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Episode 70 - STEP NINE | Making Amends Without Making a Mess + Original Song "My Side of the Street"
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Episode 70 - STEP NINE | Making Amends Without Making a Mess + Original Song "My Side of the Street"
Making amends sounds simple—until you actually do it. In this episode, we move beyond talking about Step 9 and step into the harder work of doing it wisely. We explore how even sincere apologies can cause more harm when they’re driven by guilt, image management, or the need for closure. Through a personal story, three “Imagine a Pastor” scenarios, and Scripture, this conversation helps pastors understand the difference between managing our conscience and truly owning our part. Step 9 isn’t about fixing relationships or securing forgiveness.
It’s about taking responsibility without controlling the outcome. We’ll talk about:
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Making amends sounds simple—until you actually do it. In this episode, we move beyond talking about Step 9 and step into the harder work of doing it wisely. We explore how even sincere apologies can cause more harm when they’re driven by guilt, image management, or the need for closure. Through a personal story, three “Imagine a Pastor” scenarios, and Scripture, this conversation helps pastors understand the difference between managing our conscience and truly owning our part. Step 9 isn’t about fixing relationships or securing forgiveness.
It’s about taking responsibility without controlling the outcome. We’ll talk about:
- Why some amends make things worse instead of better
- How to own your side of the street without reopening wounds
- When silence and changed behavior are the most loving response
- Why peace comes from obedience—not resolution
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pastors-in-recovery--6262503/support.
Connect :
🌐 www.pastorsinrecovery.com
🌐Facebook.com/pastorsinrecovery
📧 [email protected]
Find the Podcast:
▶️ Youtube.com/@pastorsinrecovery
🟢 Spotify and Apple Music (and all major streaming platforms) search for Pastors in Recovery
Podcast Music:
🟢 Spotify and Apple Music (and all major streaming platforms) under Crashing Lyrics
▶️ Youtube.com/@crashinglyrics -> Pastors in Recovery Playlist
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