Surrender in Christian recovery isn’t passive—it’s active obedience. In this faith-filled episode of Love Life Sober, Sherry Beth Hoppen shares how true freedom from alcohol comes when surrender meets action, faith, and daily obedience to God.

Host Christy Osborne welcomes Sherry Hoppen, founder of She Surrenders and Executive Director of Selah House Recovery, for a deeply honest conversation about surrender, faith, and lasting freedom from alcohol.

Sherry shares her personal journey with alcohol addiction, the God-led calling that birthed Selah House, and the beauty—and weight—of building a Christ-centered recovery space for women seeking healing, safety, and spiritual renewal. Together, they explore why surrender is not passive, how conditional surrender keeps women stuck, and why real transformation in Christian sobriety requires both faith and action.

If You’ve Ever Thought
“I’ve said I surrender, but nothing seems to change.”
“I want freedom, but I don’t know how to let go.”
“I need support that understands both addiction and faith.”

Babe, this episode is for you.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode
What surrender truly means in Christian recovery—and why it’s more than words
Why conditional surrender prevents healing and keeps women stuck
How obedience plays a critical role in sobriety and spiritual growth
The role of the Holy Spirit in filling the space alcohol once occupied
Why faith-based recovery requires action, not just intention
How daily surrender leads to long-term transformation and freedom
How Christ-centered recovery spaces support women holistically

💌 Links & Resources

📖 Sherry’s memoir: Sober Cycle: Peddling Through Recovery One Day at A Time

https://amzn.to/49nJSCn

🌟 Join the Love Life Sober Community
https://lovelifesober.co.uk/community

🌿 Join the next 40-Day Alcohol Fast
https://lovelifesober.co.uk/the-fast

📖 Order Christy’s book, Love Life Sober: A 40 Day Alcohol Fast to Rediscover Your Joy, Improve Your Health, and Renew Your Mind
https://lovelifesober.co.uk/book

📲 Connect on Instagram: @lovelifesoberwithchristy

Disclaimer
The creators, hosts, and producers of the Love Life Sober podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, psychological, or professional advice nor intend for the podcast or any Love Life Sober communication to substitute for such. Views and opinions expressed in any referenced or linked resources do not necessarily reflect those of the Love Life Sober team or guests.

Surrender in Christian recovery isn&rsquo;t passive&mdash;it&rsquo;s active obedience. In this faith-filled episode of Love Life Sober, Sherry Beth Hoppen shares how true freedom from alcohol comes when surrender meets action, faith, and daily obedience to God.
Host Christy Osborne welcomes Sherry Hoppen, founder of <a href="https://www.shesurrenders.com/">She Surrenders</a> and Executive Director of <a href="https://www.selahhouserecovery.org/">Selah House Recovery</a>, for a deeply honest conversation about surrender, faith, and lasting freedom from alcohol.
Sherry shares her personal journey with alcohol addiction, the God-led calling that birthed Selah House, and the beauty&mdash;and weight&mdash;of building a Christ-centered recovery space for women seeking healing, safety, and spiritual renewal. Together, they explore why surrender is not passive, how conditional surrender keeps women stuck, and why real transformation in Christian sobriety requires both faith and action.
If You&rsquo;ve Ever Thought
<ul>
<li>&ldquo;I&rsquo;ve said I surrender, but nothing seems to change.&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;I want freedom, but I don&rsquo;t know how to let go.&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;I need support that understands both addiction and faith.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
Babe, this episode is for you.
What You&rsquo;ll Learn in This Episode
<ul>
<li>What surrender truly means in Christian recovery&mdash;and why it&rsquo;s more than words</li>
<li>Why conditional surrender prevents healing and keeps women stuck</li>
<li>How obedience plays a critical role in sobriety and spiritual growth</li>
<li>The role of the Holy Spirit in filling the space alcohol once occupied</li>
<li>Why faith-based recovery requires action, not just intention</li>
<li>How daily surrender leads to long-term transformation and freedom</li>
<li>How Christ-centered recovery spaces support women holistically</li>
</ul>
<hr>
💌 Links &amp; Resources
📖 Sherry&rsquo;s memoir: Sober Cycle: Peddling Through Recovery One Day at A Time
<a href="https://amzn.to/49nJSCn">https://amzn.to/49nJSCn</a>
🌟 Join the Love Life Sober Community <a href="https://lovelifesober.co.uk/community">https://lovelifesober.co.uk/community</a>
🌿 Join the next 40-Day Alcohol Fast <a href="https://lovelifesober.co.uk/the-fast">https://lovelifesober.co.uk/the-fast</a>
📖 Order Christy&rsquo;s book, Love Life Sober: A 40 Day Alcohol Fast to Rediscover Your Joy, Improve Your Health, and Renew Your Mind <a href="https://lovelifesober.co.uk/book">https://lovelifesober.co.uk/book</a>
📲 Connect on Instagram: <a href="http://instagram.com/lovelifesoberwithchristy">@lovelifesoberwithchristy</a>
Disclaimer The creators, hosts, and producers of the Love Life Sober podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, psychological, or professional advice nor intend for the podcast or any Love Life Sober communication to substitute for such. Views and opinions expressed in any referenced or linked resources do not necessarily reflect those of the Love Life Sober team or guests.

