If You’re Sober but Still Struggling, Hear This
with Justin Franich
You stopped using. You're technically clean. But you're still empty. Still white knuckling it. Still wondering why sobriety doesn't feel like freedom. The drugs were never the real problem. They were covering the soul wounds underneath. Betrayal. Abuse. Loss. The only thing that fills the void is the presence of Christ and the hard work of forgiving the people who hurt you.
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Justin Franich
Justin Franich is a former meth addict, Teen Challenge graduate, and pastor who has been clean since 2005. Today he's a husband, father, and Executive Director of Shenandoah Valley Adult Teen Challenge. He hosts the Rebuilding Life After Addiction podcast and helps families across the U.S. navigate faith-based recovery options, compare programs, and rebuild life after addiction.
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