Yes, this episode is a little long, but we hope it will help you better understand and get a picture of what Step Seven Ministries has begun in the western district of Bundbugyo in Uganda, Africa. 

Since early 2023, when discussions began between Ron Gladden and Pastor Tom about how Step Seven can help Ourganda with the domestic violence problem, to the latest mission with PT, Shane and Mike, listen in on how Jesus is carrying the mission forward in powerful ways in Africa! 

This is just the beginning of a new movement of sobriety and recovery with healing as Jesus, through Step Seven and two very special local leaders, Justine and Robert, reaches into some of the hundreds of remote jungle villages.

To keep up with the latest developments and for ways to help continue to bring this message to the world visit our website and click on the Mission tab. 

Step 6 is a pivotal step in a person's growth and recovery. It's here where Jesus isn't just another higher power, but Lord and Savior. 

Step 6: 

We came to accept him as our Lord and Savior. 

"You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” - John 8:32

Step 5 is where the deeper discipleship goes. This happens over time. In fact, the rest of the man's life! 

Step 5: 

We sought through prayer, study and our small group his healing gospel truth. 

"But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be provided for you. " - Matthew 6:33 

With Step 4, the man in recovery starts to get more serious about his discipleship journey. 

Step 4:

We prayerfully asked him to take away the desire to continue in this activity that separates us from him. 

"Don’t worry about anything, but in everything, through prayer and petition with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." - Philippians 4:6

In this special episode, the story and rescue of Shannon, a young lady I have known for a few months now, you will hear how God moved on not one but 2 generations to find recovery and destiny from a life of addiction and hopelessness.

The theme for this special episode is Zephaniah 3:20 - At that time I will gather you; at that time I will bring you home. 

In this episode, we move on next to the solution to the problem presented in steps 1 and 2 - our sin.

Step 3: We CONSIDERED accepting Jesus as our Higher Power

“That if you confess with your mouth, Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.” –Romans 10:9

In this conversation about step 2, we talk about the importance of the word "consider" among other things. 

Here is the step:

We CONSIDERED the fact that it might be the sin in our lives that caused this lack of freedom. 

"I tell you the truth. Everyone who sins is a slave to sin." –John 8:34

In the first of our episodes on the steps, we talk about the power of perspective when it comes to recognizing our place. Only then can we make a move away from the prison we built. 

Step 1: We recognized that our lives had become a prison. 

"For a man is a slave to whatever has mastered him." - 2 Peter 2:19

In this inaugural episode of our new format, listen in on how PT decided on and wrote the mission and vision of Step Seven Ministries. 

This is a special episode. I sat with none other than Pastor Tom himself. Both for him to share his story and the origins of Step Seven Ministries. They are very much intertwined,  as you will hear. 

Enjoy this conversation and testimony to God's grace through the life of Tom Roth, founder of Step Seven Ministries. 

Here is another update on a brother who has fully submitted himself to God's will and movement in his life.  We talked much about that and how Shane fully gave up his business to God and then watched as God allowed him to shift into another form of ministry. 

This episode is a special one, where you will hear what's been going on with Ben, one of the first interviewed for this podcast. God has been at work in some mighty ways in his life, including having met Michelle!

Met Phil. From a life on the gang-infested streets of Denver to a Step Seven Ministries sober living home, his story reveals more of the life-transforming power of Jesus. Phil became a leader in the best sense of the word. 

You will enjoy this powerful story of transformation where Rob "Bobby" goes from dealing with a traumatic event trying to cope with alcohol to a follower of Jesus and...married! This episode features a bonus you won't want to miss! 

Bryon, while young, has seen much in his life. His addiction was nearly complete as he hit his rock bottom, but Jesus met him, even there, and began to show him a better way.

In this latest episode and story, you might find that Sean's story offers one of the more striking contrasts between life before and life after finding Step Seven Ministries, and especially Jesus as his Higher Power. 

Another great conversation, this time with Nick. His transformation helped bring peace to his marriage and show those he loves how Jesus transforms, even after trying so many other times. Enjoy!  

Brett's story definitely includes his bride, who not only gave him more chances but believed in him. While we don't include her side of the story (yet), you will hear how Brett's journey of transformation to recovery has helped him, his family, and others. 

Meet Joe on this episode. From bad choices to the best one, he shares his transformation from selling drugs, prison, and finally to finding Step Seven Ministries.  

Meet Jeremy. He's a guy who stepped into leadership and blesses more and more of his brothers with his servant heart! 

Russ is, like me, one of the "old guys" who's been around Step Seven Ministries a while. You will enjoy his story of recovery and the wisdom gained from many years into his recovery. 

Shane's story covers a lot ground, from his early life to conversion to being a Christ-follower. Today, Shane is able to help other men through his business. 

You're going to love hearing Ben's story of deliverance from addiction to a life of transformation and leadership. 

You will love Justin's story of transformation, especially what he shares toward the end.