Summary

I lived for gangs, drugs and prison until Jesus used a judge, a daughter and raw grace to rewrite my story. Today I help addicts level-up into freedomβ€”proof no one’s beyond His reach.

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This episode is sponsored by Heroic: Personal Excellence. Collective Flourishing. https://www.heroic.us/go/basic?fpr=beahero2day
In this inspiring episode, guest Manny Lopez shares his incredible journey from a troubled childhood to a life centered around faith, redemption, and service. Manny recounts his experiences growing up in a dysfunctional family, his struggles with addiction and crime, and his time in foster care and prison. He explains how becoming a father motivated him to seek change and break free from gang life. Manny emphasizes the importance of connection, community, and spirituality in overcoming addiction. Through his work in addiction recovery and his newfound faith, Manny demonstrates the power of God’s plan and the possibility of transformation, no matter how far one has fallen. Join us as Manny discusses his hopes for the future, his commitment to helping others, and the profound impact that his faith has had on his life and his family.
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00:00 Introduction and Early Family Struggles
01:31 Foster Care and Acting Out
04:26 Life on the Run and Substance Abuse
06:47 Juvenile Detention and Prison
08:38 Fatherhood and Seeking Change
09:41 Breaking Free from Gangs
11:20 Toxic Relationships and Arrest
15:10 Turning Point and Redemption
22:05 Starting Fresh: New Beginnings and Hard Work
22:37 Finding Purpose: Entering the Addiction Recovery Field
23:14 Overcoming Challenges: Job Interviews and Persistence
23:47 Building a New Life: Family and Education
24:29 Faith and Guidance: Trusting God’s Plan
25:12 A Place to Call Home: Finding Stability
27:04 Returning to Church: Acceptance and Community
28:28 Spiritual Growth: Family and Faith
31:06 Leadership and Service: Helping Others
37:03 Future Goals: Humility and Outreach
39:26 Final Thoughts: Connection and Faith

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