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He Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 76 Interview With SpencerIn this episode Lisa and Colleen interview a unique guest, Colleen's son Spencer. Spencer tells his story of growing up in a difficult home where he experienced several forms of abuse, and developed an addiction to pornography, and lust. He describes his recovery path and shares beautiful insights and hope for those who continue to struggle with their addictions and compulsive behaviors. His story is inspiring and the interaction between mother and son is truly special. You will be blessed as you listen to Spencer share his experience, hope, and strength.2025-04-1053 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 75 Connecting Conversations 1Instead of a guest interview, this episode is a recording of a conversation between Colleen and Lisa. They talk about the inspiration to record some episodes of their usual conversations to share with listeners. These episodes will get mixed in with the guest interviews. This first one is all about learning to converse with the Lord. Colleen and Lisa both share personal examples of their journal conversations with Christ and Lisa shares an amazing story with so many parallels to our individual relationships with Christ.2025-03-1153 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 74 Interview With Archie SwensenIn this episode Colleen and Lisa interview Archie, a person in long term recovery from alcohol and substance abuse. Archie shares the difficulties and sadness of growing up in an alcoholic home, following the path of his father into alcoholism, his years of addictive chaos, and how God plucked him out of all of it and brought him to a life of light and purpose. His story beautifully contrasts the destructive depths of the disease of addiction, with the exquisite joy of recovery through Jesus Christ. Archie's story can inspire your heart with amazement at the power of Christ's Ato...2025-02-211h 07He Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 73 Interview With Seth and NicoleIn this episode Lisa and Colleen interview Seth and Nicole, a couple in relationship recovery. They briefly share their own recovery process, and then move to a discussion about the recovery of their marriage through attending a Recovering Couples Anonymous meeting and working the 12 steps for their coupleship. Their story illustrates the healing and miracles that are possible not only for us as individuals, but also for our relationships through the Atonement of Jesus Christ.2025-01-2359 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 72 Interview With Wendy HalesIn this episode Lisa and Colleen interview Wendy Hales, a person in recovery from alcoholism. Wendy recounts an incredible story of how she was lifted from a life of hopelessness and shame to a knowledge of God's love for her and a relationship with Jesus Christ that she thought could not be possible for her. Her journey has brought her to seek first and foremost to be of maximum usage to God. Wendy's words will touch your heart and inspire you to continue on in your own journey with greater hope and faith in Christ and His power to hea...2025-01-1145 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 71 Ali's StoryIn this episode we get the opportunity to hear from Ali. Ali is the wife of Chaz who was our guest in episode 70. Ali joins us to tell her own story of healing and hope as the wife of a pornography addict. She shares her journey of working the twelve steps for herself and her marriage and the joy and happiness her and Chaz have found both individually and together. 2024-11-2658 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 70 Chaz's StoryIn this episode we get the opportunity to hear from Chaz, a person in recovery from lust and pornography addiction. Chaz speaks about many different aspects of his journey including the power that came into his life as he overcame fear and began to share his story. His path of recovery testifies of a loving Savior who has truly become a personal friend. If you would like to share your story on this podcast please contact us at hediddelivermefrombondage@gmail.com2024-11-1358 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 69 Final Appendix Content and Big Announcement (see Episode Description)In this episode Colleen and Lisa cover the final appendix materials of the book, including several pages grouped together as Twelve Step Information. These pages were added to the book in 1991 coinciding with the establishment of Heart t' Heart, an LDS Twelve Step addiction recovery organization. Colleen and Lisa give some background information about these materials and a brief summary of their purpose, bringing us to the end of the content of the book!! Can you believe it?!?!Then Colleen and Lisa give this announcement concerning the future of the podcast.We will continue to make episodes f...2024-11-0150 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 68 Appendix Content: Discussion on OppositionIn this episode Colleen and Lisa discuss another doctrinal essay found in the appendix titled Discussion On Opposition. This essay is referenced on page 133 in the chapter that focuses on Step 10. The essay itself is Colleen's personal capturing of the scriptures 2 Nephi 2: 11-13, and discusses the absolute truth that there is opposition in all things.2024-10-2152 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 67 Appendix Content: Benjamin's PromisesIn this episode listeners get an opportunity to listen to a recording of Benjamin's Promises, a doctrinal essay written by Colleen and found in the appendix. Benjamin's Promises takes a close look at Mosiah chapter 4, and the principles and promises it contains. 