 What does healing really look like when it comes to addictions? What are the internal messages or even the external things that we can be doing to ultimately move us from believing that God can't change to hope that He really is willing and able to change my life? Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1916 Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry 398a5db0-90e3-4eb8-9695-dca89f31908c https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 30 May 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 How do we understand how a relapse happens? Are there key indicators, red flags, or even a noticeable progression that leads to the ultimate catastrophe of falling back into our old behaviors? We'll dig into all this as we discuss the subtle drift that can breed a relapse. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry 1989 Rodney Holmstrom and Terry 74dead12-ed91-41b5-b9da-b6faecc089da https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 23 May 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 There's so much damage that can be done when we allow addiction to run our lives with its loss of control, shame spirals, fantasies, and obsessions. Today we'll hear how God can rescue and redeem us from those entrenched cycles of dysfunction through Terry's story of hope and redemption from gambling addiction. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Terry 1927 Rodney Holmstrom 21aea7ca-06b9-46c6-93e0-2957160fe667 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 16 May 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 Continuing our conversation around addictions and how in our pain we end up creating an emotional black hole in our hearts that keeps us from connecting with God and others. But there is always hope to address the dysfunction so that we can move forward. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 2203 Rodney Holmstrom ee4e9f71-bd79-45d8-a412-0fccf7e93c93 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 09 May 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 We say often that 1 out 3 people that come to Celebrate Recovery struggle with some sort of an addiction - everything else are all the things around them. But it's so important to understand how addictions take root and keep us stepping into the life God intends for us. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1784 Rodney Holmstrom f2838d36-c9fb-49f2-813a-671cb6f37670 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 02 May 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 What's the big deal with the Serenity Prayer? Is it just something that we prayer every week just because? Maybe there's something to this familiar prayer that can help us grasp what true serenity is. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 2044 Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry 914ff9b2-739d-46f6-a31e-4f8b18a5bee3 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 25 Apr 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 What do you do as you experience a string of relapses? How do we keep getting back up and not lose heart? Today we talk about how to keep moving forward without losing hope. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry 2154 Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry 76d9fece-f670-4b6f-be9d-ac74bbd1e7b9 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 18 Apr 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 Commitment is essential to be fully engaged in this process. But what are the reasons why we might not fully buy-in to this recovery journey, and what might the cost of that be? Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry 2259 Rodney Holmstrom 8914daaf-ce76-4c46-a068-6ebd1e99a9d2 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 11 Apr 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 One of the greatest keys to the healing of this recovery journey is forgiveness. But if that's the case, why is it so hard to do? Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1756 Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry 9463415c-cf2d-401d-b441-d89cb951a273 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 04 Apr 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 You've been working your journey of recovery and you've been seeing growth and progress, but the people closest to you aren't able to see that change. How do we handle that and allow it to move us closer to Jesus? Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry 2334 Rodney Holmstrom, Andy Petry, and Michael Summers 8119a470-6edb-4463-920f-edcb1052ff5e https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 28 Mar 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 Sometimes grief can come up when we come to the realization that we need to remove our old negative coping strategies from our lives. This grieving process is an interesting dynamic in recovery and can be a real struggle for many. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom, Andy Petry, and Michael Summers 2092 Rodney Holmstrom, David Attebery, and Andy Petry a1d0801d-9a65-43be-b18d-340c72108759 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 21 Mar 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 Worship is such a powerful gift and actually becomes a lifestyle through recovery. Today we explore how worship can express God's rewriting of our heart as we hear two songs written out of the recovery experience. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom, David Attebery, and Andy Petry 2026 Rodney Holmstrom, Eric, Tyler, and Chris 618292d0-4215-428d-8868-ec5d4a0c9939 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 14 Mar 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 Concealing vs. confessing, there's a big difference between the two. One keeps us stuck and steals away our life, the other leads to life, freedom, and hope. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom, Eric, Tyler, and Chris 2064 Rodney Holmstrom and Carol Holmstrom 4c98f49f-73de-4d14-871b-76521828c829 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 07 Mar 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 Perfectionism is one of those things that can trip us up quickly if we're not careful. It keeps us from living out the plan God has given us and moving forward in health. So what does it look like to live in this world without falling into the trap of perfectionism? Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Carol Holmstrom 1946 Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry e148eebb-416f-4f91-bb17-bac3eb8e0197 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 28 Feb 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 Resentment is one of the biggest "recovery killers" out there. It does more than just rob our serenity, it truly can take our recovery down if we aren't careful. So how do we deal properly with resentment (and the anger that accompanies it) so that we keep moving forward? Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry 1976 Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry 32bd0279-ffea-499e-9f5c-90f4d0987e1c https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 21 Feb 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 We say a lot in recovery that must give up control of all the things we're trying to manage under our own power and strength. But what does that actually look like on the ground? How do we give up control? Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry 1941 Rodney Holmstrom 7ebe5ccc-a7ea-4e28-b900-c5aea2b7a005 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 14 Feb 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 Have you ever thought that God can't use your story? That no one could ever relate to the brokenness in our lives? Nothing could be further from the truth and our Life Change Story from Amanda shows us just how much God wants to use our story to bless others. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 2106 Rodney Holmstrom 389aa1ce-fdd8-4229-9051-d63d426a3d93 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 07 Feb 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 Life has a way of throwing things at us that leaves us feeling powerless. But we try to fill the void in our heart under our own power, it only leads to greater pain. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1976 Rodney Holmstrom and Angela Imhoff 3d29c6ac-173a-4042-803b-701167e0ea8b https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 31 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 Consequences bring great pain in our lives. But facing those consequences brings great growth. We continue our conversation with Angela Imhoff. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Angela Imhoff 2335 Rodney Holmstrom and Angela Imhoff 517898a4-81c5-404d-91ad-7f9a492d9362 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 24 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 Consequences are an unfortunate reality of our poor choices. But could it be possible that God wants to use the consequences of our actions as a catalyst for growth? How does God bring healing out of the brokenness of our lives? Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Angela Imhoff 1923 Rodney Holmstrom and Tim Kelley 1b721ece-58e2-4243-b7f9-0768ae493852 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 17 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 The recovery process is overwhelming and can sometimes feel defeating getting going. But when our perspective changes, everything changes for the better. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Tim Kelley 1908 Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry 3f7c3a1f-dba2-4c3f-a33a-7b754db2bfd3 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 10 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 Finding lasting freedom means we have to acknowledge that there are areas of our life that need to change. But what does that look like? When and how does change happen? Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry 2018 Rodney Holmstrom, David Attebery, Josh Pankey, and Andy Petry 8e2bc4a2-eedf-4e83-8e37-219dfcfc35fb https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 03 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -06002023 Sometimes those old shame messages sneak up on us, even if we’ve been in recovery for years. How do we deal with old shame resurfacing? What does it look like to take that to Jesus? Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom, David Attebery, Josh Pankey, and Andy Petry 2254 Rodney Holmstrom 3c1a7c3d-1558-46cb-a519-21017c4e3cf9 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 27 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -06002022 We survived the holidays - now what? How do we recover from a really hard season like Christmas? What does it looks like to walk towards health as we enter this new year? Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom 1688 Rodney Holmstrom and Kareena Holloway 7c6512c1-2256-4c47-a009-43c938096fc0 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 20 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -06002022 What does it look like for God to pull us out of our mess and shame? Kareena shares her story of how God's grace met her in the midst of her brokenness. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Kareena Holloway 2010 Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry 883a2678-b124-48a3-8c70-ef990f919381 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 13 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -06002022 What do we mean when we talk about "surrender" in our recovery? What does it mean to "Let Go and Let God"? We talk today about what it practically means to surrender to God in our recovery and see how surrender is actually an invitation to rest in God's strength instead of our own. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry 2042 Rodney Holmstrom, David Attebury, and Jill Wonnacott d8b490ad-4bbf-4028-ac98-6f833aa04231 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 06 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -06002022 Are you feeling the pressures of the holidays? In a crazy time, how do we find peace in the midst of chaos? Where is true peace found? Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom, David Attebury, and Jill Wonnacott 2225 Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry 08e29173-a370-463e-8903-94cdb3c8b513 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 29 Nov 2022 11:00:00 -06002022 If Gratitude is so essential to our recovery, then why is it so difficult? We may have misconceptions about what true gratitude really is, but there is such value to our lives and healing in learning how to connect with God through gratitude. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry 2139 Rodney Holmstrom and Eric Hutchinson 4e9318eb-b063-4476-b697-cda48a390d87 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Tue, 22 Nov 2022 11:00:00 -06002022 How do we deal with a relapse? We’ll unpack what it looks like to get back on our feet, and even how we can prevent falling back in the first place. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Eric Hutchinson 1934 Rodney Holmstrom, David Attebery, and Michael Summers bd30d6bf-c433-40aa-b434-f2512a6426f3 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Mon, 14 Nov 2022 11:00:00 -06002022 What leads us to feel like we're "good enough" in God's eyes? What if we feel like we aren't measuring up? We have a conversation today about dealing with the performance-driven mindset that many of us struggle with in our relationship with God and others - and how God's true character and grace meets us in our failures and shame. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom, David Attebery, and Michael Summers 2231 Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry 3b9b2dc1-f5e0-4528-8548-6c4bfee43275 https://fellowshipnwa.org/Wed, 09 Nov 2022 11:00:00 -06002022 Running from our hurts leads to unhealthy core beliefs that ultimately lead to destructive habits and broken relationships. Speaker: Rodney Holmstrom and Andy Petry 2027