Codependency & Deception: Why Love-Bombing Feels Good but Leaves You Empty

Conquer Codependency God’s Way

Our spiritual inheritance is a divine gift, but it does not make us immune to the enemy’s schemes. Even the strongest believers can be tempted by bribes that sabotage their birthright—just as warned in Deuteronomy 16:19. In the realm of co-dependency, these bribes often come disguised as love—especially in the form of love-bombing, an overwhelming flood of flattery and affection that momentarily fills our need for validation. But when the illusion fades, we are left feeling empty, unworthy, and heartbroken. In today’s episode of Conquering Codependency God’s Way, we explore: How the story of Jacob & Esau reveals the dangers of trading our God-given inheritance for fleeting comforts. The enemy’s tactics of deception and how they manifest in relationships and codependency. How God’s love provides true resilience, shielding us from the counterfeit validations that lead to heartbreak. Practical steps to break free from the trap of love-bombing and embrace your identity in Christ. God’s love is not a bribe—it is an inheritance! Join us as we uncover the truth and let the Lion ROAR in our lives. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and leave a comment if this episode resonates with you! For more information/resources check out the links below: ⇨ Visit the Treasured Ministries Website: https://treasuredministries.com/ ⇨ Join the Treasured Tribe https://treasuredtribe.com/ ⇨ Sign up for our FREE newsletter and get inspiration for your faith journey https://treasuredministries.activehosted.com/f/21 ⇨ Donate: https://treasuredministries.com/donate/ ⇨ Sign up for our annual retreat at https://treasuredministries.com/retreat/ _____________________ Treasured Ministries provides discipleship, biblical resources, and community for women so they can exchange codependency for God dependency and thrive. For more information visit https://treasuredministries.com This channel shares my personal journey of overcoming codependency through faith. I'm someone sharing what worked for me. My experiences are not a substitute for professional help. If you're struggling with codependency, please seek guidance from a qualified professional. Conquer Codependency is brought to you by Treasured Ministries. As a 100% listener-supported ministry, we invite you to stand with us to keep this message of hope and healing going to help every woman live in freedom as God intended. Visit TreasuredMinistries.com to learn more, donate and partner with us today! Thanks for your support. ______________________ Aliene Thompson is the president of Treasured Ministries International, the creator of the Nourish Bible Study Method, and the founder of the Treasured Tribe, an online Christian community for women. Her popular series on YouTube, “Conquering Codependency God's Way”, helps women worldwide move from codependency to God dependency so they can live in freedom as God intended. #codependence #codependency #conqueringcodependency #conquercodependency