2024-10-161h 01He Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 66 Assignment For the Rest of Your Life and EpilogueIn this episode Colleen and Lisa discuss the very last section of the chapter titled I Was Desirous That My Family Should Partake. They cover four "pointers" from Colleen on how to continue on this journey that you have begun by going through this book and working these steps. The four pointers are scripture study, prayer, ordinances, and personal revelation. Colleen shares a few words about what an epilogue to the book would be like today and then both Lisa and Colleen outline what the next few podcast episodes will contain as they make their way through the appendix...2024-10-0755 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 65 Interview With JanaIn this episode Lisa and Colleen interview Jana. Jana has experienced many challenging things in her life including sexual abuse, struggles with weight, recurring depression, and the infidelity of her spouse. She shares her story of healing and recovery through many modalities that all point to Christ. Her incredible testimony of Christ and His power to love, change and heal us is inspiring. She is truly an ambassador of hope!2024-09-2655 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 64 I Was Desirous That My Family Should Partake (Part 4)In this episode Lisa and Colleen Finish their discussion of Step 12 and the chapter I Was Desirous That My Family Should Partake. They share how the awakening that we have experienced brings us to know that Christ is central to everything and that He is the way. This journey and this work are Christ's. We are becoming a people who in the words of President Nelson, will Let God Prevail. He is the way to endure to the end. Colleen shares her powerful experience of writing these words and bringing the chapter and the writings of the steps to...2024-09-1342 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 63 I Was Desirous That My Family Should Partake (Part 3)In this episode Colleen and Lisa again continue their discussion of Step 12 and the chapter I was Desirous That My Family Should Partake. They progress through the sections of the chapter covering the desire that comes to all of us who have been truly awakened, to share this message with others. As we share this message of hope in Christ, we bless the lives of others, and simultaneously are also blessed to keep our own recovery. 2024-09-0550 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 62 I Was Desirous That My Family Should Partake (Part 2)In this episode Colleen and Lisa continue their discussion of Step 12 and the chapter I Was Desirous That My Family Should Partake. An awakening has happened as we have worked the steps and has brought us to the true principles found in step 12. Colleen and Lisa begin with a focus on repentance and share their insights that Steps 4-9 are all repentance steps, steps that have the power to take us from half measures to the true change of being born again in Christ. 2024-08-1539 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 61 I Was Desirous That My Family Should Partake (Part 1)In this episode Lisa and Colleen discuss the first part of the chapter I Was Desirous That My Family Should Partake. They share their personal insights and experiences relating to step twelve, with an emotional beginning, as they prepare to discuss this last step. They focus on the concepts of being born again and awakened to the reality that recovery is all about Christ and His strength and His power.2024-08-1048 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 60 Scriptural Prep For Step 12In this episode Lisa and Colleen share their personal capturing of the scriptures found on pages 158-160, in the section titled "Preparation for Discussion of Principle Twelve: I Was Desirous That My Family Should Partake." These scriptures prepare us for the concepts we will discuss and learn in Step Twelve: Having experienced a mighty change and having awakened unto God as a result of our sincere repentance demonstrated in taking these steps, we were willing to become instruments in carrying this message to others and to practice these principles in all our affairs.2024-07-271h 00He Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 59 Meditation (Bonus Content)In this episode Lisa and Colleen present their own thoughts and experiences on the practice of meditation. Lisa shares her journey of experiencing guided meditations and practices