I grew up amid a troubled family life, abandoned at an early age and driven into a rebellious, criminal lifestyle. I experienced detention, heartbreak with the loss of my first-born, and became consumed by revenge—a dark path that led me to commit murder. My world turned even grimmer when my actions resulted in my children being taken away and my life spiraling out of control. While serving time, I reached a breaking point in a prison cell where, on my knees, I cried out to a God I hardly knew. In that desperate moment, God revealed His truth, and I embraced His Word. This powerful transformation not only freed me from the chains of anger and bitterness but also set me on a new path. Today, I serve in ministry—stepping into a role I never imagined—to share my story and to encourage others that no matter how dark your past, true freedom and restoration come only through Christ.
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01:04 Child Loss Tragedy 03:00 Murder & Arrest 06:00 Prison Transformation 10:16 Ministry New Call —————– Source —————–
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I’m Radek Daniel – once I lived a life of crime; I robbed, cheated, and extorted money. The consequences hit hard when my actions affected my family, and I found myself behind bars. My experience forced me to face the reality of being separated from those I love. Later, I met another man—Jiří David—whose story echoes similar struggles from early involvement in crimes and the pain of prison separation. Both of us reached a breaking point when the despair became unbearable. In our darkest hour, the gift of a Bible and prayer in that cold prison cell brought the hope of change. I prayed with a desperate heart, asked Jesus to change my life, and experienced the transformative power that turned my brokenness into redemption. Today I serve God as I work in a field where I share my testimony to encourage others and help them escape their own cycles of sin and despair.
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My name is Matthew Rooney. I was born in Dudley, Birmingham, but I grew up in Leicester in a turbulent environment where my father, a self-described gypsy, was a heavy drinker and abusive—often beating my mum and creating a life of fear and violence. I endured a childhood marked by instability, abuse, and the harsh realities of gang life. Over the years I fell deep into drug addiction, committed crimes, and spent 16 long years in prison. I reached a point where the pain, the drugs, and the violence took over my life. But in the midst of my darkest moments, Jesus appeared to me. I experienced a supernatural revelation that changed everything. In that moment, I realized I could no longer live a life defined by sin and suffering. Through His power, I was saved, healed, and restored. Today, I stand as a living testimony that no matter how far you’ve fallen or how much trauma you’ve endured, the saving grace of Jesus Christ can break every chain and set you free to live a new life.
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01:00 Harsh Childhood & Abuse 02:32 Early Life of Crime & Despair 08:30 Deepening Addiction & Turmoil 13:45 Jesus Appears – Turning Point 20:10 Healing & New Life —————– Source —————–
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I always felt unseen and misunderstood—even though I grew up attending church, I battled deep social anxiety and sometimes even thought about ending my life. I used writing as my only escape until one unexpected moment changed everything: a small yet powerful intervention by a passionate, 5‑foot‑two man who reminded me that God’s love is real and transformative. That day, I realized my worth wasn’t found in my own efforts or the standards I built; it was in Jesus alone. I now walk a journey of faith, relying on His grace for strength every day. My hope is that anyone facing similar struggles sees that God meets us in our weakness and fills our lives with hope and renewal.
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01:28 Uncle’s Prophecy 04:22 Coping Through Writing 07:00 Divine Singing Intervention 15:07 Focusing on Jesus 29:30 Overflow of God’s Love —————– Source —————–
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My name is [Name Withheld], and I once had no idea that the devil wielded such enormous influence over the world—so much so that I began to blame God for the wars and chaos I witnessed. I grew up in Butler, Pennsylvania, and later joined the military seeking adventure, only to experience deep personal rejection of God. My life spiraled into a dark descent marked by drug abuse, suicide attempts, and a pervasive sense of despair and torment. I even found myself questioning God’s goodness and His role in the tragedies surrounding me. But through a series of intense spiritual encounters—at church and in moments of divine intervention—I encountered the liberating truth that Jesus Christ’s sacrifice covers every sin. His imputed righteousness transformed me, washing away guilt and despair, and ushering me into a new life of hope and redemption. I now stand as living proof that no matter how deep the darkness, God’s grace can bring us into the light. I share my story to encourage others to seek His forgiveness and love without delay.
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01:10 Growing Up in PA 03:00 Military Rebellion 06:00 Descent into Sin 09:00 Suicidal Despair 12:00 Encounter at Church 18:00 Ministry Calling 22:00 Living Testimony of Hope —————– Source —————–
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WHAT EVERYONE NEEDS TO KNOW ABOUT GOD AND GETTING TO GET TO HEAVEN
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Jesus Christ destroyed the barrier of sin between God and mankind at the cross.
