What happens when addiction takes everything—and God still calls you back?

In this powerful episode, Christine sits down with Katina Anagnostakis, who shares her raw and redemptive journey through drug use, gambling addiction, and devastating loss—including gambling away nearly $1 million in just three years.

But Katina’s story doesn’t end in destruction. Through recovery, the 12 steps, and a renewed relationship with Jesus, she discovered that addiction isn’t just about behavior—it’s about the deeper question: “Why am I not enough?” Now mentoring dozens of women in recovery, Katina reveals how God uses brokenness to build purpose—and how true healing begins with honesty, surrender, and identity in Christ.

This conversation dives deep into:

• The real root of addiction (it’s not what you think)
• How the 12 steps align with biblical truth
• Why identity matters in mental health and recovery
• How to move from shame to freedom
• What true healing in Christ actually looks like

00:00 Why “I’m Not Enough” Started It All
00:07 Early Addiction & Belonging
00:24 Divorce & Relapse
00:27 The First Jackpot (How Gambling Took Over)
00:30 Losing $1 Million in 3 Years
00:33 Rock Bottom Moment
00:34 Entering Treatment
00:36 The Truth About the 12 Steps
00:50 The Moment God Changed Everything
01:03 From Addiction to Ministry
01:06 Identity in Christ
01:10 Faith in Suffering

Connect with Katina on:

· Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Awaken-Rhema-Coaching/61565049081931/

· Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awakenrhemacoaching