From Addiction and Shame to Radically Restored with Stephen McWhirter- Episode 1087
From Addiction and Shame to Radically Restored with Stephen McWhirter- Episode 1087  
Podcast: That Sounds Fun with Annie F. Downs
Published On: Mon Sep 28 2026
Description: Stephen McWhirter is here today and we’re talking about what it looks like to worship even when shame is telling you that you don’t belong in the room. Stephen has a story of radical restoration. He went from hating Jesus, battling addiction, and feeling completely beyond saving to becoming a worship leader, songwriter, and someone who now gets to tell people all over the world that Jesus is real. He’s also the author of Radically Restored and the songwriter behind a song you probably hear often: “Come Jesus Come.” I think Stephen’s story is going to remind you that worship isn’t something we earn the right to do. It’s a response to the grace we’ve already been given.  Find the show notes here . . . . Order your copy of Don’t Let That Hold You Back wherever you love to buy books! . . . . Thank you to our sponsors:  Thrive Causemetics: Go to thrivecausemetics.com/TSF for an exclusive offer of 20% off your first order. BetterHelp: Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com/thatsoundsfun. The Subtext Podcast: Search for The Subtext wherever you get your podcasts. Helix: Go to helixsleep.com/thatsoundsfun for 20% off sitewide. Daily Look: Head to DailyLook.com to take your style quiz and use code THATSOUNDSFUN for 50% off your first order. SEEDS: Download the free SEEDS app and take one small step today: plant your first seed and see what God can grow. Hearing Jesus: Visit rachaelgroll.com/book to explore the book, download free resources, and get your copy of Hearing Jesus.  Boll and Branch: Get 15% off your first order plus free shipping at BollAndBranch.com/thatsoundsfun with code thatsoundsfun. NYTimes bestselling Christian author, speaker, and host of popular Christian podcast, That Sounds Fun Podcast, Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, entertainers not to miss, and interviews with friends.  Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices