Sobriety Isn’t the Goal: Jesus Is | Jon Seidl
Labels like “alcoholic,” “sober,” and “recovery” can feel loaded. Defining the real goal could be the missing piece for so many Christian men and women who feel stuck in the alcohol loop… This is not ultimately about sobriety. It’s about Jesus.
In this episode, Christy sits down with Jon Seidl, author of Confessions of a Christian Alcoholic, to unpack why breaking free from alcohol isn’t ultimately about sobriety, it’s about Jesus, identity, and true transformation.
This is what happens when the focus shifts from behavior to belief… from white-knuckling to abiding.
Jon shares his honest story, including the moment that exposed what was really going on beneath the surface, and the words from his wife that changed everything. Together, he and Christy challenge the language, labels, and assumptions many Christians carry around drinking, recovery, and what it actually means to live free.
This episode is honest, stretching, and deeply freeing for the woman who feels stuck trying to “fix” herself instead of surrendering.
If you’ve ever thought…
“I’m trying so hard, why won’t God just take this away?”
“I don’t want to admit I’m struggling… I’m a Christian.”
“I feel stuck between faith and my habits.”
Babe, this episode will meet you right there 🩷
What You’ll Learn In This Episode
• Why Jon uses the word “alcoholic” as a descriptor—not an identity
• The difference between focusing on sobriety vs focusing on Jesus
• How Scripture models honesty about the past without shame-based identity
• Why ignoring conviction keeps you stuck (and what to do instead)
• Why life without alcohol can feel harder—but still be better
• What’s actually on the other side of obedience: peace, joy, and freedom
Links & Resources
Get your tickets to hear Jon and Christy speak at Aligned:
https://www.alignedconference.org/
Jon’s Book: Confessions of a Christian Alcoholic
https://amzn.to/4blxaFy
Veritas Recovery:
https://veritasrecovery.org
🌿 Join the Love Life Sober Community
https://lovelifesober.co.uk/community
📖 Order Christy’s book, Love Life Sober
https://lovelifesober.co.uk/book
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Disclaimer
The creators, hosts, and producers of the Love Life Sober podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, psychological, or professional advice nor intend for the podcast or any Love Life Sober communication to substitute for such. Views and opinions expressed in any referenced or linked resources do not necessarily reflect those of the Love Life Sober team or guests.
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Christy found her true calling when she gave up alcohol and discovered a passion for helping women do the same. She has since coached hundreds of women across the US and UK as a highly trained senior sobriety coach, blending neuroscience, faith, and practical tools to help clients break free from alcohol and live with purpose.
She is the author of the best-selling Love Life Sober: A 40-Day Alcohol Fast to Rediscover Your Joy, Improve Your Health, and Renew Your Mind, and the host of the Love Life Sober podcast. Christy lives in Sussex, England, with her husband, their two teenagers, Ella and Carter, and their cavapoo, Copper.
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