Your Hope-Filled Perspective with Dr. Michelle Bengtson podcast

170 Alcohol & Addiction: Never Too Lost for God to Find You

July 14, 2022
00:00 28:36
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Episode Summary: 

I talk with Tonie Camacho who lost a parent early in life, lived with a mentally ill mother, was sexually abused, raped and left for dead. She turned to alcohol as a coping mechanism. After her third DWI, and time in jail, God saved her. She learned that you are never too lost for God to find you. Sobriety is a daily struggle. But Tonie learned that the storm doesn’t last forever and God is on the other side with His hand open.

If you or a loved one struggle with alcoholism and addiction, you’ll want to listen to this hope-filled perspective.

Quotables from the episode:

  • You are never too lost for God to save you.
  • My saving grace was when God showed me He truly was willing to leave the 99 to save me.
  • Addiction is about control and requires surrendering to God for control.
  • I maintain my sobriety because God saved me and drinking again would be thumbing my nose at God.
  • The storm doesn’t last forever. God is on the other side with His hand open.
  • God was with her the whole time. All she had to do was turn around.

Scripture References:

  • Psalm 5:10 NKJV “Create in me a clean heart, O God, renew a new spirit in me.”
  • Psalms 27:1 NKJV “The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the strength of my life; whom shall I be afraid?”

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Guest:

Tonie Camacho is a 53-year old woman in recovery from alcoholism; drinking since the age of 14. She was sexually abused as a child, raped at age 24 and left for dead. Today she is a new woman with a thirst for life and the Lord. She believes that with God all things are possible.

Hosted By: Dr. Michelle Bengtson Audio Technical Support: Bryce Bengtson

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Dr. Michelle Bengtson is a hope concierge! She is a board-certified clinical neuropsychologist, international speaker, and award-winning author dedicated to offering hope, healing, and practical tools for mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. As the host of the top-rated podcast Your Hope-Filled Perspective, she combines her professional expertise with biblical truth to empower listeners to overcome anxiety, depression, and life’s challenges through faith.

A trusted voice in Christian mental health, Dr. Bengtson is the bestselling author of Hope Prevails: Insights from a Doctor's Personal Journey through Depression and Breaking Anxiety's Grip. With over 30 years of clinical experience, she has helped countless individuals find lasting freedom from fear, stress, and discouragement.

Dr. Bengtson is a frequent media guest on platforms such as Focus on the Family, Life Today, and Moody Radio. Her writing and resources have been featured on outlets including Crosswalk, iBelieve, and Salem Media, equipping believers to embrace God's promises in every season.

Connect with Dr. Bengtson at DrMichelleBengtson.com, where she shares faith-based encouragement, expert insights, and free resources for cultivating a hope-filled life.
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