and how involving God and Christ in these experiences has led her to improve her conscious contact with them. She leads listeners through some brief, guided meditations and shares a simple pattern anyone can use to create a their own practice of meditation. Colleen adds her own experiences learning about meditation, sharing powerful quotes and ideas from some amazing spiritual authors. She emphasizes the inspiration and revelation that come from the meditative p...2024-07-1859 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 58 Interview With StaceyIn this episode Colleen and Lisa interview Stacey. Stacey takes us on a journey through her story of living with multiple addictions in addition to bipolar disorder. After years of struggling she finally finds sobriety, but her story doesn't end there. She courageously follows the direction of the Holy Ghost to return to church, repent, and experience the healing power of the Savior's Atonement. Stacey's story will touch your heart and give you added courage to put your faith in the Lord and follow His plan for you.2024-07-0344 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 57 Counsel With The Lord In All Thy Doings (Part 3)In this episode Colleen and Lisa wrap up the discussion of the chapter Counsel With The Lord In All Thy Doings. They weave in their own insights about the principles found in the chapter along with current quotes from modern prophets and apostles and personal experiences. They testify of the importance of personal revelation and that each and every one of us can have our own individual relationship with Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ, and be led by them all our days.2024-06-2557 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 56 Counsel With The Lord In All Thy Doings (Part 2)In this episode Colleen and Lisa discuss the middle of the chapter Counsel With The Lord In All Thy Doings. They continue to share their insights and experiences about developing a truly personal relationship with Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ, emphasizing the importance of receiving personal revelation for ourselves. Revelation that is heart deep, and personal is the way we can endure the challenges of mortality with faith and hope.2024-06-1152 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 55 Counsel With The Lord In All Thy Doings (Part 1)In this episode Colleen and Lisa discuss the first third of the chapter Counsel With The Lord In All Thy Doings. They share personal insights and experiences relating to step eleven, describing the importance of developing a personal relationship with God and Jesus Christ. Both hosts weave in personal experiences, words from AA, and messages from our most recent General Conference . A theme emerges that we are all toddlers in this journey of mortality and we have an absolute need for "continuous contact," with Christ to progress along this journey.2024-05-3059 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 54 Scriptural prep For Step 11In this episode Colleen and Lisa share their personal capturing of the scriptures found on pages 139-141, in the section titled "Preparation for Discussion of Principle Eleven: Counsel With the Lord In All Thy Doings." These scriptures prepare us for the concepts we will discuss and learn in Step Eleven: Sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with God, seeking the words of Christ through the power of the Holy Ghost that they might tell us all things that we should do, praying only for a knowledge of His will for us and the power to...2024-05-2148 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 53 Interview With ZachIn this episode Colleen and Lisa interview Lisa's husband Zach. Zach shares his journey of lust addiction, finding hope and peace through the twelve steps, and his ongoing discovery of the Savior's mercy and love as he continues to apply Step Ten in his life. Lisa adds in a few extra details, because of course she just couldn't resist!2024-05-1158 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 52 Bonus Content: The Unpopular Guide to Step 10In this episode Colleen and Lisa go off the beaten path of the content of He Did Deliver Me From Bondage, and share their own personal insights about a booklet titled,"The Unpopular Guide to Step 10." This booklet can be purchased on Amazon or dowloaded free from a simple internet search. The booklet is written by a group of anonymous members of Alcoholics Anonymous and is a true treasure of thoughts and inspiration, making it a personal favorite of both Lisa and Colleen. Join them as they discuss this bonus content for step 10.2024-04-3058 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 51 Retain a Remission of Your Sins (Part 2)In this episode Lisa and Colleen discuss both the appendix section titled Discussion on Opposition, and the second half of the chapter Retain a Remission of Your Sins. They begin with a deeper dive into the principle opposition using the appendix, discussing how without opposition ,ultimately we nor God could even exist. Then they return to the chapter to discuss the need for