In this episode of our TGC Q&A biblical counseling series, Mark Shaw answers the question, “What does God say to those who struggle with addiction?” He addresses:
- How to help others in your church seeking to overcome addiction (:54)
- Addiction as a sin issue (1:14)
- Becoming a spiritual heart doctor (2:26)
- Partnership in counseling (2:55)
- Biblical encouragement for someone battling addiction (7:23)
- Behavioral modification and heart transformation (12:21)
- Dealing with shame (15:18)
- Helping someone addicted to pornography (19:15)
- Confession as a starting point (19:56)
- Fleeing sexual immorality (22:12)
- Thinking of others first (25:09)
- Hope for those caught in addiction (25:50)
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