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Faith Over Addiction | Biblical Idenity and Boundaries for Loving Someone with Addiction

In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Faith Over Addiction, host Tanya Gioia sits down with Debra Mcninch, founder of the Battlecry Prayer Movement, to unpack a story that echoes in the hearts of countless Christian women—especially mothers walking through the heartbreak of prodigal children, identity struggles, or addiction in their families.

Debbie vulnerably shares the moment her "Malibu Barbie Dream House" life was rocked by her child’s unexpected revelation—and how that moment became the catalyst for a bold and prayerful journey. She invites us into her spiritual battle, revealing how love goes to war on its knees and how God’s truth can transform even the most devastating moments.

If you're in the messy middle—confused, heartbroken, and clinging to hope—this episode is a reminder: you are not alone, and God is still writing the story.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• What happened when Debbie’s eldest child came out as transgender—and how God met her there
• How the Battlecry Movement was born out of heartbreak and fierce, Spirit-led love
• Why the Church must break its silence around prodigals and identity crises
• How to release control and trust God’s timeline for your loved one’s transformation
• A practical 5-step Battle Plan to intercede with hope and boldness
• How to identify your “mat carriers”—the ones who’ll carry you to Jesus when you can’t walk

Resources Mentioned:

• Battle Cry: Waging the spiritual battle for your prodigal – Debbie Mcninch’s book -https://www.amazon.com/Battle-Cry-Waging-spiritual-prodigal-ebook/dp/B0DH64YXKW?ref_=ast_author_dp
• Battlecry Prayer Movement Website - https://www.battlecrymoms.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