continual repentance and progression for our entire lives, growing in our ability to receive revelation, the blessing of continued humbling experiences, and once again, how Christ's mercy and grace, are the only solution to every challenge...2024-04-221h 02He Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 50 Retain a Remission of Your Sins (Part 1)In this episode Colleen and Lisa discuss the first half of the chapter Retain a Remission of Your Sins. They share personal insights and experiences relating to step ten, including the truth that in order to retain the change of heart we have experienced, we must continue to apply and live by the principles that we have learned in the previous nine steps. Step ten is the first of the three maintenance steps. This step helps us to understand that rather than arriving at perfection, we will continue learning and progressing throughout our entire mortal life. And rather than th...2024-04-1544 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 49 Scriptural Prep For Step TenIn this episode Lisa and Colleen share their personal capturing of the scriptures found on pages 126-128, in the section titled "Preparation for Discussion of Principle Ten: Retain a Remission of Your Sins." These scriptures prepare us for the concepts we will discuss and learn in Step Ten: Realizing that the weakness to be tempted and to sin is a part of the mortal experience, we continue to take personal inventory and promptly admitted it, being willing to repent as often as needed.2024-04-0753 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 48 Hosanna, Hallelujah, and Happy EasterIn this episode Colleen and Lisa invite you into a personal discussion dedicated to Easter. They share stories and writings and of course some laughs as they talk about Christ and the power His atonement has had in both of their lives. Happy Easter Everyone!2024-03-2948 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 47 Eight Personal Perspectives on Step NineThe idea for this episode came from Lisa's husband Zach and blossomed into something different than any episode Colleen and Lisa have done in the past. Eight individuals share personal step nine insights and experiences making amends. The variety and individuality of these experiences testifies to all of us of the goodness of the Lord, His specific awareness of us, and the carefully tailored direction He guides us with. His power will come to each of us to transform the willingness we found in step eight into the action required in step nine. You're going to absolutely love this...2024-03-231h 06He Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 46 Interview With LindaIn this episode Colleen and Lisa interview Linda, a dear friend of Colleen's. Linda shares her journey of recovery from a personal battle with codependency and how she found hope, and growing peace in the unlikely place of divorce. She describes her story as a story of amends to herself, a beautiful and powerful illustration of step nine.2024-03-181h 00He Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 45 Bonus Content For Step NIneThis episode is sll bonus content focused on step nine! In this episode Colleen and Lisa just had to share more! They take great joy in the recent release of the newly revised, Healing Through the Savior: The Addiction Recovery Program 12-Step Recovery Guide. They discuss their own capturing and insights from the new guide's chapter on step nine, including sharing additional step nine material from other resources. Colleen then shares the personal account of a recent dream, testifying to all of us of the future amends that God our father and Jesus Christ have in store for each o...2024-03-0950 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 44 Blessed Are All The Peacemakers (Part 2)In this episode Lisa and Colleen finish off their discussion of step nine, sharing personal examples ,insights, and inspiration. They encourage listeners to take courage, make the necessary sacrifices, and go forward even in the discomfort of step nine, testifying that the peace and promises that await you are so worth every effort that this step takes!2024-03-0241 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 43 Blessed Are All The Peacemakers (Part 1)In this episode Colleen and Lisa discuss the first half of the chapter Blessed Are All The Peacemakers. They share personal insights and experiences relating to step nine, including some powerful quotes from the Alcoholics Anonymous Big Book, as well as Clean Hands Pure Heart by Phillip Harrison. Step nine helps us all to learn how to peaceably walk with the children of men.2024-02-2647 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 42 Scriptural Prep For Step NineIn this episode Colleen and Lisa discuss their personal capturing of the scriptures found on pages 115-116, in the section titled "Preparation for Discussion Of Principle Nine: Blessed Are The Peacemakers." These scriptures prepare us for the concepts we will discuss and learn in Step Nine: Made restitution directly to those we had harmed, confessing our own wrongdoing in each instance except