Paul Sanchez’s life was marked by poverty, crime, addiction, and prison. Abandoned by his father and losing his mother while behind bars, Paul’s heart grew cold. But when his marriage fell apart and he hit rock bottom, a Bible left behind changed everything. In a powerful moment of surrender, Paul encountered God and was instantly set free from drugs and alcohol. Today, he’s raising his daughter and sharing the hope of Jesus with others.

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00:00 – No belief in God & a troubled childhood
00:13 Growing up in poverty and turning to crime
00:51 First burglary at 9 years old to feed his family
01:22 Teenage life of gangs, drugs, and prison
01:44 Mother’s death and growing anger
02:05 Escalating violence and addiction
02:38 Marriage, fatherhood, and relapse
03:03 Wife leaves and the Bible left behind
03:31 Crying out to God and feeling the Holy Spirit
04:39 Instant freedom from drugs and alcohol
05:03 Raising his daughter and sharing hope
05:30 Recognizing God’s hand throughout his life

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