From Addiction to a Miracle: Alexis Lackey’s Life-Changing Prayer

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Alexis Lackey is a wife, mother of three, author, and speaker who shares a powerful testimony of faith and transformation.

After battling alcoholism and experiencing the devastating effects of addiction on her life and family, Alexis encountered what she describes as a life-changing moment of surrender that led to complete healing.

She is the author of Changed Forever: My Life Altering Prayer, a deeply personal account of her journey from brokenness to restoration.

Today, Alexis is passionate about helping others find hope, healing, and purpose through faith. Her story is currently being developed into a major motion picture, expanding her mission to reach even more people around the world.

In this episode, Ed Squire sits down with Alexis Lackey, author of Changed Forever: My Life Altering Prayer, to share a powerful and deeply personal story of addiction, brokenness, and transformation.

What once appeared to be a stable and happy life slowly unraveled as Alexis struggled with loneliness, unresolved pain, and a growing dependence on alcohol. What began as occasional drinking quickly escalated into addiction—leading to DUIs, jail time, and a complete loss of control.

Despite seeking help through traditional recovery methods, Alexis found herself unable to break free.

Until one night of complete surrender.

In a moment of desperation, she cried out to God—and what happened next changed her life forever.

Alexis shares how she woke up the next morning with no desire for alcohol, no withdrawal symptoms, and a peace she had never experienced before.

This episode is a raw and honest look at addiction, faith, identity, and what it means to experience true transformation.

We talk about

  • How addiction can take hold faster than expected

  • The hidden pain behind a “perfect” life

  • The progression from casual drinking to dependency

  • The impact of addiction on marriage and family

  • Failed attempts at recovery and treatment

  • Rock bottom moments and loss of identity

  • The night Alexis surrendered everything to God

  • Waking up free from addiction

  • Rebuilding relationships and restoring trust

  • Living with purpose after transformation

Her raw, unfiltered story of addiction, brokenness, and a moment she says completely transformed her life.

New episodes every week. Real stories. Real transformation.

Alexis Lackey

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