when to do so would further injure them or others.2024-02-1652 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 41 Interview With CharIn this episode Colleen and Lisa interview Char, a dear, dear long time recovery friend of Colleen's. Char shares her powerful story of how the twelve principles changed the trajectory of her and her family's lives, with a special emphasis on step 8 and amends. Her story is a testament that Christ can help us change the messes in our lives into impactful examples of change and hope. Listeners will be blessed by the strength and power of Char's story of recovery.2024-02-0458 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 40 They Buried Their Weapons of War, For Peace (Part 2)In this episode Colleen and Lisa discuss the second half of the chapter about step eight with a large portion of the episode focusing on Colleen's personal parable found in the chapter. Colleen reads the parable in her own voice and shares her personal insights, and Lisa shares messages from two conference talks that add additional insight.2024-01-2444 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 39 They Buried Their Weapons of War, For Peace (Part 1)In this episode Colleen and Lisa discuss the first half of the chapter They Buried Their Weapons of War, for Peace. They share their personal insights and experiences relating to step eight, focusing much of the discussion on our willingness. Lisa shares a powerful personal experience illustrating how Christ can truly do for us what we cannot do for ourselves if we can just become willing. Christ offers us spiritual healing on a scale we can hardly comprehend.2024-01-1753 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 38 Scriptural Prep For Step EightIn this episode Lisa and Colleen discuss their personal capturing of the scriptures found on pages 104-106, in the section titled "Preparation for Discussion of Principle Eight: They Buried Their Weapons of War, For Peace." These scriptures prepare us for the concepts we will discuss and learn in Step Eight: Made a list of all persons we had harmed and became willing to make restitution to all of them (even those we had harmed in what we might have considered righteous anger), desiring instead to be peacemakers and to do all that we could to come unto God by...2024-01-1159 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 37 Merry Christmas!In this episode Colleen and Lisa each share a Christmas message, well..in truth.... maybe they share a few Christmas messages, but ultimately the best message of all_ Unto us all a Son was given- even Jesus Christ! Merry Christmas to you all! The next episode will drop the first week of January.2023-12-011h 00He Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 36 Interview With Mark MinerIn this episode Colleen and Lisa interview Mark, a man in long term recovery from alcohol and drug addiction. Mark shares how his childhood misplaced responsibility for the success or lack thereof in his parents marriage led him into a life of drug and alcohol addiction at the young age of 17. He describes his experiences of serving repeated prison sentences, attempting several time to fix "his problem" on his own, and his final realization that he needed the power of God found in the 12 steps. Mark's story powerfully demonstrates that God is there with us every step of the way...2023-11-221h 09He Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 35 And Never, Until I Did Cry Out (Part 2)In this episode Lisa and Colleen discuss the second half of the chapter about step seven. They share their insights and their experiences, including individual step seven experiences that they each had the previous week. They explain how step seven involves the actual asking or praying, and then trusting God with the transformation process that will most often, come s l o w l y.2023-11-1549 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 34 And Never, Until I Did Cry Out (Part 1)In this episode Colleen and Lisa discuss the first half of the chapter And Never, Until I Did Cry Out. They share their personal insights and experiences relating to step seven, with emphasis on humility and ridding ourselves of the "universal' sin- pride. It is the importance of finally giving up recovery through our own efforts, and coming to rely wholly upon Christ and His grace.2023-11-0854 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 33 Scriptural Prep for Step SevenIn this episode Colleen and Lisa discuss their personal capturing of the scriptures found on pages 93-94, in the section titled "Preparation for Discussion of Principle Seven: And Never, Until I Did Cry Out." These scriptures prepare us for the concepts we will discuss and learn in Step Seven: Humbly cried unto the Lord Jesus Christ in our hearts for a remission of sins that through His mercy and His grace we might experience a mighty change of heart, lose all disposition to do evil, and thus be encircled about in the arms of safety because of His great...2023-10-3152 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 31 Let This Desire Work in You (Part 2)In this episode