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From Addiction and Homelessness to Redemption
Season 1
Episode 98
Published 4 months, 2 weeks ago
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Send a textIn this episode of the Redeemed Podcast, host Lauren Burns sits down with author, speaker, and nonprofit founder Laura Boyd for a raw and hope-filled conversation about addiction, homelessness, single motherhood, and redemption.Laura shares her powerful testimony of overcoming alcoholism, losing everything, and finding herself homeless as a single mom—only to encounter a God who restores, redeems, and rebuilds. Through surrender, faith, and community, Laura found sobriety, purpose, and a calling to help other women walk the same path to freedom.Today, Laura is the author of Girl Who Told You That and the founder of Ruth’s Redemption Project, a nonprofit dedicated to helping women escape cycles of addiction, homelessness, and despair.This episode is a reminder that no matter how far gone life feels, redemption is always possible.
⏱️ Episode Breakdown & Timestamps00:00 – Introduction to Today’s Episode
Lauren introduces Laura Boyd and the themes of redemption, recovery, and hope.01:28 – Laura’s Redemption Story Begins
Laura shares her early struggles and the road that led to addiction.02:23 – Overcoming Addiction & Finding Sobriety
Walking through alcoholism, surrender, and the decision to pursue recovery.05:12 – Founding Ruth’s Redemption Project
How Laura turned her pain into purpose by helping other women find freedom.07:50 – Navigating Family, Relationships & Single Motherhood
The impact of addiction and healing on family dynamics.09:05 – Embracing Faith, Mentorship & Community
Why faith and accountability are essential in lasting transformation.19:16 – Becoming an Author & Using Her Voice to Help Others
The story behind Girl Who Told You That and Laura’s calling to speak out.23:44 – Final Encouragement & Hope for the Listener
A powerful word for anyone walking through addiction, loss, or fear.
Key Takeaways
Contact Laura:Website https://www.ruthsredemptionproject.org/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61561006496448Book Girls Who Told You That https://amzn.to/4qPxr8D Patriot Mobile. As someone who cares deeply about faith, freedom, and supporting companies that align with our values, They’re America’s only Christian conservative wireless provider and they give back to organizations that support religious freedom, free speech and our veterans and first responders.
⏱️ Episode Breakdown & Timestamps00:00 – Introduction to Today’s Episode
Lauren introduces Laura Boyd and the themes of redemption, recovery, and hope.01:28 – Laura’s Redemption Story Begins
Laura shares her early struggles and the road that led to addiction.02:23 – Overcoming Addiction & Finding Sobriety
Walking through alcoholism, surrender, and the decision to pursue recovery.05:12 – Founding Ruth’s Redemption Project
How Laura turned her pain into purpose by helping other women find freedom.07:50 – Navigating Family, Relationships & Single Motherhood
The impact of addiction and healing on family dynamics.09:05 – Embracing Faith, Mentorship & Community
Why faith and accountability are essential in lasting transformation.19:16 – Becoming an Author & Using Her Voice to Help Others
The story behind Girl Who Told You That and Laura’s calling to speak out.23:44 – Final Encouragement & Hope for the Listener
A powerful word for anyone walking through addiction, loss, or fear.
Key Takeaways
- Addiction and homelessness do not define your future
- Faith and community are essential to lasting healing
- God can redeem even the most broken seasons
- Your story can become a lifeline for someone else
Contact Laura:Website https://www.ruthsredemptionproject.org/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61561006496448Book Girls Who Told You That https://amzn.to/4qPxr8D Patriot Mobile. As someone who cares deeply about faith, freedom, and supporting companies that align with our values, They’re America’s only Christian conservative wireless provider and they give back to organizations that support religious freedom, free speech and our veterans and first responders.