Abounding Hope: A Hope for Addiction Podcast

About Abounding Hope: A Hope for Addiction Podcast

Created to equip the local church and everyday believers to think biblically about addiction and walk faithfully alongside those who struggle. God’s Word speaks to every hurt, every hardship and every broken place. Each episode connects Scripture to the realities of addiction, suffering and restoration, offering gospel-rooted hope, practical wisdom and encouragement. Whether you are a pastor, church leader, volunteer or friend, this podcast will encourage with stories of God's faithfulness, challenge how you think, strengthen how you love and help you confidently bring the light of Jesus.

Publisher

Hope for Addiction

Category

religion & spirituality

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

24 Feb 2026

Latest episode

5 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

16 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   5 Oct 2026

   Living It: Recovery-Culture Language and the Power to Change, Episode 15

   "Let go and let God." "Fake it till you make it." "Make amends." Recovery culture has a whole vocabulary for change — and some of it sounds almost biblical. But does it actually lead people to the power they need? In the final episode of this series, Liz Beck and Lara Kees finish working through the Hope for Addiction Biblical Language Chart, examining the process-of-change language of recovery culture and showing how each term can be reframed biblically to point people toward real transformation in Christ. Terms covered: Higher Power, Moral Compass, I need to fix this, Amends, Forgive yourself, Intervention, Tough love, Fake it till you make it, Let go let God. 📥 Download the free Biblical Language Chart: https://www.hopeforaddiction.com/podcast#chart (https://www.hopeforaddiction.com/podcast#chart) Get the FREE church toolkit: hopeforaddiction.com/toolkit (https://hopeforaddiction.com/toolkit) Have questions or comments? Please email aboundinghope@hopeforaddiction.com (mailto:aboundinghope@hopeforaddiction.com) Music by West Coast Revival, used with permission Check out all their great music: https://linktr.ee/westcoastrevival (https://linktr.ee/westcoastrevival)

2. 

   21 Sept 2026

   Naming the Struggle: From Labels to Biblical Identity, Episode 14

   "I'm an addict." "I'm in recovery." "It's a generational curse." These are the labels people carry — sometimes for decades. But what does God actually say about who you are? In this episode, Liz Beck and Lara Kees work through the identity and diagnosis language of recovery culture and hold each term up against Scripture — replacing labels that lead to hopelessness with the biblical truth that opens the door to real, lasting change. Terms covered: I'm an addict / in recovery, Normies, Generational curse, Character defect / Disease, Codependent, Triggers, Recovery, Spiritual experience. 📥 Download the free Biblical Language Chart: hopeforaddiction.com/toolkit Have questions or comments? Please email aboundinghope@hopeforaddiction.com Music by West Coast Revival, used with permission Check out all their great music: https://linktr.ee/westcoastrevival #AboundingHope #HopeForAddiction #BiblicalLanguage #AddictionRecovery #ChristianPodcast #GospelCenteredRecovery #ChurchAndAddiction #BiblicalCounseling

3. 

   7 Sept 2026

   Why Words Matter: Building a Biblical View of Addiction, Episode 13

   The recovery world has its own language — triggers, higher power, character defects, amends — and much of it has quietly made its way into the church. But what if the words we're using are actually pointing people away from the only real source of help? In this episode, Liz Beck is joined by Lara Kees (church liaison and biblical counselor at Hope for Addiction) to ask: does it matter what words we use when we talk about addiction? They explore: Why churches and counselors often default to secular recovery language How biblical language connects people to Scripture — and to God Why only Scripture can reach the "thoughts and intentions of the heart" (Hebrews 4:12) Two terms from the H4A Biblical Language Chart: Higher Power and Addiction This is Episode 1 in a 3-part series on biblical language for addiction. 📥 Download the free Biblical Language Chart: hopeforaddiction.com/toolkit (hopeforaddiction.com/toolkit) 📧 Questions? aboundinghope@hopeforaddiction.com (aboundinghope@hopeforaddiction.com) 🌐 hopeforaddiction.com Music by West Coast Revival, used with permission Check out all their great music: https://linktr.ee/westcoastrevival (https://linktr.ee/westcoastrevival) #AboundingHope #HopeForAddiction #BiblicalLanguage #AddictionRecovery #ChristianPodcast #GospelCenteredRecovery #ChurchAndAddiction #BiblicalCounseling

4. 

