The Recovery Couch

248 - Divine Encounters: How God's Love Transformed Jeff Greene

In this inspiring interview, Jeff Greene shares his journey from a rebellious, drug-filled past to a faith-filled life dedicated to spreading God's love. Discover how divine encounters, unconditional love, and scripture transformed his life, offering hope and practical advice for those seeking recovery and spiritual renewal.   Keywords - faith, recovery, Jesus, love, transformation, scripture, peace, Holy Spirit, addiction, forgiveness   Key topics * Jeff Greene's personal journey from addiction to faith * The role of unconditional love and scripture in recovery * The importance of peace and Holy Spirit in spiritual renewal

247 - From Lies to Identity: Spiritual Renewal, Purpose, and Walking in Truth with Renee Swasey

In this powerful, faith-filled conversation, Brandon Couch sits down with Renee Swasey, author of Refined for Revival: Your Purpose in God’s Plan, to explore what it truly means to live in alignment with God—not performance, not religion, but real relationship. Renee shares how identity is often shaped by the world, addiction, and past experiences—and how true transformation begins when we separate who we are from what we’ve done. Together, they unpack the concept of the “dominion mandate,” the dangers of living in self-reliance, and why so many people remain stuck in cycles of addiction, shame, and spiritual stagnation. This episode dives deep into: How the enemy distorts identity through lies and conditioning Why renewing your mind is critical for recovery and spiritual growth The difference between living for yourself vs. co-laboring with God Breaking free from addiction by replacing false fulfillment with truth The importance of obedience, stepping off the sidelines, and living with purpose Practical encouragement for anyone starting over with nothing but a desire for change Renee also speaks directly to those coming out of addiction, prison, or broken circumstances—offering a clear path forward rooted in Scripture, surrender, and daily relationship with God. This isn’t just a conversation—it’s a call to step out of the old patterns, renew your mind, and walk in the identity God already gave you.   Keywords: Faith, Addiction Recovery, Identity in Christ, Spiritual Growth, Mental Health, Purpose, Renewal, Obedience, Christian Living, Transformation   Watch on YouTube or listen on Spotify and all major platforms. Be sure to share this episode with someone who needs a reminder that their past does not define their purpose.   Guest Info: Renee Swasey is the author of Refined for Revival: Your Purpose in God’s Plan, a book designed to stir the Holy Spirit and deepen your relationship with God through truth, Scripture, and spiritual alignment.

246 - Learning Together - Breaking the Echo Chamber: Recovery and Growth

This episode explores the concept of echo chambers through the lens of recovery, emphasizing how they hinder growth and independent thinking. It highlights the importance of challenge, outside perspectives, and discomfort in breaking free from mental and informational loops.   Keywords - echo chambers, recovery, independent thinking, social media, mental health, growth, challenge, perspective, addiction, information literacy   Key topics * Understanding echo chambers and their impact * The parallels between addiction and mental stagnation * Strategies to challenge and expand perspectives * The role of social media algorithms in reinforcing beliefs * The importance of outside perspectives and discomfort for growth   Key frameworks * Challenge and Reinforcement Model * Discomfort for Growth Sound Bites * "Addiction thrives in isolation and repetition." * "Misinformation spreads easily in echo chambers." * "Ask yourself: Is my feed part of my recovery?"

245 – Daus Hempker part 2 - Spiritual Warfare and Healing: An Army Veteran's Testimony

In this powerful interview, Daus Hempker shares his incredible journey from military service and homelessness to spiritual awakening and recovery. He discusses mental health, addiction, spiritual warfare, and the importance of faith and community in healing.   Keywords - Recovery, Faith, Mental Health, Addiction, Spiritual Warfare, Veterans, Homelessness, Healing, Jesus, Inner Child   Key topics * Mental health and men's support systems * Daus Hempker's military and deployment experiences * Spiritual warfare and demonic oppression * Healing from addiction and trauma * The role of faith and prayer in recovery   Guest name Daus Hempker   key frameworks * Spiritual Warfare Model * Healing through Faith and Inner Work   Action items * Start with small, manageable steps in recovery * Prioritize your relationship with God * Seek community and support in your journey * Practice daily prayer and scripture reading   Sound Bites * "There was a bomb right next to me" * "Trusting God changed everything" * "We are in a spiritual war"

244 – Daus Hempker part 1- Spiritual Warfare and Healing: An Army Veteran's Testimony

In part 1 of this powerful interview, Daus Hempker shares his incredible journey from military service and homelessness to spiritual awakening and recovery. He discusses mental health, addiction, spiritual warfare, and the importance of faith and community in healing. keywords Recovery, Faith, Mental Health, Addiction, Spiritual Warfare, Veterans, Homelessness, Healing, Jesus, Inner Child key topics * Mental health and men's support systems * Daus Hempker's military and deployment experiences * Spiritual warfare and demonic oppression * Healing from addiction and trauma * The role of faith and prayer in recovery guest name Daus Hempker key frameworks * Spiritual Warfare Model * Healing through Faith and Inner Work action items * Start with small, manageable steps in recovery * Prioritize your relationship with God * Seek community and support in your journey * Practice daily prayer and scripture reading