EP 1:38: Walking the Narrow Gate: A Gay Christian's Recovery Story

In this episode of the Aftermeth Podcast, Dr. Dallas Bragg interviews Tim, a gay former crystal meth addict who credits his recovery to his relationship with Jesus Christ. Tim discusses the complexities of addiction, recovery, and faith, particularly within the LGBTQ community. Tim shares his personal journey with meth addiction, the chaos it brought into his life, and the struggles of relapse. They explore the role of faith in recovery, the challenges of navigating relationships, and the importance of journaling as a tool for self-reflection. The conversation also addresses the intersection of sexuality and spirituality, confronting religious trauma, and finding supportive communities. Chapters 00:00Introduction to the Aftermath Podcast 02:50Tim's Journey with Meth Addiction 06:03The Chaos of Addiction 08:58Relapse Patterns and Struggles 11:49Finding Faith in Recovery 14:59Navigating Early Recovery 17:46Faith and Sexuality in Recovery 21:10Building Relationships in Sobriety 24:09The Role of Journaling in Recovery 26:59Challenges of Sober Sex 29:51Finding a Supportive Community 33:00Confronting Religious Trauma 36:00The Importance of Acceptance 38:48Final Thoughts and Reflections The AfterMeth: Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theaftermeth/ Submit a story or question: Website: www.aftermeth.net Dr. Dallas Bragg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drdallasbragg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drdallasbragg/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drdallasbragg YouTube: The Aftermeth Podcast X: https://twitter.com/Drdallasbragg Free online course to End the Relapse Cycle: https://stan.store/drdallasbragg/p/break-free-from-relapse-in-28-days