Redefine Recovery

This week Kyndra Grigsby joins us again to help us dive into Step 8 of recovery; Forgiveness. From the ReGen web site: STEP 8, FORGIVE: WE FORGIVE THOSE WHO HAVE HARMED US AND BECOME WILLING TO MAKE AMENDS TO THOSE WE HAVE HARMED. For more information visit http://www.regenerationrecovery.org/resources/teaching-and-stories/step-8-forgive/ or email us at RedefineRecovery@ClovisHills.com

Guest Kyndra Grigsby joins the show to tell her story of recovery, Brandon Trolls Producer John over his Dodgers winning the World Series, we weren't really sure who won the presidency when we recorded this (and still kind of don't) and as always we dive into some key elements of recovery and mental health. Get in touch redefinerecovery@clovishills.com

Brandon & Keith dive into step six of Regen: REPENT - We become entirely ready to turn away from our patterns of sin and turn to God. The distinction of step 6 in different recovery groups, Brandon's getting to be able to vote for the first time and probably some more duck talk. To seek out help or for more information about recovery or what a relationship with Christ looks like email us directly at redefinerecovery@clovishills.com and on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/redefinerecoverypodcast

Nick & Drea Johnson, co-hosts of "The Distinct Podcast" join the show to tell their story of infidelity, drug abuse, addiction and ultimately healing, redemption and restoration. Only through Jesus Christ were they able to heal the hurt that led to their addictions and infidelity and have their marriage strengthened. They now cohost The Distinct Podcast where they welcome guests to share their stories of healing and redemption and point people to Jesus in a refreshingly raw and unfiltered way. Follow Nick & Drea On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thedistinctpodcast/ And get the podcast here: distinctministries.org/podcast

All of us have a crisis of faith. Which way are we going to go when we have ours? The only thing we have power of is how we react to those times in our lives. Guests Dave & Tish join us to share their personal story of walking through this and how they trusted God through one of the scariest moments in their life; Dave walking through a cancer scare. Resources: The Barbarian Way by Erwin Raphael McManus Audiobook Ad· www.christianaudio.com/

(With apologies to sponsors) STEP 5: WE CONFESS TO GOD, TO OURSELVES, AND TO ANOTHER HUMAN BEING THE EXACT NATURE OF OUR SINS. FOUNDATION 5: "BUT IF WE WALK IN THE LIGHT, AS HE IS IN THE LIGHT, WE HAVE FELLOWSHIP WITH ONE ANOTHER, AND THE BLOOD OF JESUS HIS SON CLEANSES US FROM ALL SIN. IF WE SAY WE HAVE NO SIN, WE DECEIVE OURSELVES, AND THE TRUTH IS NOT IN US. IF WE CONFESS OUR SINS, HE IS FAITHFUL AND JUST TO FORGIVE US OUR SINS AND TO CLEANSE US FROM ALL UNRIGHTEOUSNESS." (1 JOHN 1:7-9) For more info on step 5 visithttp://www.regenerationrecovery.org/resources/teaching-and-stories/step-5-confess/ And to get in touch with Brandon or

Some addictions are more straight forward than others. You can (and should) stop smoking meth. You can completely cut out drinking alcohol or sex, if those become unhealthy. But what do you do with food when you have unhealthy eating habits? You can't stop eating if food is your struggle. Long time friend MariAnne Spearman joins the show to discuss recovery from food abuse & addiction for the first time on Redefine Recovery. How is the approach to recovery from issues with food different from other addictions? To find out more about MariAnne and her ministry Wonderfully Made, contact her at: WonderfullyMadeInFresno@gmail.com And as always you can contact Brandon & Keith directly on Facebook. facebook.com/redefinerecoverypodcast