Colleen and Lisa discuss their personal insights on step six as they review the second half of the chapter Let This Desire Work in You. They dive deep into the truths that our will is the determining factor in any change we make , for ill or for good, and that step six is a process of becoming entirely ready to have God change our very natures.2023-10-1851 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 30 Let This Desire Work in You (Part 1)In this episode Colleen and Lisa discuss the chapter Let This Desire Work in You. They share their personal insights and experiences relating to step six, specifically focusing on how our desires determine our decisions and the paramount importance of the gospel principle of agency.2023-10-1149 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 32 An Interview with KelseyIn this episode Colleen and Lisa interview Kelsey. Kelsey's story of recovery begins as a young 17 year old girl in high school battling body dysmorphia, compulsive overeating, and compulsive exercise. She describes her journey to find the Savior through the principles of recovery and learning to lean on him through the additional deep challenges of infertility and cancer. Kelsey's story is one of powerful personal growth and strength in Christ. Her testimony will bless all those who listen. 2023-10-1055 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 29 Scriptural Prep for Step SixIn this episode Lisa and Colleen discuss their personal capturing of the scriptures found on pages 81-83, in the section titled "Preparation for Discussion of Principle Six: Let This Desire Work in You." These Scriptures prepare us for the concepts we will discuss and learn in Chapter Seven, and for Step Six: Became humble enough to yield our hearts and our lives to Christ for His sanctification and purification, relying wholly upon HIs merits, acknowledging even our own best efforts as unprofitable.2023-10-0346 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 28 Interview With Mike ColbyIn this episode Lisa and Colleen interview Mike Colby. Mike shares his personal story of recovery from lust, pornography, masturbation, and sexual sin. He discusses the development of his personal relationship with Christ, and how his journey has led him to sponsor over 50 other men through the twelve steps. His own personal experience combined with his vast sponsoring experiences make his perspective and insights on step five truly powerful. Mike's interview will inspire you and bring you hope in your own journey. 2023-09-2651 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 27 I of Myself Am [Not] More Than a Mortal (Part 2)In this episode Colleen and Lisa finish their discussion of step five in the chapter I of Myself Am [Not] More Than a Mortal. They focus their comments and insights on the joy that comes through the Atonement of Jesus Christ as we tell our life story in step five to another person. At the end of this episode they also open up and talk about the personal experience they shared together of Lisa doing her step five with Colleen.2023-09-1846 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 26 I of Myself Am [Not] More Than a Mortal (Part 1)In this episode Colleen and Lisa discuss the chapter I of Myself Am [Not] More Than a Mortal. They share their personal insights and experiences relating to step five, and how shedding perfectionism, coming out of isolation, and admitting sin and weakness to another person can have a transformative impact on your personal growth. Their honest sharing and insights will help you better understand the miracles and promises that await you as you work step five in your recovery journey.2023-09-1244 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 25 Scriptural Prep for Step FiveIn this episode Colleen and Lisa discuss their personal capturing of the scriptures found on pages 71 and 72, in the section titled "Preparation for Discussion of Principle Five: I of Myself am [Not] More Than a Mortal." These scriptures prepare us for the concepts we will discuss and learn in Chapter Six, and for Step Five: Honestly shared this inventory with God and with another person, thus demonstrating the sincerity of our repentance, and our willingness to give away all our sins, that we might know Him.2023-09-0654 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 24 Interview With Jason CoombsIn this episode Colleen and Lisa interview Jason Coombs. Jason is a person in long-term recovery and the founder and CEO of Brickhouse Recovery, a professional TEDx speaker, consultant, leadership expert, and the author of Unhooked: How to help a Loved One Recover. Jason joins us to share his personal experiences and insights about recovery, step four, and how the ongoing power of living the 12 steps and relying on Christ is blessing him professionally, and in his current life trials and challenges. He opens his heart and shares specifically about the difficult journey of navigating his wife's cancer diagnoses and...2023-08-2852 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 23 The Power of His Everlasting WordIn this episode Colleen and Lisa discuss an essay titled "The Power of His Everlasting Word," found in the appendix at the back of the book on page A-26. This essay covers the nitty gritty of one way of writing a step four inventory. Colleen and Lisa dive into the content, sharing their personal insights and experiences and answering the why, what, and how of writing a fearless written moral inventory. 