Addict to Pastor: One Man’s Journey to Grace and Purpose

On this deeply moving episode of Faith Over Addiction, host Tanya Gioia welcomes Bill LaMorey, whose extraordinary journey from heroin addiction to becoming a pastor and author offers hope, healing, and powerful lessons in redemption. Bill shares how his mother’s courageous decision to set loving but firm boundaries became a turning point in his life—and how connection, not rejection, helped lay the groundwork for lasting recovery.Bill recounts his spiritual awakening at Calvary House, a Christian recovery program he once got kicked out of multiple times before eventually leading it as director. He also discusses the emotional and spiritual healing needed beyond sobriety, the role of forgiveness, and how families can support a loved one without enabling them.Whether you're navigating addiction yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode offers raw insight, biblical encouragement, and practical tools—including how to form a support team, set boundaries with love, and break the shame cycle through vulnerability and faith. Learn more about Bill and his book The Rest of the Man’s Show at http://restofthemansshow.com/ Get the Preface and Introduction to Bill's book, The Rest of the Man's Show, for FREE : https://bill-lamorey.kit.com/28ed6e3dbb Or just grab the book from Amazon: https://a.co/d/a2TOT0kFree Gfit : Get this free list of Christian affirmations that spell out who you are in God – actual in God’s own words. Repeat these biblical affirmations and replace these truths with the lies currently in your head! - https://www.tanyagioia.com/affirmations 👋🏼 GET IN TOUCH💻 Website - www.tanyagioia.com📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/soberon_purpose/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/tanya.gioia.9/🎧 LISTEN FOR FREEApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/faith-over-addiction-for-christian-women-navigating/id1438258805Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7vDIdU0qejEuoPI2R3szpHRSS - https://podcasts.helloaudio.fm/podcast/2fbb497f-9ffc-4d8a-802b-c862437fb6ee/8V4vMD8N9v🙏 LEAVE A REVIEWIf this episode spoke to you, please leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help others find the show! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/faith-over-addiction-for-christian-women-navigating/id1438258805Are 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 SolartArtist: Luna CantinaAlbum: Luz SolartReleased: 2024