Drugs, Gangs, and a Prison Cell That Changed Everything | Matt Trewhella (Episode 45)

By: Chris Johnson

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Pastor Matt Trewhella grew up in Detroit, fell into gangs, drugs, car theft, and arson — and was facing adult prison time at 17. What happened next changed everything.

In this episode, Matt shares his remarkable testimony: from a holding cell to a church service where he felt the forgiveness of God change his life.  Matt also opens up about:

– How his wife’s faithfulness sparked his involvement in the pro-life movement.

– Why abortion dropped over 60% in Wisconsin over 30 years.

– His book, The Doctrine of the Lesser Magistrate — and why 150,000+ copies have been sold.

– Why he believes the “silent pulpits” of America are the #1 culpable group for where our culture is today.

– How to dismantle the “we should just preach the gospel” slogan.

Matt pastors Mercy Seat Christian Church in Milwaukee, WI and can be found at: 🌐 defytyrants.com | mercyseat.net | howJesuschangedmylife.com 📺 YouTube: Mercy Seat Christian Church

“If the pulpits are faithful to Christ, then they’re faithful to neighbor, and it has a massive impact upon society.”

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