How God Saved Me From My Pornography Addiction - Buddy's Story

What happens when the whispers of shame become too loud to bear — and the person you thought you knew starts to unravel? This is a story of brokenness, confession, and the fierce power of grace and redemption. Buddy’s struggle with pornography began quietly in middle school, wrapped in shame and isolation, but it grew into a secret battle that threatened his marriage, ministry, and identity. Misty, his wife of 21 years, experienced the pain of betrayal firsthand—feeling alone, hurt, and unworthy. Despite forgiveness, the cycle repeated, especially under the pressures of ministry. When an Instagram discovery led to Buddy’s public confession and resignation, the weight of guilt and shame pushed him to the edge of despair. But in the darkest moment, a stranger’s encouragement and God’s promise in Philippians 1:6 sparked hope. Through inpatient recovery, honest community, and daily choices to love and be vulnerable, Misty and Buddy’s marriage began to transform. Today, they walk in freedom—not perfect, but real—with a love strengthened by grace, transparency, and the unshakeable truth that rejection and shame were defeated on the cross. - Share your testimony at coe22.com/stories/ - About The Church of Eleven22 The Church of Eleven22® is a movement for all people to discover and deepen a relationship with Jesus Christ. Eleven22 is led by Pastor Joby Martin and based in Jacksonville, Florida, with multiple campuses throughout Jacksonville and the surrounding areas. To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: http://coe22.com/donate