EP# 172: U-Turn for Christ: A Path to Redemption and Renewed Purpose

Good Neighbor Podcast: Tri-Cities

What makes Micahel Sherk with U-Turn For Christ a good neighbor?

What does it take to completely transform a life ravaged by addiction? Michael Sherk knows firsthand. After years in foster care, battles with alcoholism, meth addiction, and standing at death's door, Michael found himself at U-Turn for Christ ministry—a decision that would radically alter his life's trajectory.
As the current assistant overseer of U-Turn for Christ and their thrift store, Michael shares his extraordinary journey from the depths of despair to purposeful living. His story resonates with raw authenticity as he recounts moving through ten different foster homes in ten years, functioning as an alcoholic while hiding depression and anxiety, and finally losing everything to methamphetamine addiction—his job, home, and nearly his life itself.
The power of Michael's testimony lies not just in the depths from which he came, but in the heights to which he's risen. Through U-Turn for Christ's biblically-based program, he discovered that freedom from addiction comes through relationship with Jesus. Now three and a half years into his recovery journey, Michael leads others through the same two-month intensive and eight-month extended program that saved his life, helping men find the tools they need to break free from addiction's chains and thrive in their communities.
Beyond his ministry work, Michael has rediscovered joy in simple pleasures—attending Christian concerts, enjoying friendships built through church, and serving others. His personal mission to help those struggling with similar issues isn't just a job; it's his passion and purpose. As he powerfully states, "The life I live today is nothing compared to the life I lived back in the day. I am a new creation in Christ today."
Want to learn more about U-Turn for Christ's transformative approach or contribute to their mission? Visit their website or contact their Greeneville, Tennessee location to discover how faith-based recovery is changing lives one person at a time.

To learn more about U-Turn For Christ go to:

https://uturn4christtn.com/

U-Turn For Christ

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Chapters

1. Introducing Michael Shirk from U-Turn for Christ (00:00:00)

2. U-Turn's Program for Recovery and Growth (00:00:57)

3. Michael's Personal Journey Through Addiction (00:03:02)

4. Finding Joy Beyond Recovery (00:06:30)

5. Overcoming Life's Hardships (00:08:24)

6. U-Turn's Mission and How to Help (00:10:40)