Relational Wholeness vs. Relational Idolatry [TGC Podcast Ep. 405]

Codependency, dependent personality disorder, toxic relationships—these are popular terms in counseling and psychology, but as Christians, we want to understand how they fit with or overlap the sin patterns we read about in Scripture. In this talk, recorded at TGCW24 Ellen Mary Dykas shows how God’s Word addresses common-to-man temptations. Dykas talks about how to diagnose relational idolatry in our lives, bring real help and healing to those around us, and take steps of faith toward loving people without craving or worshipping them. 📝ON THIS VIDEO: 0:00 – Relational Wholeness Introduction and Personal Journey 2:35 – Overview of Relationships in Society 6:47 – Sin's Impact on Relationships 8:58 – Codependency and Relational Idolatry 14:18 – Biblical Perspective on Codependency 23:27 – Diagnostic Tools for Relational Health 29:27 – Path to Wholeness and Change 41:16 – Practical Steps for Relational Recalibration ——— 🎁 Help The Gospel Coalition build up a renewed church for tomorrow. Let's Build Together: Donate Today at https://tgc.org/together 🎧 Don’t miss an episode of TGC Podcast: ▫ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tgc-podcast/id270128470 ▫ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1iE3aJkf8fJ2FVTvJGFd4h ✅ SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@thegospelcoalition