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 worshiping them. In This Episode 0:00 – Relational wholeness introduction and personal journey 2:35 – Overview of relationships in society 6:47 – Sin’s effects 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 Resources Mentioned When People Are Big and God Is Small by Ed Welch Friend-ish: Reclaiming Real Friendship in a Culture of Confusion by Kelly Needham Toxic Relationships: Taking Refuge in Christ by Ellen Mary Dykas Jesus and Your Unwanted Journey by Ellen Mary Dykas SIGN UP for one of our newsletters to stay informed about TGC’s latest resources. Help The Gospel Coalition renew and unify the contemporary church in the ancient gospel: Give today. Don’t miss an episode of The Gospel Coalition Podcast: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube