Genuine Life Recovery with Jodie Stevens

Escaping Sexual Addiction (Shame and Pornography in the Church)

Escaping Sexual Addiction (Shame and Pornography in the Church) Episode 6

Join me as I talk with author Dave Howe about how he was set free from sexual addiction. We discuss the commonalities of all addictions-things like living a double life, hiding stuff, and binging/purging. We will also talk about the importance of accountability and coming out of isolation. Learn about how you or your loves one can find freedom from sexual addiction and other addictions, as well as how to break free from shame. We will also talk about pornography and the church today, and how someone can stay pure. 

Seasons of the Cave (The Higher Purpose Behind our Pain)

Seasons of the Cave (The Higher Purpose Behind our Pain) Episode 5 In this show I'm joined by pastor and author Dennis McGuire who wrote Seasons of the Cave: Lessons we Learn from the Dark Places of Life. Many of the various 'cave seasons' in our lives are necessary for God to work out His purpose in us, and draw us closer to Him. We will describe some of those 'cave metaphors' we sometimes find ourselves in, like the caves of: conviction, confinement, correction, consequence, compromise, chosen, surrender, confidence, change, conquest, close encounters and closure. Learn about what cave you may be in or have been in. Listen as we share our own personal cave seasons. You will learn about why we must go through these times, what God is teaching us through them, and what cave we might be in right now as a society. As you go through difficult times in your own life, let this bring you hope and inspiration that God is working all things out for your good.     

Escaping a Cult (Christian Science, False Teachings and More)

Escaping a Cult (Christian Science, False Teachings and More) Episode 4 Join me and author Lauren Hunter as we talk about cults and false teaching in the church. She will share how she escaped Christian Science; and tell of the long term emotional and psychological impact of being raised in a cult. Learn what Christian Science teaches and how it deviates from Christianity. Listen as I try to explain to HER what Christian Science is...poorly! We will also discuss the mental, spiritual, and psychological impact of invalidation. By this I mean the result of having our physical and emotional needs ignored or invalidated.  

Shame and the False Self (and how to unearth our true self)

Shame and the False Self (and how to unearth our true self) Episode 3

Many of us put forth a false-front or what is called the False-Self. This is the 'us' we think others will like better. We are afraid if they see the real 'us' they won't like us or they will reject us. This may have served a 'good' purpose in our family of origin...and possibly even saved our life. However, when we are older, this False-Self becomes destructive and it backfires. In this episode, I will share how God removed my False-Self and my need for approval. I believe He wants to do the same for you by removing your shame. It begins with deep self-exploration as we allow God to shine His light into the darkest areas of our lives and begin the pruning process. This is a painful but necessary part of our growth as we are told in John 15:1-2: "I am the true vine, and my father is the gardener, He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit he prunes so that it will be even more fruitful."

Sobriety and Marriage (and the key to 33 years of combines sobriety) Episode`1

Sobriety and Marriage (the key to 33 years of combined sobriety) Episode 1

My husband joins me on this show to talk about our combined 33 years of sobriety together. Learn how we got sober and how we are staying sober. We will also talk about addiction and family dynamics, bargaining with God (and alcohol), Serenity Prayer breakdown, stuffing, invalidating, relapse, hope, healing, and help.