Episode 106: The Perils of Enablement

Thank you for stopping by. Life raises hard questions. Oasis of Hope brings them to God's Word. Hosted by Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti, this Christian faith and biblical teaching podcast offers scripture-grounded conversation on the real challenges believers face: spiritual growth, faith, relationships, cultural pressures, and living a kingdom life in a complex and complicated world. Each episode is rooted in prayer, anchored in truth, and offered with pastoral warmth to followers of Christ around the globe. Wherever you are in your walk with God, there is hope here! Scripture Reference: “Jesus declares, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.” (John 14:6) Behavioral health is one of the battle grounds in our culture. The National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) is the agency tasked with measuring the use of illegal drugs, prescription drugs, alcohol, and tobacco; substance use disorder and substance use treatment; major depressive issues, anxiety, suicidal thoughts and behaviors, and other symptoms of mental illness, mental health care; and recovery from substance use and mental health disorders. The most recent data from the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) shows that in July, 2025 about 48.4 million U.S. adults (16.8% of the population) met criteria for a substance use disorder (SUD) in the past year. The key national statistics of the 48.4 million of U.S. adults is broken down as 27.9 million alcohol use disorder, 28.2 million drug use disorder and 7.7 million both alcohol and drug use disorder. A missing piece to this battle ground in our culture is the power of the gospel of Jesus Christ to save, deliver and transform lives. This is what Jesus Christ came for and continues to do in the lives of everyone that have trusted their lives in Him. In this episode of Oasis of Hope Podcast, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti answer the question of tough love in motion with their special guest- Mr. Joseph Ganci- a Vietnam-era veteran, author, entrepreneur, and recovery advocate, who has been in continuous recovery since 1997. After losing two of his five daughters to accidental overdoses, he has made it part of his life work to speak openly about addiction, grief, sponsorship, and continuing to serve. Mr. Ganci created RumRadio.org to support people in recovery, sponsors, and families. Salvation is found in no other person or name, but that of Jesus Christ- the Son of God, who paid the ultimate price on the cross to save mankind. Jesus declares in John 14:6, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.” We offer you the Savior of the world- Jesus Christ. We ask you beloved reader or listener- are you saved? Are you born again? The Savior of the world- Jesus Christ is knocking on the door of your heart and life- receive Him today by acknowledging your need for a Savior, acknowledging your sins, confession of Jesus Christ as Lord, by believing in your about Jesus’ finished work, and acknowledging eternity with God Almighty. God bless you! In Christ’s Love, Drs. Johnson and Feyi Obamehinti Resources: Books Mentioned on Podcast Resources Link: https://tinyurl.com/JGanci 1.  Gideon: The Sound And The Glory (The Empire of Israel Book 1) 2. David: God's Chosen Crucible (The Empire of Israel Book 2) 3.  Second David Trials and Tribulations (The Empire of Israel Book 3) Disclaimer: Content shared on this episode 106 is for spiritual encouragement, educational and informational purposes only and should not be construed as clinical advice. Opinions expressed are those of the guest. Listeners and readers should consult professional clinicians regarding their specific behavioral and mental health needs.