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A Journey from Addiction to Redemption: Finding Hope and Grace Through Faith
Brian Sheppard
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Feb 05, 2026
Feb 05, 2026
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On this episode of Doc Talks with doctor Brian Sheppard, he talks with a guest about his powerful story of overcoming addiction and finding transformation through faith, forgiveness, and the support of a loving community. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
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