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What happens when a cocaine smuggler finds Jesus through a mysterious picture that neither he nor his wife remember owning? Pastor Mike McLeod's journey from addiction to redemption showcases the transformative power of grace in even the darkest circumstances.

Mike's story begins with teenage experimentation that spiraled into a dangerous double life. By his twenties, he was transporting hundreds of pounds of cocaine across state lines while maintaining a respectable job at Chevron and hiding his addiction from his family. "I love the high better than I love my wife. I love the high better than I love my daughter," Mike confesses about his former mindset, a painful truth that eventually cost him his marriage.

The turning point came after a night of heavy substance abuse when Mike woke up stuck to his carpet from his own vomit, bloodied fists from punching walls, and a loaded shotgun nearby—evidence of contemplated suicide. While cleaning his house, he discovered an unrecognized framed picture of Jesus with sheep by a river. This unexpected find broke him completely, leading to a sincere cry for help that marked the beginning of his salvation journey. Within three months, his ex-wife also found faith, and remarkably, they remarried with Christ at the center of their relationship.

Today, Mike pastors Magnolia Springs Assembly of God in Hurley, Mississippi, and works closely with Mercy House rehabilitation program. His past has become his greatest ministry asset, allowing him to connect authentically with those battling similar demons. "God is not against you; God is for you," he assures those still struggling, emphasizing that transformation begins with submission to God and resistance to destructive patterns. If you're feeling beyond redemption, Mike's testimony stands as powerful evidence that no one is too far gone for divine intervention. Your darkest chapters might just be preparation for your greatest purpose.

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