WHY WOULD HE DO THAT? The Bible (God’s only trustworthy Word for the human race) tells us: All of us were born with an unrighteous sinful nature. We inherited it spiritually from Adam and Eve, the first two created people, because of their disobedience to God by giving into the devil’s deceiving temptation. Why would the devil do such a thing anyway? Because he hates God! The devil wants no one enjoying intimate, joyous relationship with God. He once had it yet lost it, and now wants no one else having it either. God is so holy – so righteous – so pure … that He cannot and will not allow unrighteous sinners to remain with Him in heaven. But God had a plan to undo what Satan did to the human race. Jesus Christ IS the plan! Jesus came to earth to ransom you and everyone else for Himself, God the Father, and God the Holy Spirit. He took full punishment for your sins against God and the sins of everyone else on the cross so our sins no longer would keep us separated from God. Furthermore, He traded His righteousness for our unrighteousness through His death, burial and resurrection! (See: 2 Corinthians 5:21). It is ONLY God’s IMPUTED righteousness that makes us acceptable to Him – that is FREELY given to us who make Jesus our Savior and Lord. Imagine being in a courtroom, and the Judge has just sentenced you to death.
Also imagine Jesus Christ being your lawyer. Jesus Christ says to the Judge (or in other words, God the heavenly Father): “Your Honor, I want to serve my client’s sentence and pay the price for his/her wrong-doing by dying instead so my client can go free.” Can you imagine someone doing such a thing for you?! JESUS DID IT!
Of course you may be thinking at that moment: I haven’t done anything to be sentenced to die! I’m being falsely accused! “What have I supposedly DONE, God?!” Here’s your answer: God gave 10 commandments for people to keep in the Old Testament Bible. Anyone who breaks just one of those commandments must be punished for breaking them against God. Where does it say THAT?! It says that in Romans 6:23: For the wages of sin is death but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. Have you ever lied? Lied just one time? Everyone of us has lied at least once. Number 9 of the 10 commandments says: Thou shalt not lie (bear false witness). You know what that makes us? A disobedient sinning liar against God and His moral law – His 10 commandments. (Revelation 21:8 also tells us what God thinks of lying). You just read above what God says about our disobedient sinning against Him by breaking just ONE of His moral laws: God’s punishment for doing so is DEATH. Spiritual death. Ultimately total separation from God and agonizingly suffering for our sins against Him for all eternity — totally void of any love, peace, hope, joy or forgiveness from God ever again (otherwise known as hell).
BUT HERE IS GOD’S BEST NEWS! We can receive forgiveness for all our unrighteous, disobedience (sins) against God and our sins against others RIGHT NOW and have certainty RIGHT NOW that on the Judgment Day, our sins WON’T be held against us! HOW CAN THAT BE?! By asking Jesus Christ to forgive us for our sins and trusting that He HAS forgiven us of them simply by our asking and trusting! Jesus will do it!
1 John 1:8-9 says: If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. Thus if we make Jesus our personal Lord and Savior – every time we sin – we have every right to ask Jesus Christ to forgive us of our sin(s) – cleanse us as though we never sinned – so that when our heart stops beating, we can be assured that we won’t have to suffer eternal damnation for our sins. Jesus Christ did what no other human being has ever done or ever could do. He was the ONLY person on this planet who has never sinned. And because He never sinned, He is the only acceptable sacrifice God the Father would accept to pay ransom payment for each of OUR sins. WHY? Because of God’s LOVE and MERCY for lost souls like you and I who will reach out in humility and demonstrate appreciation for His FREE GIFT of forgiveness (pardon) so we can have friendship and intimacy with Him starting now … and lasting for ETERNITY! Ask Jesus for His FREE GIFT of forgiveness TODAY. Ask Him to live inside you. He so much WANTS to!
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I grew up in a Christian family but never truly formed a personal relationship with Jesus. For years, I was overwhelmed by constant anxiety and even developed an eating disorder, obsessing over how I looked and what others thought of me. My life was dominated by self-centered concerns until a turning point came when I started reading the Bible and surrendered my life to Jesus. That decision transformed my entire world—I began to experience a freedom from my fears and insecurities and found true hope in His forgiveness and love. Though I still make mistakes, I now know that Jesus is there to guide me, and I share my testimony so that others may find the same life-changing hope.
