Finding Joy in a Season of Pain
Conquer Addiction with Ken and Sonya Pounders
Release Date: 12/09/2025
Classics: The Implications of Christmas
Conquer Addiction with Ken and Sonya Pounders
In this special "Revisited" edition of The Conquer Addiction Podcast, host Ken Pounders explores the deeper significance of Christmas, especially for those wrestling with addiction or supporting loved ones who are. Drawing from prophetic scripture in Isaiah and personal reflections, Ken Pounders discusses how the birth of Christ provides the foundation for hope, freedom, and real transformation. The episode offers insights into why the virgin birth matters, the gifts of selfless love and giving, and the power of Jesus’ name during the holiday season. Listeners are encouraged to embrace...
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A Prayer for Progress
Conquer Addiction with Ken and Sonya Pounders
In this inspiring episode of The Conquer Addiction Podcast, host Ken Pounders draws on his personal journey and biblical wisdom to offer hope to those battling addiction or supporting a loved one who is struggling. Exploring the Apostle Paul's letter to the Colossians, Ken Pounders highlights a powerful prayer for spiritual growth, encouraging listeners to move beyond survival and make true progress through surrender to Christ. With heartfelt advice and practical steps, this episode provides encouragement, actionable faith, and a reminder that freedom is possible for anyone willing to...
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Finding Joy in a Season of Pain
Conquer Addiction with Ken and Sonya Pounders
In this heartfelt holiday episode of the Conquer Addiction Podcast, host Sonya Pounders explores the challenges many face during Christmas—especially those struggling with addiction or coping with loss. Through personal reflection, practical encouragement, and biblical insight, listeners are reminded of the importance of joy, kindness, and faith even in difficult seasons. Sonya discusses issues like ongoing substance abuse and the growing impact of pornography, offering hope and actionable steps for overcoming guilt and shame. The episode emphasizes the power of scripture, prayer, and...
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Weathering Life’s Storms
Conquer Addiction with Ken and Sonya Pounders
In this powerful Thanksgiving week episode of The Conquer Addiction Podcast, listeners are invited to discover how to "weather life’s storms" with faith and resilience. Drawing deeply from the biblical story of Jesus calming the storm in Mark 4, the episode offers practical and spiritual insights for anyone facing difficulties—whether battling addiction, supporting a loved one, or just trying to make it through turbulent times. The discussion explores the importance of recognizing God’s presence, trusting in His concern, and listening for His guidance even when circumstances seem...
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Instructions for Sons
Conquer Addiction with Ken and Sonya Pounders
In this episode of The Conquer Addiction Podcast, Ken Pounders shares his personal journey to freedom from addiction, offering practical steps rooted in Christian faith for breaking life-controlling habits. Drawing from his experience at Outreach Ministries of Alabama, Ken explores the transformative power of establishing a real relationship with God, emphasizing identity as sons and daughters and the importance of giving your heart fully to Christ. He unpacks biblical wisdom, including Proverbs 23:26, encouraging listeners to respond to God’s call, delight in His ways, and safeguard...
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Slaves of Sin or Righteousness
Conquer Addiction with Ken and Sonya Pounders
In this episode of The Conquer Addiction Podcast, Ken Pounders dives deep into the spiritual roots of addiction, contrasting the common view of addiction as a disease with the biblical perspective of addiction as an issue of sin, lordship, and worship. Drawing from personal experience and referencing insightful works like Edward T. Welch’s "Addictions: A Banquet in the Grave," Ken Pounders explores how true freedom is found not by serving our own desires, but by surrendering to the transformative power of Christ. Highlighting passages from Romans 6, the discussion encourages listeners...
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From the archives: Living the Dream
Conquer Addiction with Ken and Sonya Pounders
In this powerful “from the archives” episode of The Conquer Addiction Podcast, host Ken Pounders revisits one of the show’s most impactful topics—living out God’s dream for your life, inspired by the biblical story of Joseph. Listeners are encouraged to examine how surrender, humility, and perseverance can guide them out of addiction and into true freedom and purpose. Ken shares deeply from personal experience and faith, highlighting the pitfalls of self-centered living versus the fulfillment found in aligning with God’s plan. Through practical wisdom and scriptural insight,...
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Living Out the Mission
Conquer Addiction with Ken and Sonya Pounders
In this episode of The Conquer Addiction Podcast, Ken Pounders shares powerful insights at Grace Family Worship Center, focusing on the transformative mission of the church and the vital role each believer plays in spreading hope and the gospel. Drawing from Matthew 28 and Acts 1:8, Ken challenges listeners to embrace their identity as ambassadors with a purpose, encouraging consistent action and authentic relationships as the foundation for real impact. He reminds us that sharing our faith doesn’t require perfection or a formal altar call—just a willingness to be open, obedient, and...
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The Process - First Steps
Conquer Addiction with Ken and Sonya Pounders
In Episode 202 of The Conquer Addiction Podcast, host Ken Pounders shares a behind-the-scenes look at the intake process for Outreach Ministries of Alabama, a year-long residential program for young men seeking freedom from addiction. Fresh off the ministry’s biggest annual event, Ken details how new students are welcomed, the initial interview steps, and what sets this Christ-centered recovery program apart—including its commitment to lasting transformation and the emphasis on personal responsibility. The discussion offers practical encouragement for listeners searching for help,...
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Ken Pounders at Christian Life Fellowship: Standing Boldly in Faith
Conquer Addiction with Ken and Sonya Pounders
In this episode of The Conquer Addiction Podcast, Ken Pounders delivers a heartfelt message as a guest speaker at Christian Life Fellowship, encouraging listeners to hold firm in their faith even when facing life’s toughest challenges. Drawing from the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the Book of Daniel, the episode explores what it means to have a faith that stands strong against societal pressures and personal crises. Ken candidly shares his own journey from addiction to freedom and reflects on God’s power, faithfulness, and wisdom in both miraculous deliverance and times...
info_outlineIn this heartfelt holiday episode of the Conquer Addiction Podcast, host Sonya Pounders explores the challenges many face during Christmas—especially those struggling with addiction or coping with loss. Through personal reflection, practical encouragement, and biblical insight, listeners are reminded of the importance of joy, kindness, and faith even in difficult seasons. Sonya discusses issues like ongoing substance abuse and the growing impact of pornography, offering hope and actionable steps for overcoming guilt and shame. The episode emphasizes the power of scripture, prayer, and self-discipline in finding healing, and encourages audiences to become sources of comfort and strength to those around them. As Christmas approaches, this episode is a compassionate reminder that God is near to the brokenhearted and always working for good, no matter the circumstances.
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