2023-08-2252 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 22 Wo Unto the Uncircumcised of HeartIn this episode Colleen and Lisa share their personal insights and experiences with step four as they discuss the chapter Wo Unto the Uncircumcised of Heart. They discuss the process of unveiling the truth about ourselves that happens as we courageously make a searching and fearless moral inventory of our lives. They add their testimonies of the powerful personal results and rewards that can come from completing step four.2023-08-0757 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 21 Scriptural Prep for Step FourIn this episode Colleen and Lisa discuss their personal capturing of the scriptures found on pages 60 and 61, in the section titled "Preparation for Discussion of Principle Four: Wo Unto the Uncircumcised of Heart." These Scriptures prepare us for the concepts we will discuss and learn in chapter five, and for Step Four: Made a searching and fearless moral inventory of our past in order to thoroughly examine ourselves as to our pride and other weaknesses with the intent of recognizing our own carnal state and our need for Christ's Atonement.2023-08-0244 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 20 An Interview With SusanIn this episode Colleen and Lisa interview Susan . Susan has experienced the addiction of a spouse as well as the addictions of her children, and she shares her personal story and experiences as they relate to step three. The power of her message is inspiring as she describes the transformation of her heart from a state of self reliance and a need to control, to coming to trust God in all things. Thank you Susan for sharing your faith and strength with all of us!2023-07-2153 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 19 I Know in Whom I Have Trusted (Part 2)In this episode Lisa and Colleen cover the second part of the chapter I Know in Whom I Have Trusted. This chapter covers step three: Made the decision to reconcile ourselves to the will of God and offer our whole souls as an offering unto Him, and trust Him in all things forever. They discuss and share their personal experience and insights surrounding what stops us from trusting God, the practice of learning to trust Him, and the miracle that we can receive trust as a spiritual gift if we sincerely desire it. 2023-07-1549 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 18 I Know in Whom I Have Trusted (Part 1)In this episode Colleen and Lisa share their personal insights and experiences with step three as they discuss the first half of the chapter I Know in Whom I Have Trusted. They discuss how learning and practicing to trust God in all things is both the highest form of worship we can extend to Him, as well as the greatest form of peace we can feel.2023-07-1258 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 17 Scriptural Prep for Step ThreeIn this episode Colleen and Lisa discuss their personal capturing of the scriptures found on pages 43 and 44, in the section titled "Preparation for Discussion of Principle Three." These scriptures prepare us for the concepts we will discuss and learn in chapter four, and for Step Three: Made the decision to reconcile ourselves to the will of God, offer our whole souls as an offering unto Him, and trustHim in all things forever.2023-07-0157 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 16 An "Interview" with Philip HarrisonIn this episode Colleen and Lisa bring us the extraordinary experience that began with a small idea from the spirit and evolved into a beautiful opportunity to share the testimony of Colleen's sweetheart Philip Harrison who passed away from ALS in January of 2021. Phil shares his story of redemption from sexual addiction, his testimony, and his personal love for Jesus Christ in both word and song.2023-06-2554 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEPISODE 15 I Glory in My Jesus (Part 2)In this episode Colleen and Lisa finish the discussion of principle two, sharing their personal experiences, insights, and testimonies. They discuss using the Book of Mormon to draw closer to Christ, giving up on their own power and coming to believe in the power of Him, and coming to know Him as a true and personal friend.2023-06-1747 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 14 I Glory in My Jesus (Part 1)In this episode Colleen and Lisa discuss the incredible gift of coming to know Christ on a personal level. They each share their witnesses of Christ and his personal love for them individually and testify that the Savior can truly become a personal friend to each of us, our very own Jesus, as we come to believe in Him and truly hear Him.2023-06-0946 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 