01:00 Early Life & Anxiety 09:55 My Encounter with Jesus —————– Source —————–
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You guys, I’m soooo happy I get to share this story with you. This is the most personal I’ve ever gotten on my channel. By no means does my encounter make me a perfect Christian, or person none the less. I still make mistakes, I still have my days, and I’m still learning, but God is so good to forgive us for it. I hope my story inspires you and resonates to some extent for you. God bless. xx #Jesus #God #Testimony
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I grew up surrounded by both privilege and turmoil. My early life in South East London was marked by a comfortable home life until family strife and financial collapse sent us into hardship. Rejected and driven by a desire to belong, I fell into a dangerous world of gangs, drugs, and crime. Through brutal experiences of violence and near-destruction, I hit rock bottom. In the midst of despair, I found a lifeline at the Patel recovery community where I encountered the transforming power of Jesus. That moment changed everything—renewing my identity, healing my brokenness, and setting me on a new path filled with hope and purpose.
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01:15 Early Life & Family Upheaval 04:20 Loss of Privilege & Descent Begins 09:00 Embracing Crime & Drugs 14:00 Hitting Bottom 20:00 Turning at Patel Recovery 27:00 Transformation & New Life —————– Source —————–
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My name’s Mo Timbo. Growing up in the hard-hit streets of South East London, I was seduced by a warped image of masculinity—defined by gang life, drug dealing, and violent crime. As I became deeply entangled in this dangerous world, I experienced horrific events including robberies, stabbings, and near-fatal violence. When I was arrested and sent to prison, I finally faced the reality of my choices. In that dark place, I prayed for deliverance and gave my life to Jesus. Since then, I’ve broken free from the cycle of crime and violence, embraced a new identity in Christ, and now serve the church while sharing my story to inspire hope in others.
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01:15 Early Desires for Gang Life 04:00 Descent into Crime & Drug Dealing 07:30 Violent Encounters & Street Crime 10:30 Near Death and Arrest 14:00 Turning to Faith in Prison 18:00 Redemption & New Beginning —————– Source —————–
I grew up in a whirlwind of rebellion, where nights filled with partying, drug use, and even playing with a Ouija board were all too common. As a young man, I was tossed into a world of conflicting ideas—exploring everything from pagan philosophies to the arguments of prominent atheists. Yet amidst all that chaos, I encountered a life-changing moment. One evening, after a heavy overdose and a series of vivid, disturbing experiences that felt almost supernatural, I was confronted with a powerful inner call to change. I found myself reading the Bible, and when I looked up Colossians 2:4, everything clicked. In that moment, I repented and embraced Jesus as my Savior. Since then, my life has taken on new meaning: I’ve left behind my past of destructive habits and embarked on a journey of faith and restoration. My testimony isn’t just about being rescued from self-destruction—it’s a story of transformation, hope, and the undeniable presence of Jesus in every part of my life. I share this in hopes that anyone struggling to find their way will see that true salvation and a new purpose are available if you put your trust in Him.
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01:00 Channel Update 02:00 Childhood Encounter 04:00 Rebellious Youth & Overdose 07:00 Family Intervention 10:00 Exploring Other Faiths 13:00 Bible Revelation 19:00 Conversion Moment 24:00 Final Reflection —————– Source —————–
Hey lovey’s! I hope you enjoy this story of how I decided to give my life to Jesus. it’s been a wild ride. If you are thinking about becoming a Christian but not sure on the steps feel free to message — I’m v happy to chat!
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I was raised from a very young age as a Jehovah’s Witness, surrounded by door-to-door preaching, tightly controlled meetings, and an unyielding system that promised eternal life only if I conformed perfectly. As I grew older, the constant pressure and the confusing, cult-like doctrines left me with a deep sense of uncertainty and isolation. I eventually reached a point where I began questioning if I would ever be “good enough” to earn salvation according to their teachings. In a moment of desperate prayer, I asked God for a real and personal encounter—one that would break me free from the rigid confines of their doctrines. To my amazement, God answered that prayer. I discovered that true salvation is found not through human rules or perpetual obedience to an institution, but through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Now, as a born-again Christian, I strive to share my testimony, urging others to seek the liberating truth of the Gospel. Despite the loss of the familiar support network that JW culture once provided, I have found enduring hope, identity, and eternal assurance in Christ—reminding us that only His love and truth can transform our lives.
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02:57 Early Field Service 05:58 Growing Indoctrination 08:57 Pressures and Doubts 11:58 Hitting Rock Bottom 14:58 Desperate Prayer 17:57 God’s First Answer 20:58 New Understanding 23:58 Evangelism Begins 26:57 Theological Debate 29:58 Questioning JW Doctrine 32:57 Seeking Biblical Truth 35:58 Breaking Free 38:57 Renewed Outreach 42:28 Final Encouragement —————– Source —————–
In this video Ray and I discuss his journey from being a Jehovah’s Witness to orthodox Christianity. Thanks for listening!
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