From heroin addiction, prison, overdoses and homelessness to freedom, healing and purpose through Jesus.

In this powerful episode of the Jesus Studio Podcast, Ray shares his extraordinary testimony of growing up neglected and in care, battling deep rejection and identity struggles, and spending 10 years addicted to heroin. After years of crime, overdoses and trying everything possible to escape addiction, Ray found himself at rock bottom in a derelict room in London.

But everything changed when God intervened.

Ray shares the dramatic moment he encountered the Holy Spirit in a small church in Hampshire, where the desire for heroin instantly left him after years of addiction. He opens up about discovering his true identity as an adopted son of God, the healing journey that followed, and the incredible ways God guided and provided for him through every stage of his life.

Now, after decades of helping others through counselling, addiction recovery and ministry, Ray reflects on the goodness, faithfulness and kindness of God through it all.

This episode is full of hope for anyone struggling with addiction, rejection, identity, anxiety or feeling lost in life.

Topics covered:

• Heroin addiction and recovery
• Foster care and childhood trauma
• Identity and rejection
• Miraculous freedom through Jesus
• Healing and restoration
• Counselling and helping others
• Discovering purpose in God
• The power of prayer

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Charlotte spent 20 years deep in the New Age world. Manifesting, meditation, tarot, spirit guides and spiritual practices she believed were bringing light, healing and truth. But behind it all, something dark was waiting.

In this powerful episode of the Jesus Studio Podcast, Charlotte shares how terrifying night terrors, sleep paralysis and demonic encounters shattered her worldview and led her to one life-changing revelation: the name of Jesus has power.

This is a gripping testimony of deception, spiritual warfare, freedom and rescue. Charlotte opens up about her journey from atheism to New Age spirituality, and from there into a real encounter with the living God. If you’ve ever wondered what’s really behind manifestation, tarot, channeling or spirit guides, this conversation is not one to miss.

Jesus is not just a spiritual figure. He is Lord, and His name still sets people free.

Guest Links:

New Age to Jesus: Ten True Stories of Redemption - by Lucinda Button

New age to Jesus Conference - Tickets £15 June 5th & 6th 2026

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Samuel grew up around church, but faith never felt real. By his late teens, he was battling depression, chasing identity through boxing, money, fitness, and partying… yet nothing filled the void.

Then lockdown hit.

Alone, broke, and at rock bottom, everything changed when he read a letter his mum had written years earlier. That moment led him to ask one question:

“Jesus… what’s the deal?”

Days later, on a beach with strangers, Samuel encountered God—and his life flipped overnight.

From depression to purpose.
From confusion to calling.
From a nightclub floor… to preaching the gospel within a year.

In this episode, Samuel shares:

• How Jesus pulled him out of his lowest moment
• The moment everything “clicked” on a beach
• His journey into global missions with YWAM
• Preaching in South America and trekking Bibles into the Amazon
• The reality check of returning home and living out faith in everyday life
• Why we are all missionaries—no matter where we are

This is a story of radical transformation, surrender, and discovering that your purpose isn’t found in what you do… but in who you’re living for.

“Love God. Love people. That’s the mission.”

Key Highlights

• [00:01:54] The "Xbox Christian" childhood and losing interest in faith.
• [00:05:40] Finding identity in boxing and the trap of "arrogance."
• [00:09:50] Hitting rock bottom in 2020 and the letter that changed everything.
• [00:24:49] Adventures in the Amazon: Distributing Bibles to indigenous communities.
• [00:39:55] Full Circle: Launching a personal training business as a new form of ministry.
• [00:54:19] Seeing revival and curiosity in the younger generation.

Connect with Samuel: Follow his journey and comedy content on Instagram: @BigSamTheBibleMan

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