Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 days ago
In this powerful episode, Sal sits down with Ben to share a testimony that has been 36 years in the making. From childhood trauma and addiction to the miracle night when everything finally clicked, Ben opens up about the moments that broke him, the people God placed in his path, and the instant the gospel became real.
This episode dives deep into heartbreak, recovery, identity, and the unmistakable ways God orchestrates our lives long before we recognize His hand. Ben shares the truth of hitting rock bottom, crying out to Jesus, and watching God turn pain, guilt, and confusion into purpose.
Sal also reveals the exact moment he felt convicted by the Holy Spirit to ask Ben about Jesus — a question that ended up being the turning point of Ben’s salvation.
If you’re struggling with addiction, trauma, depression, anger toward God, or feeling like you’re too far gone… this testimony will show you that Jesus meets people right where they are.
You are not too broken. You’re not too late. And you’re not beyond His reach.
👉 Subscribe to our new channel “Called To His Kingdom” for all future episodes, testimonies, and faith-based series.
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👉 If you need prayer or feel drawn toward Jesus, drop a comment — we’ll pray for you.
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00:00 Two men who love Jesus — Ben’s emotional reflection
02:10 Ben’s early trauma, addiction, and spiritual awakening
05:10 Realizing God intervened years before he knew
07:55 The moment guilt hit in church & the truth about grace
10:20 “God was chasing me the whole time”
13:00 Breaking point — Orlando trip & the conversation that changed everything
16:20 His son’s accident & sister’s diagnosis: the night he cried out “Jesus”
20:10 Adoption story, depression, and God turning pain into purpose
24:30 How Sal knew he had to ask Ben about Jesus
28:00 “He opened my eyes” — when the gospel finally made sense
32:15 The spiritual battle, the enemy, and becoming a soldier for Christ
38:40 Why suffering exists — and why any good exists at all
44:50 From suicidal thoughts to becoming a father again — God’s orchestration
50:10 God gives you MORE than you can handle — so you rely on Him
56:20 Revival in Gen Z & why testimonies of addicts are so powerful
01:01:00 God using your story: pain becomes purpose
01:06:00 Family transformation & sanctification
01:10:00 Final message — ask for prayer, seek help, keep walking toward Christ
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This episode features a powerful Christian testimony about addiction recovery, healing childhood trauma, and finding Jesus after years of pain. Topics include spirituality, surrender, grace, salvation, revival, transformation, Christian motivation, depression, guilt, identity in Christ, faith through suffering, the gospel message, and God’s pursuit of the broken. This is a raw story of redemption, powerful healing, spiritual awakening, and how Jesus saves lives today. Perfect for anyone searching for hope, encouragement, or a real-life miracle testimony.
In this powerful episode, Sal sits down with Ben to share a testimony that has been 36 years in the making. From childhood trauma and addiction to the miracle night when everything finally clicked, Ben opens up about the moments that broke him, the people God placed in his path, and the instant the gospel became real.
This episode dives deep into heartbreak, recovery, identity, and the unmistakable ways God orchestrates our lives long before we recognize His hand. Ben shares the truth of hitting rock bottom, crying out to Jesus, and watching God turn pain, guilt, and confusion into purpose.
Sal also reveals the exact moment he felt convicted by the Holy Spirit to ask Ben about Jesus — a question that ended up being the turning point of Ben’s salvation.
If you’re struggling with addiction, trauma, depression, anger toward God, or feeling like you’re too far gone… this testimony will show you that Jesus meets people right where they are.
You are not too broken. You’re not too late. And you’re not beyond His reach.
👉 Subscribe to our new channel “Called To His Kingdom” for all future episodes, testimonies, and faith-based series.
youtube.com/channel/UCMRmdQt-BsPL2vQ6NwdO9bw
👉 If you need prayer or feel drawn toward Jesus, drop a comment — we’ll pray for you.
BiOptimizers • Dose • Ketone IQ
Support them to support this series! ⤵
Unleash High‑Performance Energy without the jitters or sugar crash. Each ketone-packed shot offers clean, efficient fuel that sharpens mental clarity, keeps cravings at bay, and delivers sustained energy for your workouts or work grind—think caffeine-level focus, minus the caffeine, or with caffeine your pick !
Go to ketone.com/SAL and use code “Sal” for 30% off and a Free Gift on your Second order
Unlock better digestion and real gut health with MassZymes, a premium enzyme formula designed to boost nutrient absorption, beat the bloat, and fuel healthy aging.
Go to bioptimizers.com/mptv and use code “MPTV” for 15% off
Support your liver—and your vitality—with this clean, clinically-backed daily wellness shot. Delivering antioxidant-rich botanicals like curcumin and dandelion, it helps normalize enzyme levels, boost energy, aid digestion, and promote healthy detox—keeping your body's metabolic engine running strong.
Go to dosedaily.co/MINDPUMP and use code “MINDPUMP” for 25% off your first month of subscription
00:00 Two men who love Jesus — Ben’s emotional reflection
02:10 Ben’s early trauma, addiction, and spiritual awakening
05:10 Realizing God intervened years before he knew
07:55 The moment guilt hit in church & the truth about grace
10:20 “God was chasing me the whole time”
13:00 Breaking point — Orlando trip & the conversation that changed everything
16:20 His son’s accident & sister’s diagnosis: the night he cried out “Jesus”
20:10 Adoption story, depression, and God turning pain into purpose
24:30 How Sal knew he had to ask Ben about Jesus
28:00 “He opened my eyes” — when the gospel finally made sense
32:15 The spiritual battle, the enemy, and becoming a soldier for Christ
38:40 Why suffering exists — and why any good exists at all
44:50 From suicidal thoughts to becoming a father again — God’s orchestration
50:10 God gives you MORE than you can handle — so you rely on Him
56:20 Revival in Gen Z & why testimonies of addicts are so powerful
01:01:00 God using your story: pain becomes purpose
01:06:00 Family transformation & sanctification
01:10:00 Final message — ask for prayer, seek help, keep walking toward Christ
Shop Mapsfitnessproducts.com
Subscribe to Mind Pump TV - goo.gl/h44uXg
FREE FAT LOSS GUIDE :
mindpumpmedia.com/how-to-lose-fat
UNDERSTAND YOUR MOOD STRESS AND SLEEP FREE GUIDE: mindpumpmedia.com/understanding-mood-stress-sleep
The Benefits of Eating Whole Foods Guide:
mindpumpmedia.com/benefits-of-eating-whole-foods
Secret to a Great Butt Guide :
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The Flat Tummy Guide :
mindpumpmedia.com/flat-tummy-guide
FREE HARDGAINER GUIDE !:
mindpumpmedia.com/hardgainer-guide
HOW TO SQUAT LIKE A PRO GUIDE:
mindpumpmedia.com/how-to-squat-like-a-pro
PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP:
bit.ly/2vuntia
PODCAST:
iTUNES - apple.co/2vMEPcA
STITCHER - bit.ly/2hQSIAS
This episode features a powerful Christian testimony about addiction recovery, healing childhood trauma, and finding Jesus after years of pain. Topics include spirituality, surrender, grace, salvation, revival, transformation, Christian motivation, depression, guilt, identity in Christ, faith through suffering, the gospel message, and God’s pursuit of the broken. This is a raw story of redemption, powerful healing, spiritual awakening, and how Jesus saves lives today. Perfect for anyone searching for hope, encouragement, or a real-life miracle testimony.
