When the Desire for Alcohol Left
“Into thy hands, Mary, I commend the body and soul.”
– Deliverance Prayers: For Use by the Laity by Fr. Chad Ripperger
What if the struggle you’ve carried for years—the one that feels woven into your daily life—could simply… disappear? Not through sheer willpower, not through another plan or program, but through a real and personal encounter with Jesus Christ. If you’ve ever felt stuck in patterns with alcohol, food, or habits you can’t seem to break, this episode will speak directly to your heart. There is a kind of freedom that goes beyond human effort—and it may be closer than you think.
In this powerful and deeply personal episode of The Delay and Pray Podcast, Beth sits down with her guest Betsey to share something extraordinary: the moment when their desire for alcohol completely left. What makes this conversation so compelling is not just the outcome, but the journey—marked by prayer, surrender, fasting, and a willingness to let God move. Together, they unpack how these signal graces unfolded in their lives, the role of Eucharistic Adoration, devotion to the Rosary, and the influence of the Blessed Mother through Marian apparitions. This is not a story of self-discipline alone—it is a testimony of divine intervention.
Through Betsey’s story, listeners will hear how ordinary routines—like Friday nights with wine—were transformed by an unexpected grace that changed everything. This episode explores the spiritual principles behind Delay and Pray, the power of fasting on Wednesdays and Fridays, and the importance of asking God directly for the desires of your heart. It closes with a powerful reminder: this kind of detachment, healing, and freedom is not reserved for a few—it is available to you, too.
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