Love Life Sober is a Christian podcast for women questioning their relationship with alcohol and sensing God might have more for them beyond the wine glass.

Have you felt that nudge from God to put down the wine glass, but the thought of relaxing, having fun, or even coping with life feels impossible without it? Are you waking up each morning vowing not to drink tonight, only to find that by five p.m., all bets are off?

Love Life Sober is for sober and sober-curious women who love Jesus, or who are longing to reconnect with Him, and who know deep down that alcohol is no longer serving them.

Hosted by Christian sobriety coach and author Christy Osborne, author of Love Life Sober: A 40 Day Alcohol Fast to Rediscover Your Joy, Improve Your Health, and Renew Your Mind, this podcast blends Scripture, neuroscience, and practical coaching to help you understand what’s happening in your brain, your nervous system, and your heart, and how lasting freedom from alcohol is actually possible.

You’ll hear expert conversations and powerful testimonies for women exploring Christian sobriety, faith-based recovery, mindful drinking, and alcohol-free living. Each episode gently invites you to step away from wine and toward deeper connection with God, without shame, pressure, or the need to decide forever.

At the heart of Love Life Sober is a simple truth. Love, joy, peace, and connection were never meant to be found in a wine bottle. They are found in Jesus.

This is a grace-filled, shame-free space for women seeking freedom from alcohol through faith, neuroscience, and compassionate coaching. You don’t have to hit rock bottom. You don’t have to white-knuckle your way through sobriety. And you don’t have to do this alone.

If you’re ready to loosen alcohol’s grip and live the life God is inviting you into, you’re in the right place.
Welcome to Love Life Sober. Want more? Visit lovelifesober.com. 

Love Life Sober is a Christian podcast for women questioning their relationship with alcohol and sensing God might have more for them beyond the wine glass.
Have you felt that nudge from God to put down the wine glass, but the thought of relaxing, having fun, or even coping with life feels impossible without it? Are you waking up each morning vowing not to drink tonight, only to find that by five p.m., all bets are off?
Love Life Sober is for sober and sober-curious women who love Jesus, or who are longing to reconnect with Him, and who know deep down that alcohol is no longer serving them.
Hosted by Christian sobriety coach and author Christy Osborne, author of <a href="https://lovelifesober.co.uk/book">Love Life Sober: A 40 Day Alcohol Fast to Rediscover Your Joy, Improve Your Health, and Renew Your Mind</a>, this podcast blends Scripture, neuroscience, and practical coaching to help you understand what&rsquo;s happening in your brain, your nervous system, and your heart, and how lasting freedom from alcohol is actually possible.
You&rsquo;ll hear expert conversations and powerful testimonies for women exploring Christian sobriety, faith-based recovery, mindful drinking, and alcohol-free living. Each episode gently invites you to step away from wine and toward deeper connection with God, without shame, pressure, or the need to decide forever.
At the heart of Love Life Sober is a simple truth. Love, joy, peace, and connection were never meant to be found in a wine bottle. They are found in Jesus.
This is a grace-filled, shame-free space for women seeking freedom from alcohol through faith, neuroscience, and compassionate coaching. You don&rsquo;t have to hit rock bottom. You don&rsquo;t have to white-knuckle your way through sobriety. And you don&rsquo;t have to do this alone.
If you&rsquo;re ready to loosen alcohol&rsquo;s grip and live the life God is inviting you into, you&rsquo;re in the right place. Welcome to Love Life Sober. Want more? Visit <a href="https://lovelifesober.com/">lovelifesober.com</a>.&nbsp;

Love Life Sober is a Christian podcast for women questioning their relationship with alcohol and sensing God might have more for them beyond the wine glass.  Have you felt that nudge from God to put down the wine glass, but the thought of relaxing, having fun, or even coping with life feels impossible without it? Are you waking up each morning vowing not to drink tonight, only to find that by five p.m., all bets are off?  Love Life Sober is for sober and sober-curious women who love Jesus, or who are longing to reconnect with Him, and who know deep down that alcohol is no longer serving them.

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Christian Sobriety: Why Surrender Isn’t Passive | Sherry Hoppen

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