When Good Things Become Gods

Charlie Davis | 6/15/25 |

Ever feel like you're stuck in a cycle you can't break? Whether it's your phone, work, food, or something deeper - we all have that "one more cookie" moment. This honest conversation from Pastor Charlie explores why we get trapped, what's really driving our behaviors, and how to find genuine freedom. Using a beloved children's story as a starting point, we dive into the heart of what makes us human and how real change happens. 0:00 The Cookie Story That Changes Everything 3:45 Beyond the "Big" Addictions - What Really Controls Us 8:20 The Hunger Behind Every Addiction 12:30 "I Have It Under Control" - The Lies We Tell Ourselves 18:45 Why Isolation Makes Everything Worse 23:10 The "Harmless" Addictions Destroying Relationships 28:30 Breaking the Cycle - Real Freedom is Possible 33:00 The Power of Community in Healing