Ep 089: Matt Richardson on Addiction, Identity & Rebuilding Your Life in Christ

What happens when you lose everything — your identity, your direction, and even your sense of control?In this episode, Matt Richardson shares his raw and powerful journey through addiction, identity struggles, and ultimately finding true freedom in Jesus Christ.Raised in a strong, faith-filled home, Matt had a solid foundation — but still found himself battling deep internal challenges. From early identity struggles and same-sex attraction, to injuries that ended his athletic path, to years of addiction and destructive behaviors… his life slowly unraveled.Even after serving a mission and experiencing powerful spiritual moments, he fell back into old patterns — eventually leading to divorce, depression, and feeling like he had lost everything.But that breaking point became the turning point.Through intentional repentance, addiction recovery, and choosing to build a personal relationship with Christ, Matt began to rebuild his life from the ground up.He shares what it really means to:* Lose your agency to addiction — and take it back* Stop outsourcing your faith and make it personal* Shift your identity from what you do… to who you are in ChristToday, Matt helps others do the same — guiding people out of addiction and into clarity, freedom, and purpose.His message is clear: God is always giving. But we have to choose to receive.Looking for Christ-centered coaching, DM Matt on Instagram @mattrichardson_podcast for more information.🎧 Listen to the full episode now⭐️ Follow the podcast for more real, faith-filled conversations💬 Share this with someone who needs hope and a fresh start#MattRichardson #AddictionRecovery #FaithInChrist #IdentityInChrist #ChristianPodcast #HealingJourney #BreakFree #RecognizeHisHand #MensMentalHealth #HopeAndHealing