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I Was DEPRESSED as a PASTOR Until JESUS Did This...😳 (Testimony)

From fatherlessness and addiction to depression, homelessness, and heartbreak—Rob’s life was marked by deep pain and loss. But in the middle of the darkness, Jesus met him. This is a powerful testimony of God’s relentless love, healing, and restoration. Rob shares how every valley prepared him for his purpose and how surrendering fully to Jesus changed everything. If you’ve ever questioned your worth, your purpose, or even God's existence, this testimony is for you. Support our channel & Become a Partner ⇨ https://www.missiondelafe.org/ Listen on Podcast Spotify Podcast ⇨ https://spoti.fi/3RBKdq3 Apple Podcast ⇨ https://apple.co/3evzCuu Connect with us https://www.facebook.com/delafetestimonies https://www.instagram.com/delafetestimonies/ Connect with Rob: Instagram ⇨ www.instagram.com/robdawson YouTube ⇨ www.youtube.com/@robdawson/ Email ⇨ rob@robdawson.tv Support Rob's non-profit Dream Mkrs ⇨ givebutter.com/dream2025 Credits: Testimony by Robert (Rob) Dawson Directed by Eric Villatoro Interviewed by Eric Villatoro Edited By Joshua Gayle Audio Mixed by Paul Nicholas Testimony Recorded in Orlando, Florida Delafé Testimonies is a global evangelistic project with the mission of creating the world's largest archive of Jesus testimonies until His return. Our vision is to save souls, build community, and set people free through the testimony of Jesus. Chapters 00:00 My Chaotic Upbringing 05:36 Becoming Homeless, Starting to Act Out 10:46 Giving My Life to Jesus at 13 16:14 Going to Church with My Dad After He Gets Clean 18:32 Falling into Depression After an Injury 22:16 Finding Joy in Serving Others 26:14 Moving to Maryland, Getting Involved in Ministry 28:15 Losing My Mom Suddenly 36:08 Falling Back into Depression 40:53 Experiencing God’s Grace in the Midst of Depression 44:11 Finding Joy and Freedom in Surrender 47:31 For Those Who Feel Broken By Life 49:20 Where Are You Spending Eternity? 51:53 Who is Jesus To You? 52:46 Final Words 55:38 Thank You to Our Donors! I Was DEPRESSED as a PASTOR Until JESUS Did THIS...😳 (Testimony) Robert Dawson Testimony