Brandon and Keith are joined by guest Joel to discuss the fourth step of Regen; Inventory. STEP 4: WE MAKE A SEARCHING AND FEARLESS MORAL INVENTORY OF OURSELVES. FOUNDATION 4: "BEHOLD, YOU DELIGHT IN TRUTH IN THE INWARD BEING, AND YOU TEACH ME WISDOM IN THE SECRET HEART." (PSALM 51:6) For more info on step 4 visit http://www.regenerationrecovery.org/ Connect with us! Facebook.com/redefinerecoverypodcast

Brandon and Keith welcome guest Chris and dive into the third step of re:generation; trust. Do we in fact trust God with our relationships, our recovery, and our lives in general? To get in touch with Brandon and Keith directly you can email them at redefinerecovery@clovishills.com and find them on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/redefinerecoverypodcast re:generation STEP 3, TRUST: WE DECIDE TO TRUST GOD WITH OUT LIVES AND WILLS BY ACCEPTING HIS GRACE THROUGH JESUS CHRIST. FOUNDATION 3: "BUT GOD, BEING RICH IN MERCY, BECAUSE OF THE GREAT LOVE WITH WHICH HE LOVED US, EVEN WHEN WE WERE DEAD IN OUR TRESPASSES, MADE US ALIVE TOGETHER WITH CHRIST-BY GRACE YOU HAVE BEEN SAVED." (EPHESIANS 2:4-5) For more information on step 3 visit: http://www.regenerationrecovery.org/

Jeff Stultz spent much of his adult life as a Motorcycle Club leader. Living the life….violence, drugs, alcohol. In and out of jails and institutions. And finally, 2 ½ years as a homeless, crack addict. In April 2007, after several months in jail Jeff knew if he didn’t make a change he’d soon be dead or in prison for life. Curiosity led Jeff to a local church where he quickly had a real life experience with Jesus Christ and everything changed. Jeff got plugged in to the ministry of Celebrate Recovery. The recovery process led Jeff to a spiritual experience that changed his entire life! After being reunited with his family he moved back to NC where he met and married his wife Pamela. Became an Ordained Pastor and Joined the CR Southeastern team as a NC State Representative. In 2016 after putting the biker lifestyle behind him for 9 years, believing he had to give up the life he loved to serve God, Jeff realized it’s ok to be a biker as long as he rides for Christ’s sake. Jeff founded and leads Broken Chains JC, a fellowship of bikers who have found hope and healing in Jesus Christ through the ministry of Celebrate Recovery helping others to realize that change is possible! “When I got saved and sober I thought I had to give up the life style I loved…….brother was I wrong!” In August of 2017 Broken Chains JC became the “official” biker arm of the Celebrate Recovery Ministry and Jeff joined the National Team as the CR Broken Chains Nat’l Director. Jeff rides all over the country sharing with others the message of real freedom. “Change is possible. I know, it happened to me. I used to be a hopeless dope addict but today, I’m a dopeless hope addict” Jeff Stultz https://www.brokenchainsjc.com/crew

God; the Only Thing That Fills the Hole Brandon & Keith move into step 2 of recovery. Producer John finds out about his real role on the show; mediator and peacekeeper. Re:generation STEP 2 BELIEVE: WE COME TO BELIEVE THAT GOD IS THE ONE WHOSE POWER CAN FULLY RESTORE US.And Step 1 - I can't. Step 2 - He can. Connect with us! https://www.facebook.com/redefinerecoverypodcast

Keith and Brandon welcome their new producer, John, and Kelsey shares her story of overcoming traumatic brain injuries, addiction, and mental health issues.

Brandon and Keith go back to the basics and start a series working through the twelve steps of recovery. This is episode 1 - Step 1 - Admit.

Brandon and Keith talk about the father wound - that is, the impact that our imperfect fathers can have on our relationships both with God and others.

Keith and Brandon speak with John Ecklund about the Opioid epidemic and adaptations in recovery to meet the changing congregations that we represent.

Pastor and Therapist Paul Mavrogeorge joins Brandon and Keith to talk about suicidal ideation and mental wellness.

Lauren from Joni and Friends shares her story of overcoming adversity in childhood and her struggle to come to terms with the terrifying love of Christ. To get involved with Joni and Friends, visit www.joniandfriends.org/central-california/

Pastor Juan Palomino, Senior Pastor of the Well Church of Antelope Valley, shares his story of Recovery with Keith and Brandon.

Flint Anderson, founder of Patients and Addicts in Need shares his story with Brandon and Keith. Please forgive our dust as we settle into the new studio - there are some sound issues this week that we are ironing out.

Jim Horton shares the story of losing his son as Brandon and Keith gain perspective into addiction from the side of the family members impacted from it.

Dr. Jeff Harrington joins the Podcast to talk about Racism, Recovery, and Redemption.

Chad Pokorny shares his story with Keith and Brandon, with a special appearance by Dave Standley, his friend who also happens to be the Police Officer who was responsible for him going to prison.

Brandon and Keith talk addiction - specifically, opiates, in response to recent fentanyl overdoses in Fresno County.

Keith and Brandon talk about in crowd/out crowd bias and compassion fatigue.

Keith and Brandon interview Brian "Head" Welch, guitar player from the band Korn.

We somehow found the only law enforcement officer in the Fresno area who never arrested Brandon and interviewed him. Dave and Tish Standley share their stories of creating a local non-profit to dismantle gang culture by giving hope and support to communities.

Skateboarder Brian Sumner joins Brandon and Keith to share his journey of finding Christ amongst all of the noise of life. As a bonus, he reminds us that *WE* have an accent, and *HE* does not.

Keith and Brandon are joined by Toni O'Donnell as she shares her tremendous journey from a place of brokenness to a place of service.

Brandon and Keith talk about ways to get through isolation, with phone interviews from several folks with tips and tricks on surviving a lockdown.

Pastor Bryan shares his story with Brandon and Keith this week!

Brandon and Keith meet with Jacob, leader of Set Free Church in Sanger.

Brandon and Keith start out Season 3 of Redefine Recovery with an episode from quarantine.

Brandon and Keith discuss how addiction happens.

Brandon and Keith talk about character defects.

Brandon and Keith are joined by a mystery guest this week!

Celebrate Recovery Inside Regional Representatives Bret and Pauline Gordon join us to share their story and their ministry.

Keith and Brandon talk about Inventory

Special Guest Mike Conklin joins Brandon and Keith to discuss and define Codependency.

Robert Orndoff from Disciple 13 shares his testimony and some of his music with Brandon and Keith.

Brandon and Keith meet and talk about amends. Also, Brandon learns a costly lesson about texting and driving. Bonus points if you figure out where we got the title.

Brandon and Keith talk about how to support a friend or family member with an addiction with the help of special guest Aimee.

Brandon and Keith talk about the difficult subject of Relapse.

Keith and Brandon are joined by special guest Matt Bridges as they discuss their first experiences in recovery programs. Sorry for the audio quality - some things were moved around in the studio and it was very echoey.

Rose from North East Assembly shares her story with Brandon and Keith. Special Guest Appearance by Joel.

Mark Downs from New Hope Celebrate Recovery shares his story with Brandon and Keith.

* MATURE CONTENT WARNING * Brandon and Keith are joined by Pastor Scott from Clovis Hills as we talk through pornography and sexual sin in general. Warning - This episode contains content of a sexual nature related to pornography and references to pedophilia. Listener discretion advised.

Shanah from the Well joins Brandon and Keith to discuss her recovery story and the importance of women in recovery. In the middle, we get triggered on the issue of pornography, so the episode ran a bit longer than we expected - sorry!

Derrick Alvarez, the Youth Pastor at Clovis Hills Church shares his testimony with Keith and Brandon.

Brandon and Keith talk Testimonies - what they are, how to write them, and why they are important.

Tod Harris comes onto the Podcast to share his recovery story and what he's doing with his restored life in Christ.

Friend of show Joel returns to share his testimony - about a life that dead ended in drugs and alcohol and found rebirth in Jesus Christ.