# Steve Rotermund: From Trauma to Transformation, Identity in Christ & Addiction Recovery | Amb. Elisha

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Podcast: [The Elisha Show: Purpose Driven Life & Mastery](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-elisha-show-purpose-driven-life-emotional-intelligence-4245652)
Published: 2026-06-15T20:17:36+00:00
Episode link: https://TheElishaShow.podbean.com/e/steve-rotermund-from-trauma-to-transformation-identity-in-christ-addiction-recovery-amb-elisha/
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Duration seconds: 1288

## Resource

What happens when childhood trauma, addiction, shame, and broken relationships collide with God's healing power? In this inspiring episode, Steve Rotermund shares his powerful journey from abandonment, childhood trauma, and years of emotional pain to discovering true freedom, healing, and identity in Christ. As a former pastor whose family was deeply impacted by addiction, Steve opens up about codependency, biblical boundaries, spiritual transformation, and the life-changing lessons that helped him find hope again. You'll learn: • How childhood trauma can impact adult relationships • The signs and dangers of codependency • What healthy biblical boundaries look like • How to find your identity and worth in Christ • Practical hope for families affected by addiction • The vision behind Steve's healing community • Insights from his book, God's Imperfect Plan If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction, unhealthy relationship patterns, emotional wounds, or a loss of identity, this conversation will encourage you with practical wisdom, faith-filled insights, and a message of hope. Reach Steve: https://funnel.walkrightcommunity.com/landingpage Join my membership: https://www.patreon.com/14825901/join Be my guest via #PodMatch here: https://www.podmatch.com/member/Theelishashow

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