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In Week 4 of our 6-part series walking through Love Life Sober: A 40 Day Alcohol Fast, we’re diving into Days 22–27—a powerful stretch of the fast that explores identity, grief, breaking generational cycles, and some surprising truths about alcohol, anxiety, and even biblical wine.

Whether you’re navigating this fast in real time or simply curious about how a 40-day alcohol break can deepen your faith, this episode offers honest stories, practical tools, and fresh encouragement for the journey.

📘 This week covers:

💔 Day 22: Grieving Your Old Self
Letting go of false identities and the “party girl” past can bring grief—but also space for God to reveal who you really are.

🕊️ Day 23: The Truth About Taste
If you think you’ll never stop loving the taste of wine, think again. We unpack the neuroscience behind cravings and how taste buds (and hearts) truly change.

🌱 Day 24: The Joy of Leading by Example
Are you the first in your family or friend group to take a break from drinking? You’re not alone, and your obedience could ripple out further than you think.

🍷 Day 25: Jesus and Wine
Did Jesus really drink wine? And what does that mean for us today? We go behind the scenes on how this chapter (and podcast!) came to be.

🌈 Day 26: The Science of Joy
Alcohol hijacks our dopamine—and with it, our joy. We explore how your brain rewires and joy returns in sobriety.

⚠️ Day 27: Alcohol and Anxiety
Is alcohol easing your anxiety—or fueling it? We share stories, science, and hope for anyone stuck in the stress-drink-repeat cycle.

💌 Resources & Links:

📣 Join the September 40 Day Fast
We start September 8! Walk through the fast with coaching, community, and daily encouragement. Sign up here

🎙️Past episodes mentioned:

• How Alcohol Hijacks Our Mental Health with William Porter

📖 Order your copy of Love Life Sober: A 40 Day Alcohol Fast to Rediscover Your Joy, Improve Your Health, and Renew Your Mind

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The creators, hosts, and producers of the But Jesus Drank Wine podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, psychological or professional advice nor do they intend for the podcast, any communication on behalf of BJDW or otherwise to be a substitute for such. Additionally, the views and opinions expressed in any mention of and/or linked resources are those of the authors/owners of those resources and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the But Jesus Drank Wine podcast team or guests of the show.

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Sign up for the September 40 Day Fast here: https://butjesusdrankwine.myflodesk.com/septemberfast

In Week 3 of our 6-part Monday series walking through Love Life Sober: A 40 Day Alcohol Fast, we're diving into Days 14–21—and this episode is rich with practical tools, mindset shifts, and grace-filled encouragement to support your alcohol-free journey.

Whether you're mid-fast, gearing up for September’s live-coached fast, or simply sober-curious, these reflections and real-life stories will help you renew your mind and stay the course.

📘 This week covers:

🧁 Day 14: Navigating Sugar Cravings
Why sugar hits so hard in early sobriety—and how to give yourself grace while blood sugar and dopamine rebalance.

🧠 Day 15: Exploring Alcohol Use Models
Disease model? Learning model? Self-medication? Understanding different frameworks can help you name your story—and start changing it.

😴 Day 16: Sleep and Sobriety
We share how sobriety gave her the best sleep of her life (and why that matters more than we think).

😬 Day 17: “It’s Not About You, It’s About Them”
What to do when others make your not-drinking... about them. Yep, we've been there.

🛑 Day 18: Setting Boundaries
How to say no without guilt—and protect your peace as you walk this path.

💃 Day 19: Joyful Movement
From walks to Pilates, we explore how movement that feels good (not punishing) can become a new form of self-care.

🙏 Day 20: The Power of Gratitude
More than just a good habit—gratitude can rewire your brain and realign your heart with God.

🕊️ Day 21: Redefining Self-Care
It’s not bubble baths. It’s becoming the kind of woman who regularly returns to God for rest and renewal.

💌 Resources & Links:

📣 Join the September 40 Day Fast
Registration is open now for the next live-coached 40 Day Alcohol Fast starting September 8! Walk through the fast in real time with coaching, community, and the support you need to finish strong.
👉 Sign up here

🎙️Past episodes mentioned:

• What Do I Tell My Girlfriends If I’m Not Drinking?

📖 Order your copy of Love Life Sober: A 40 Day Alcohol Fast to Rediscover Your Joy, Improve Your Health, and Renew Your Mind

🤝 Join our community: https://butjesusdrankwine.com/community

📲 Connect on Instagram: @butjesusdrankwine

🎥 We’re on YouTube too—come hang out!

The creators, hosts, and producers of the But Jesus Drank Wine podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, psychological or professional advice nor do they intend for the podcast, any communication on behalf of BJDW or otherwise to be a substitute for such. Additionally, the views and opinions expressed in any mention of and/or linked resources are those of the authors/owners of those resources and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the But Jesus Drank Wine podcast team or guests of the show.

Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Sign up for the September 40 Day Fast here: https://butjesusdrankwine.myflodesk.com/septemberfast

In Week 2 of our 6-part Monday series walking through Love Life Sober: A 40 Day Alcohol Fast, we’re diving into Days 8–13—a powerful stretch focused on mindset, identity, and learning to renew your mind in Christ.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in your thoughts, trapped by unhelpful labels, or frustrated that willpower isn’t cutting it, this week is for you. We explore the truth behind the stories we tell ourselves—and how taking your thoughts captive, anchoring your identity in Jesus, and learning to recognize your triggers can begin to shift everything.

Whether you're mid-fast, just getting started, or preparing for September’s live-coached fast, these insights will help you move from shame to self-awareness, and from self-effort to spiritual renewal.

📘 This week covers:

🧠 Day 8: Take Every Thought Captive
How metacognition (thinking about your thinking) helps you stop letting lies lead—and start aligning your thoughts with God’s truth.

🏷️ Day 9: Ditching the Label
Why you don’t need to call yourself an “alcoholic” to pursue freedom—and how unhelpful labels can limit what God wants to do.

⚠️ Day 10: The Willpower Trap
Willpower runs out. Good news: Jesus doesn’t. Why grace, habit change, and identity work better.

🙏 Day 11: Prime with Prayer
How prayer can move beyond performance and become your lifeline for connection, comfort, and clarity.

🔁 Day 12: Understanding Triggers and Habits
What’s really happening underneath your urges to drink—and how to respond with wisdom, not autopilot.

🚫 Day 13: Overcome the Urge to Drink
The HALT tool (Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired) and other tactical ways to pause and reset when cravings strike.

💌 Resources & Links:

📣 Join the September 40 Day Fast
Registration is open now for the next live-coached 40 Day Alcohol Fast starting September 8! Walk through the fast in real time with coaching, community, and the support you need to finish strong.
👉 Sign up here

📖 Order your copy of Love Life Sober: A 40 Day Alcohol Fast to Rediscover Your Joy, Improve Your Health, and Renew Your Mind

🤝 Join our community: https://butjesusdrankwine.com/community

📲 Connect on Instagram: @butjesusdrankwine

You can find this episode on YouTube HERE.

The creators, hosts, and producers of the But Jesus Drank Wine podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, psychological or professional advice nor do they intend for the podcast, any communication on behalf of BJDW or otherwise to be a substitute for such. Additionally, the views and opinions expressed in any mention of and/or linked resources are those of the authors/owners of those resources and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the But Jesus Drank Wine podcast team or guests of the show.

Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.