In this powerful episode of Faith Over Addiction, host Tanya Gioia sits down with Steve Rotermund, author of "God's Imperfect Plan is Perfect," for an honest and transformative conversation about codependency, addiction, and finding true identity in Christ.

Steve's story breaks the mold of typical addiction narratives—as a husband, father of seven, and pastor, he faced 13 years of his wife's prescription drug addiction while grappling with his own codependency. What makes Steve's testimony particularly compelling is his willingness to share the often-unheard male perspective on loving someone with addiction, as well as his own journey of walking away from God in anger before finding profound healing and restoration.

Through candid discussion, Steve reveals how childhood trauma, including abandonment and sexual abuse, shaped his codependent patterns. He shares the pivotal moment when a counselor told him after just 15 minutes: "You have codependency. You're part of the problem"—a truth that initially enraged him but ultimately set him on a path to freedom.

This episode offers hope and practical wisdom for anyone caught in the exhausting cycle of trying to "fix" someone they love, those struggling with their own identity, or anyone who has ever felt that God's plan for their life has gone terribly wrong. Steve's message is clear: God's imperfect plan is actually perfect, and true transformation comes not from behavior modification but from discovering your identity in Christ.

Key Points:

• Codependency Exposed
• The Addiction to Chaos
• Wrestling With God
• Identity in Christ as the Turning Point
• Healing Childhood Trauma Through Jesus
• Beyond Behavior Modification

Resources & Links:

• Website: https://www.walkrightministries.com/
• Book: "God's Imperfect Plan is Perfect" by Steve Rotermund - https://amzn.in/d/7i9CykC

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Are you caught in the chaos of addiction, constantly cleaning up emotional, spiritual, and physical messes that aren't yours? Welcome to Faith Over Addiction, where faith meets real life. Hosted by Family Recovery Coach Tanya Gioia, this podcast is designed to offer Christian women hope, healing, and practical tools to navigate the challenges of loving someone with addiction.

Through biblical truths, heartfelt stories, and actionable guidance, you’ll learn how to set healthy boundaries, find peace in the mess, and reclaim your God-given identity. You don’t have to carry what was never meant to be yours. It’s time to shift from “this is happening to me” to “this is happening for me,” and let God transform the chaos into something that glorifies Him.

Every week, I’m here to encourage you, offer clarity, and remind you that as a daughter of the King, You Always Have Other Options (YAHOO). Together, we’ll embrace faith as the foundation, boundaries as the bridge to healing, and God’s truth as the ultimate guide to freedom, strength, and grace.

Blessings,

Tanya Gioia 🌸

🎵 Music Credit:

Track: Luz Solart

Artist: Luna Cantina

Album: Luz Solart

Released: 2024