When we think about addiction, we often focus on the person struggling with it. But what happens when addiction impacts an entire family?

In this episode, I sit down with Jennifer Chase to discuss her journey through addiction, recovery, and the unexpected ways both affected the people she loves most.

Growing up in an alcoholic and abusive home, Jennifer made a promise to herself that she would never become an alcoholic like her father. She kept that promise. But as she shares in our conversation, addiction doesn't always arrive in the form we expect.

Together, we discuss the realities of opiate addiction, the role family dynamics can play in both addiction and recovery, the difficult lessons surrounding enabling behaviors, and what it looks like to establish healthier boundaries with loved ones who are struggling.

One of the things that stood out to me most during this conversation was realizing that recovery is not just about the person overcoming addiction. It often requires an entire family to learn a new rhythm after years of dysfunction, pain, and unhealthy patterns.

Whether you are battling addiction yourself, walking alongside someone who is, or living with the aftermath of a loved one's addiction, my hope is that this conversation encourages you, challenges you, and reminds you that healing is possible.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Growing up in an abusive and alcoholic household
• Why Jennifer vowed never to become an alcoholic
• How opiate addiction entered her life instead
• The impact addiction had on her marriage and children
• Recognizing and addressing enabling behaviors
• Supporting a loved one without enabling them
• How recovery affects the entire family
• Learning a new family rhythm after addiction
• Finding hope and healing through recovery
• Jennifer's work helping others through addiction treatment and recovery

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When I first sat down with Tiffany Brearton, I expected to hear the testimony of a woman who had left the adult entertainment industry behind.

What I didn't expect was how much this conversation would challenge my own assumptions.

As someone who spent years trapped in pornography addiction, I thought I understood the darkness of the adult industry. But Tiffany helped me see aspects of it that I had either overlooked or never fully considered. Through her firsthand experience as a former stripper, she shares how she entered the industry, what life was really like behind the scenes, how God rescued her, and why she now speaks out about the realities many people never see.

This is not an easy conversation, but it is an important one.

Whether you have personally struggled with pornography, know someone who works in the adult industry, or simply want to better understand the realities behind an industry that affects millions of lives, I pray this discussion challenges you, encourages you, and reminds you that no one is beyond the reach of God's grace.

Thank you for listening.

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I tried prayer, willpower, and accountability to overcome porn addiction. Here's what God showed me about lasting freedom.

I'm Ana Murby, and today on this minisode, we will discuss what it really takes to get to the recovery process of your addiction sobriety journey.

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Do you struggle to talk about sex and porn with your child? Many parents do.

Sexuality is part of life; God created sex and said it was good. Because of that truth, this topic shouldn't be awkward for us to discuss with our children. So why is it? Sin has perverted it.

This generation is inundated with sexual content everywhere. We need to be ready to have these tough conversations with them because if we don't, the world will.

In this episode, I’m joined by Porn Recovery Coach Chris Rogers to discuss the root of why we engage in the sexual behaviors we do. He shares helpful tips, practices, and anecdotes to break down the embarrassment parents feel about this topic.

His expertise is helping teen boys understand the difference between lust and healthy sexual desire. He also offers a program that helps parents learn how to have healthy, open conversations about sex.

No matter your life circumstance, by the end, you’ll feel encouraged and better equipped to approach this topic with more confidence.

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Why do we keep repeating the behaviors we hate?

In this minisode of Honest Christian Conversations, I walk through the cycle of repeated sin and addictive behavior, exploring how triggers, habits, guilt, and shame can quietly keep us in bondage for years.

Drawing from Romans 7:15–20 and my own testimony of overcoming a pornography addiction, I share practical reflections on:

• Understanding triggers and behavioral patterns
• Why repeated habits shape our desires and worldview
• The difference between conviction and condemnation
• How guilt and shame keep us trapped in unhealthy cycles
• Why identity in Christ matters in overcoming repeated sin
• Learning to take healing one day and one behavior at a time

This episode is not about pretending to have life perfectly together. It’s about honestly confronting the cycles we hate, understanding why they happen, and learning how to walk toward freedom in Christ.

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If you love someone struggling with addiction, you may feel stuck trying to fix, control, or carry what was never yours to hold.

In this episode of Honest Christian Conversations, I talk with Steve Rotermund about codependency and addiction—and how it can quietly destroy families. Steve shares his story of walking through his wife’s addiction, 13 years of codependency, and the impact on his marriage, children, and faith.

This conversation looks at addiction from a different angle, not just the person struggling, but those living in the middle of it.

We discuss what codependency really is, how it shows up in everyday life, and why trying to “fix” someone else can lead to deeper brokenness.

If you’ve ever felt responsible for someone else’s emotions or choices, this episode will help you.

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In this minisode of Honest Christian Conversations, I’m talking about something most people never think to call addiction: the hidden patterns that don't seem that harmful on the outside. From control and perfectionism to people-pleasing and the pursuit of validation, some of the habits we excuse can quietly take hold of our hearts.

In this episode, I open up about my own struggle with control, how hidden patterns can form without us realizing it, and why addiction is often more subtle than we think.

You’ll also hear practical self-reflection questions to help you uncover what may be driving your habits, along with encouragement for how to begin walking in freedom without shame.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in people-pleasing, emotional dependence, perfectionism, or hidden habits you can’t quite explain, this episode is for you.

In this episode:
• Hidden addiction signs most people miss
• The connection between control, validation, and emotional dependency
• Why people-pleasing can become addictive
• Practical questions to help you identify unhealthy patterns
• How to begin breaking free through honesty, repentance, and truth

Want to go deeper?
Check out my conversation with Steve Ward of STEPS Ministries, where we unpack subtle addictions and why uncovering your “why” matters.

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Binge-watching, sugar cravings, people-pleasing, control, work—when does a habit become an addiction?

In this episode of Honest Christian Conversations, I talk with Steve Ward, founder of Steps Ministries, about high-functioning addiction, compulsive habits, and the hidden “chains” that can quietly shape our lives.

From alcohol and porn addiction to everyday coping patterns, we explore how addiction forms in both the brain and the heart, how to recognize the true cost of unhealthy habits, and how to begin the journey of addiction recovery without shame.

You’ll walk away with practical insight, encouragement, and clear next steps toward healing, community, and freedom in Christ.

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Why am I changing Honest Christian Conversations?

In this episode, I’m sharing the heart behind some important shifts happening to the podcast and how God has been reshaping my understanding of Christian discernment, leadership, and direction over the past season.

Season 6 stretched me in ways I didn’t expect. Stepping outside my comfort zone, hosting conversations with people who think differently, and navigating uncomfortable topics didn’t just challenge listeners; it changed me.

What began as an experiment in dialogue became a deeper lesson in humility, critical thinking, and trusting God with the outcome.

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What does it really mean to be the hands and feet of Jesus?

Many Christians want to share the gospel but feel unsure where to start. In this minisode of Honest Christian Conversations, we talk about what it looks like to live out our faith in everyday life—through simple acts of love, courage, and obedience to Christ.

Sharing the good news isn’t always about having the perfect words or a dramatic moment. Often, it begins with being willing to show compassion, speak truth with gentleness, and allow God to use ordinary moments to point people toward Jesus.

In this short reflection, we explore how believers can step forward in faith and represent Christ in their daily interactions with others.

If you’ve ever wondered how to share your faith in a natural and authentic way, this conversation is for you.

Listen to How To Share the Gospel Without Fear: Practical Tips for Christians

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