Have you ever felt trapped in codependency, lost in the chaos of addiction, or consumed by grief after a broken relationship? In this powerful episode of Faith Over Addiction, host Tanya Gioia sits down with Debbie Howell to explore the transformative power of faith, prayer, and Scripture in reclaiming identity and healing from emotional wounds.

Debbie shares her personal journey of being married to an addict for 33 years, how she broke free from codependency by setting biblical boundaries, and the deep healing she found in worship. She also opens up about navigating grief after divorce, using God's Word as a lifeline, and how ministering to others helped her rediscover joy. If you're struggling with unhealthy cycles, loneliness, or loss, this episode will equip you with practical steps and biblical wisdom to walk toward freedom.

About Our Guest – Debbie Howell:

Debbie Howell is a devoted Christian leader, worship minister, and prayer warrior. Having walked through the struggles of addiction in marriage and the heartbreak of divorce, she now helps others find freedom and healing through faith, Scripture, and worship. Her mission is to equip women with biblical truth to break free from emotional pain and rediscover joy in Christ.

Resources Mentioned:

• Boundaries by Dr. Henry Cloud – https://www.amazon.com/Boundaries-Cloud-Townsend/dp/0310351804 
• 7 Things You Should Never Go Back To by Dr. Henry Cloud - https://www.amazon.com/Never-Back-Dr-Henry-Cloud/dp/1451669313 
• Connect with Debbie Howell: https://debbielutherhowell.com/ 

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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