   10 Aug 2026

   How the Church Brings Real Hope, Episode 12

   Every Sunday, families sit in our churches carrying burdens no one can see, navigating psychosis, addiction, exhaustion, and grief. In this final episode of the series, Liz and Deborah Geesling get practical: what families in crisis actually need from the church, common mistakes churches make, how to maintain a relationship with someone experiencing psychosis, and what faithful long-term presence looks like. We also address whether the gospel still speaks to someone who struggles to reason, and how to share hope without offering empty answers. For pastors, small group leaders, and anyone who wants to love a struggling family well but doesn't know where to start. Resources for Churches: https://www.hopeforaddiction.com/toolkit Resources for SMI: https://p82homes.org Support Kenny's Home: https://www.p82homes.org/kennys-home

5. 

   27 Jul 2026

   Psychosis, Systems and Addiction, Episode 11

   Drugs are more potent than ever, and we're seeing the effects in the form of increasing psychosis and serious mental instability. In this episode, Liz and her guest, Deborah Geesling, explain what psychosis is, what it looks like day-to-day, and why drug-induced psychosis is becoming more common. We discuss the difference between the brain and the mind from a biblical perspective, how Christians should view someone whose thinking is impaired, and practical guidance for families navigating these moments. We also address common questions: Is psychosis demonic? Does sanctification still happen? Where does a family turn for help? Grounded in 2 Corinthians 4:16, this episode equips pastors, church members, and caregivers to respond with wisdom and compassion. Get Individual and Church Resources: https://www.hopeforaddiction.com/toolkit Resources for SMI: P82 Project Restoration https://p82homes.org Have questions or comments? Please email aboundinghope@hopeforaddiction.com Music by West Coast Revival, used with permission Check out all their great music: https://linktr.ee/westcoastrevival

6. 

   13 Jul 2026

   When Your Family Enters the World of Serious Mental Illness, Episode 10

   What happens when a family member is diagnosed with a serious mental illness and where is the church when it does? In this episode, Liz sits down with Deborah Geesling, founder of P82 Project Restoration, to hear her family's firsthand experience navigating serious mental illness (SMI). Deborah shares the early signs something was wrong, the grief and confusion that followed a diagnosis, the impact on her marriage and family, and the role the local church played. Deborah also shares how God used that suffering to launch a ministry supporting families and churches walking through SMI. If you're a pastor, caregiver, or family member quietly struggling, this episode is for you. Get Individual and Church Resources: https://www.hopeforaddiction.com/toolkit (https://www.hopeforaddiction.com/toolkit) Resources for SMI: P82 Project Restoration https://p82homes.org (https://p82homes.org) Have questions or comments? Please email aboundinghope@hopeforaddiction.com (mailto:aboundinghope@hopeforaddiction.com) Music by West Coast Revival, used with permission Check out all their great music: https://linktr.ee/westcoastrevival (https://linktr.ee/westcoastrevival)

7. 

   6 Jul 2026

   The Scripture That Shapes Our Mission, Episode 9

   What does the Bible actually say about addiction—and is Scripture truly sufficient to address it? In this episode of Abounding Hope, Liz and Lara Kees unpack why 2 Peter 1:3-4 is the foundational passage behind the mission of Hope for Addiction. Together, they explore how culture often misunderstands addiction by focusing only on behavior, while Scripture speaks to the deeper issue of sinful desire and the transforming power of the gospel. This conversation considers the cycle of addiction, the limitations of behavior modification, and the hope found in God’s divine power, His promises, and the sufficiency of His Word. Rather than merely helping people “get sober,” this episode points listeners to the lasting freedom and sanctification found in Christ. Get the free Church Toolkit and more biblical resources: https://www.hopeforaddiction.com/toolkit (https://www.hopeforaddiction.com/toolkit) Have questions or comments? Please email aboundinghope@hopeforaddiction.com (mailto:aboundinghope@hopeforaddiction.com) Music by West Coast Revival, used with permission Check out all their great music: https://linktr.ee/westcoastrevival (https://linktr.ee/westcoastrevival)

8. 

