From failing to thriving

Chris Bolinger Jan. 2, 2025

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Restore Addiction Recovery not only helps men defeat their addictions but also equips them for full-time employment and prepares them to thrive in the real world.

That's the world where they have failed so many times in the past.

But then again, so have we.

This week's Bible passage: Matthew 11:25-30

This episode originally appeared as Weekly Strength 4.01: Tough Topics — Addiction on Throwing Mountains.

Weekly Strength podcast resource: 52 Weeks of Strength for Men (ebook, paperback, study guide)

Other resources:

• Chris Bolinger's other devotional: Daily Strength for Men
• Mike Hatch's book: Manhood: Empowered by the Light of the Gospel
• Relational men's discipleship programs: CLC

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Chris Bolinger is the author of three men’s devotionals – 52 Weeks of Strength for Men, Daily Strength for Men, and Fuerzas para Cada Día para el Hombre – and the co-host of the Throwing Mountains podcast. He splits his time between northeast Ohio and southwest Florida. Against the advice of medical professionals, he remains a die-hard fan of Cleveland pro sports teams. Find him at mensdevotionals.com. Learn More »

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