How does someone go from alcoholism, gambling addiction, and a life falling apart... to leading with extraordinary generosity and impacting countless lives?

In this deeply honest conversation, Tony Caterina shares the journey that changed everything.

Tony opens up about growing up without direction, battling addiction, hitting rock bottom at 21, and discovering that freedom wasn't simply about quitting destructive habits—it was about finding Someone greater than his addictions.

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Together, Andy and Tony explore marriage, surrender, hearing God's voice, persistent prayer, and the life-changing decision to eliminate "Plan B." Along the way, Tony reveals how God transformed not only his heart but also his calling, leading him into a life of Kingdom impact through business and generosity.

If you've ever wondered whether God can redeem your story—or if you're praying for someone who feels impossible to reach—this episode will encourage your faith.

In This Episode

  • Addiction, recovery, and hidden struggles
  • The danger of replacing one addiction with another
  • Rebuilding marriage through total commitment
  • The surprising ways God gets our attention
  • The power of praying for loved ones who seem far from God
  • Learning to hear God's voice
  • Discovering purpose after surrender
  • Why breakthrough often begins with a simple prayer: "Help me, Jesus."

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  5. Share this with someone you know who will be challenged and encouraged.

Timestamps

00:00 – Introduction: From addiction to extraordinary generosity
01:19 – Growing up and early addictions
04:22 – Rock bottom and entering rehab
05:36 – Trading alcohol for gambling
08:35 – Success on the outside, brokenness inside
10:51 – Fighting for his daughter and a turning point
12:57 – Church, a Bible, and a new beginning
15:14 – "No Plan B" and rebuilding marriage
16:05 – Gambling returns... one final test
17:47 – The power of a sister's 10 years of prayer
20:44 – Giving his life to Jesus
22:10 – A simple prayer: "Help me, Jesus"
23:24 – Hearing God and losing his job
24:48 – The lessons: No Plan B & embracing the wheelbarrow
26:50 – Learning to hear God's voice
29:30 – Reading Scripture with fresh eyes
31:48 – From disaster relief to Kingdom impact
34:42 – Why Kingdom community matters
36:29 – Final encouragement: Don't do it alone

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