13 Scriptural Prep for Step TwoIn this episode Colleen and Lisa discuss their personal capturing of the scriptures found on pages 29 and 30, in the section titled "Preparation for Discussion of Principle Two." These scriptures prepare us for the concepts we will discuss and learn in chapter three, and for Step Two: Came to believe that God has all power and wisdom and that in His strength we can do all things that are expedient, according to His will.2023-06-0352 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 12 An Interview with Missy HathawayIn today's episode Colleen and Lisa interview Missy Hathaway. Missy is the wife of Evan Hathaway, our guest for the interview in episode 8. Missy shares her story including her thoughts on powerlessness, healing, and the joy of life in recovery. She testifies of the power of the 12 steps for spouses and family members of addicts. Her story is a story of hope and strength. you wont want to miss it!2023-05-2644 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 11 O How Great is the Nothingness of the Children of Men (Part 2)In this episode Lisa and Colleen finish the discussion of the second chapter of the book, sharing stories and personal insights. In summary, we must come to a place of total surrender and realize that on our own we are powerless to overcome the challenges of our mortal life. There is no deliverance, but through God the Father and His Son Jesus Christ.2023-05-1843 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 10 O How Great is the Nothingness of the Children of Men (Part 1)In this episode Colleen and Lisa dive into the second chapter of the book discussing our powerlessness without God. They share their personal experiences and insights surrounding this foundational principle, the place where all of us must start.2023-05-1548 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 9 Scriptural Prep for Step OneIn this Episode Colleen and Lisa discuss their personal capturing of the scriptures found on page 12, in the section titled "Preparation For Discussion of Principle One." These scriptures prepare us for the concepts we will discuss and learn in chapter two, and for Step One: Admitted that we ourselves are powerless, nothing without God.2023-05-0843 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 8 An Interview With Evan HathawayIn this episode Colleen and Lisa interview Evan Hathaway, an addict in long term recovery. Evan shares his powerful story, including the impact that the book He did Deliver Me From Bondage has had on his personal recovery, his subsequent and current addiction recovery work. Evan's experience, strength, and hope will bless your life!2023-05-0247 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 7 I Teach Them Correct Principles; An Introductory Discussion Part 2In this episode Colleen and Lisa finish the discussion of the first chapter of the book, including a discussion about capturing, found in the appendix on A-3. In summary, there is a spiritual solution to every trial or challenge we face.2023-04-2348 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 6 I Teach Them Correct Principles; An Introductory Discussion Part 1In this episode Lisa and Colleen begin at page one and discuss the beautiful truths found in the first half of the Introductory Discussion, I Teach Them Correct Principles.2023-04-1550 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageThe Front MaterialsIn this episode we finally get to open the book! Colleen and Lisa discuss together powerful insights that come from the front materials.2023-04-0958 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 4 The story of He Did Deliver Me From BondageIn this episode Colleen takes us on the journey of how the book He Did Deliver Me From Bondage came to be, how it was used by the Church, and how it hs blessed thousands on their personal journey to healing and recovery. It is a fascinating story weaved with more details of Colleen's personal story, and evidences of the Lord's mercy and love for those of us who seek His deliverance.2023-04-0152 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 3 Lisa's StoryIn this episode Lisa tells the story of how she came to love the 12 steps of addiction recovery and how these true principles continue to bring her healing and recovery from her own addictions as well as the addiction of her husband. It is a powerful story of redemption and healing through the Atonement of Jesus Christ.2023-03-2455 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 2 Colleen's StoryIn this episode Colleen shares pieces of her personal story, including details from her childhood, her recovery journey, the process of receiving and writing He did Deliver Me from Bondage, and her recent challenges and struggles. Her story is a powerful story of redemption and deliverance through the Savior Jesus Christ, inviting us to trust him in all things.2023-03-1751 minHe Did Deliver Me From BondageEpisode 1 How We MetIn this episode we introduce the purpose and structure of the podcast, and tell the story of how God brought the two of us together.2023-03-0420 min