   17 Jun 2026

   Addict Behavior: What the Bible Says, Part 2, Episode 8

   In Part 2 of this conversation on addict behavior, Liz Beck and Lara Kees move beyond surface-level explanations and examine what Scripture says is happening beneath destructive patterns and choices. Are addictive behaviors truly unique to addicts, or are they revealing something common to all humanity? Using passages like James 1:14–15, this episode explores how desires, temptations, and heart motives shape behavior, and why external triggers alone cannot explain the struggle. This discussion contrasts behavior-focused solutions with the hope of the gospel and shows why true freedom cannot come from behavior modification alone. If the problem is deeper than habits and conditioning, then the solution must be deeper too. These episodes are designed to help pastors, church leaders, and everyday Christians think biblically about addiction and confidently walk alongside those who struggle. Find more resources on our website: https://www.hopeforaddiction.com Have questions or comments? Please email aboundinghope@hopeforaddiction.com Music by West Coast Revival, used with permission Check out all their great music: https://linktr.ee/westcoastrevival

9. 

   1 Jun 2026

   Addict Behavior: Disorder or Something Deeper?, Part 1, Episode 7

   What do people mean when they talk about “addict behavior”? Why do addiction struggles often seem irrational, chaotic, and out of control? And does that mean addiction should be understood as a disorder? In this episode of Abounding Hope, Liz Beck and Lara Kees walk through many of the behaviors commonly associated with addiction: deception, blame-shifting, self-centeredness, lack of self-control, escapism, and instability. They also examine common worldly explanations for these patterns and ask an important question: do these explanations actually account for what is happening beneath the surface? This conversation challenges listeners to think carefully about how addiction is defined and why those definitions matter. Because how we define the problem will shape the solutions we offer. Find more resources on our website: https://www.hopeforaddiction.com Have questions or comments? Please email aboundinghope@hopeforaddiction.com Music by West Coast Revival, used with permission Check out all their great music: https://linktr.ee/westcoastrevival

10. 

    18 May 2026

    Chaos to Order Part 3

    Structure, Accountability, and Gospel Restoration Building a Practical Plan for Early Recovery, Part 3 Understanding the importance of structure is one thing, knowing how to implement it is another. In this episode, we walk through a practical example of what accountability and structured discipleship can look like for someone in early recovery. Drawing from Hope for Addiction’s 90-Day Early Recovery Discipleship Plan, we discuss how churches can establish meaningful accountability, create helpful guardrails, and guide someone toward stability in daily life. From daily check-ins and weekly discipleship to scheduling, relationships, and financial responsibility, we explore how intentional structure creates the environment where trust can be rebuilt, wise habits can form, and the gospel can take root. Sign up for the free Church Toolkit: https://www.hopeforaddiction.com/free-toolkit Have questions or comments? Please email aboundinghope@hopeforaddiction.com Music by West Coast Revival, used with permission Check out all their great music: https://linktr.ee/westcoastrevival

11. 

    4 May 2026

    Chaos to Order Part 2

    Structure, Accountability, and Gospel Restoration Order, Disorder, and the Image of God, Part 2 Structure and accountability are often viewed as restrictive, but Scripture reveals something very different. God Himself is a God of order, and human beings, created in His image, were designed to live in ways that reflect that order. In this episode, we explore the biblical foundation for structure and orderly living. From creation to the fall and the hope of restoration in Christ, we examine how sin distorts God’s design and brings disorder into every area of life. We’ll also discuss why living according to God’s ways leads to peace, stability, and human flourishing, even in a broken world. Have questions or comments? Please email aboundinghope@hopeforaddiction.com (mailto:aboundinghope@hopeforaddiction.com) Music by West Coast Revival, used with permission Check out all their great music: https://linktr.ee/westcoastrevival (https://linktr.ee/westcoastrevival)

12. 

