About this episode
Cheri Chafin Norris shares her journey of addiction and recovery, exploring her connection to God and the miracles in her life.
Cheri Chafin Norris was 16 years old when she became addicted to methamphetamine — and her father’s drug dealer. She wrote to God through her journals for 20 years, recently digging through them to put together her new book, The Purpose of Abundance , re-discovering her own connection to God, the miracles that were always in front of her, and religion's reflection in modern society. She sifts through experiences dealing with addiction, recovery, and relationships, dismantling shame along the way. Now, a speaker, entrepreneur, and investor, Cheri helps incarcerated people find jobs, reminding us the wisdom of God is always available, even when it feels like He isn’t there. Get your copy of The Purpose of Abundance on Amazon: https://www.amazon.ca/Purpose-Abundance-40-Day-Guide-Hearing/dp/1964251931 00:00 - Episode Primer 01:22 - The Purpose Of Abundance 03:16 - Becoming Dad's Drug Dealer 06:20 - Miracles 09:04 - Relationship & Addiction 14:06 - God In Modern Society 19:15 - Don't Stay The Shame 28:45 - Changing The Past 30:30 - God's Final Answer 36:09 - End Credits The Human Challenge is hosted and produced by Vanessa Ferlaino . Watch the full episode on her…
People in this episode
Host: Vanessa Ferlaino
Guest: Cheri Chafin Norris
Topics covered
- addiction
- recovery
- faith
- relationships
- personal growth
- society
- shame
Keywords
- addiction
- recovery
- God
- journals
- shame
- relationships
- miracles
- faith
- The Purpose of Abundance
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Amazon, Rogers TV, ACAST, Amazon Music
Books & works: The Purpose of Abundance
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