About this episode

Pastor Jim Rutherford discusses the rise of addiction and offers practical steps for recovery and prevention.

April 19, 2026 Why We Are So Addicted. And How To Deal With It. 2 Peter 2:19 Addiction has taken a steep increase in the last 15 years. We sometimes joke about it, but things are changing and people are struggling. What is happening? This message will focus on WHY addiction is on the rise and give practical steps for recovery and prevention. Pastor Jim Rutherford

People in this episode

Host: Pastor Jim Rutherford

Topics covered

• addiction
• recovery
• prevention
• spirituality
• mental health

Keywords

• addiction
• recovery
• prevention
• spirituality
• mental health
• 2 Peter 2:19
• increase in addiction

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Books & works: 2 Peter 2:19

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