by Mark Shaw | May 1, 2020 | TAC Blog
We are in the middle of a pandemic that has created a ripple effect in many ways. Our normal routines have been shattered. Non-essential places are closed. We can’t meet with friends in-person. Group gatherings have been banned. In addition, professional sporting...
by Mark Shaw | Apr 20, 2020 | TAC Blog
In my lifetime, I cannot recall living in a time as unique as the one in which we are living right now. I’ve never experienced a pandemic, and the “stay at home” mandate is unprecedented for me. I am out of sorts, not in a routine, don’t have a dedicated space to work...
by Mark Shaw | Apr 17, 2020 | TAC Blog
Steve Barnett’s Testimony of Transformation For our 20th TAC Podcast, we have a special edition featuring Steve Barnett’s testimony of transformation. Steve shares a powerful picture of how disciple-making in an addict’s life is the catalyst for how Jesus Christ...
by Mark Shaw | Apr 10, 2020 | TAC Blog
In case you have not heard about it yet, I want to introduce you to a genuinely biblical addiction residential program for men called Redemption House. John Leonard is the Founder and CEO of this 5 year old program in beautiful Minnesota. John is an educated,...
by Mark Shaw | Apr 6, 2020 | TAC Blog
A solid understanding of biblical repentance and forgiveness is essential to the Gospel. All biblical counselors, and more specifically addiction biblical counselors, should have a good grasp of these foundational concepts and be able to teach them to others. I...
by Mark Shaw | Apr 3, 2020 | TAC Blog
COVID-19 has disrupted the world’s systems and that includes the addiction and recovery world. I’ve been thinking about both the positive and negative consequences. THE BAD Many people who are diagnosed in the world’s system with substance use disorder (SUD) are more...
