Episode #193
Ep 193: From Heroin To Hope
Send us Fan Mail "What happens when a desperate prayer at 1 a.m. becomes the beginning of a completely transformed life ? Today, The Sassman’s share the raw story of Larry’s journey through heroin addiction and alcoholism—and the moment he cried out, “Lord, if you’re there…” What followed was an encounter he describes not as self-control, but as rescue ." We sit down with Larry and Becky Sassman to remember Pastor Shaw , talk honestly about change , and share what it looks like to keep serving after loss . Larry tells the story of addiction , an unpolished 1 a.m. prayer , and the moment his desires shifted toward Jesus for good . • Remembering Pastor Shaw and the impact of his long ministry • The challenge of stepping into weekly preaching and verse-by-verse Bible teaching • Trusting the Holy Spirit to bring depth even in hard passages • Larry’s testimony of drug use, heroin, alcoholism, and sudden deliverance • The difference between managing behavior and having desires transformed • Rehab, AA, and why “higher power” language matters • Becky’s childhood salvation , later baptism experience , and early mission trip s • Local church life in Leonardo, New Jersey , including service times and community events Please click on the underlined links throughout. Calvary Chapel Monmouth County Pastor Shaw interview on Plays On Word Radio If you enjoy Christian podcasts, Calvary Chapel stories , ministry behind-the-scenes moments, and biblical storytelling that sticks with you, hit play and come along. Subscribe and share this with a friend who needs hope, and leave a review so others can find the show. Review Us Here ! Visit our website, where you can donate to help us out... Whether a one-time donation , or if you want to become a monthly partner - PLEASE DONATE HERE : https://playsonword.networkforgood.com/ Please keep this ministry in prayer. This program was made possible by the Plays One Word Family of supporters. To find out more , check out our NEW & IMPROVED Website at playsonword.org Stay Up To Date with our: Plays On Word E-News Sign Up The Plays on Word Theater team is always setting up new performance dates ! Want us to visit your church/venue/community? Please check out: Book It! To See the Vision Behind the Mission of Plays On Word Theater & Radio , please visit: https://www.playsonword.org/support Plays On Word website Plays On Word YouTube Plays On Word Facebook Plays On Word Instagram Email us: team@playsonword.org
