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    Helping Your Loved One Find Freedom from Addiction

    Aug 18 2023
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    Helping Your Loved One Find Freedom from Addiction

    Date: Aug 18, 2023

    Guests: Victor Torres

    When addiction steps in, your family may be turned upside down. In this compelling interview, Victor Torres shares his dramatic story of growing up on the streets of New York City as a gang member and a heroin addict and how God intervened to change his life. He’ll identify some signs of substance abuse and offer some first steps toward hope and healing for your addicted loved one.

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