    21 Apr 2026

    Chaos to Order Part 1

    Structure, Accountability, and Gospel Restoration Why Chaos Hinders Growth, Part 1 Many people struggling with addiction have spent years living in chaos—making impulsive decisions, reacting to immediate pressures, and simply trying to survive. Over time, this kind of living affects far more than outward behavior. It shapes how someone thinks, how they relate to others, how they live and even their ability to understand and apply Scripture. In this episode, we explore the reality of chaotic living and why it creates such a barrier to spiritual growth and maturity. We’ll discuss how a lack of structure leads to decision fatigue, impulsive choices, and instability, and why establishing practical guardrails is one of the most loving things the church can do for someone in early recovery. Have questions or comments? Please email aboundinghope@hopeforaddiction.com Music by West Coast Revival, used with permission Check out all their great music: https://linktr.ee/westcoastrevival (https://linktr.ee/westcoastrevival)

13. 

    6 Apr 2026

    Where things are now: Hope for Addiction formed, encouraging others to enter the mess, The impact of their care

    How does God take one family’s suffering and use it to serve many? In this final episode with Steve and Marian Tong, we reflect on the impact of their care and the faithful love of our church as the foundation for what would become Hope for Addiction. Thirteen years later, what started with a small group loving a broken family has grown into a ministry equipping churches and walking alongside countless individuals and families. The model hasn’t changed. It’s still rooted in the same gospel truths, the same relational care, and the same conviction: real freedom comes through Christ lived out in church community. This episode is about faithfulness, and the multiplying grace of God. What began in weakness has become a testimony of His abounding hope. Have questions or comments? Please email aboundinghope@hopeforaddiction.com Music by West Coast Revival, used with permission Check out all their great music: https://linktr.ee/westcoastrevival

14. 

    23 Mar 2026

    How God has grown the Tongs through caring for the Becks

    In Part 2 of Liz's conversation with Steve and Marian Tong, we move deeper into the difficulties — the chaos, the setbacks, the weariness, and the stretching that comes when you walk closely with someone battling addiction. This episode gets honest. We talk about how God used loving the Beck family to bring more compassion and more trust in Jesus as the Tongs stepped into places they did not feel equipped to handle. Care wasn’t convenient. It wasn’t easy. But it was transformative — not only for our family, but for the Tongs as well. If you’ve ever wondered whether long-term, messy discipleship is worth it, this conversation will encourage you to press in. Have questions or comments? Please email aboundinghope@hopeforaddiction.com (mailto:aboundinghope@hopeforaddiction.com) Music by West Coast Revival, used with permission Check out all their great music: https://linktr.ee/westcoastrevival (https://linktr.ee/westcoastrevival) #HopeForAddiction #AboundingHope #CostlyLove #ChurchInAction #LongSuffering #BiblicalCare #FaithfulnessInTheHard #Transformation #GospelHope #MessyMinistry

15. 

    9 Mar 2026

    Small group enters the mess

    What does it look like when the church actually lives their care? In this first episode of Abounding Hope, Liz sits down with Steve and Marian Tong to revisit where it all began — when they met our family and stepped into our messy, complicated world. We talk about ordinary faithfulness: shared meals, fellowship, laughter, seeing into the depths of suffering and showing up again and again, learning what it means to bear one another’s burdens. Long before there was a Hope for Addiction ministry, there was a living room. Before there was a program, there were people willing to move toward suffering instead of away from it. This episode is about the beauty of biblical community — and how God often begins His greatest works in the most ordinary spaces. To learn more about the origins of Hope For Addiction and the Beck Family story, visit https://www.hopeforaddiction.com/liz Have questions or comments? Please email aboundinghope@hopeforaddiction.com Music by West Coast Revival, used with permission Check out all their great music: https://linktr.ee/westcoastrevival (https://linktr.ee/westcoastrevival)

16. 

    24 Feb 2026

    Abounding Hope: A Hope for Addiction Podcast

    Abounding Hope is a podcast by Hope for Addiction, created to equip the local church and everyday believers to think biblically about addiction and walk faithfully alongside those who are struggling. God’s Word speaks to every hurt, every hardship and every broken place. Each episode connects Scripture to the realities of addiction, suffering and restoration, offering gospel-rooted hope, practical wisdom, and encouragement for those who want to step into messy situations with truth and compassion. Whether you are a pastor, church leader, volunteer or friend, this podcast will encourage with stories of God's faithfulness, challenge how you think, strengthen how you love and help you confidently bring the light of Christ into life’s hardest places. Email your questions to aboundinghope@hopeforaddiction.com Learn more at https://www.hopeforaddiction.com/

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