In this episode of The Iron Perspective, JD Denham returns to the roots of who he is sobriety. With 15 years of sobriety approaching on January 18th, JD shares the story that changed everything: the final day he ever used drugs… and the moment he knew he was done.

From heroin, speed, overdoses, and total hopelessness, to a literal “God moment” that sparked a flicker of hope inside his heart JD breaks down the exact chain of events that led him to surrender, call his father, and start over from absolute zero.

He unpacks:

• The hopelessness that comes before surrender

• Calling out to God… and God answering through a stranger

• The final night of chaos, paranoia, and survival

• Getting dropped off with no car, no money, and nowhere to go

• Watching God’s hand move through impossible circumstances

• The last shot of dope — and the moment everything changed

• Calling his dad after a year of silence

• Detoxing at his father’s house and choosing a new life

• Walking into sober living with nothing but a laundry basket

• Why your story becomes your sword

• “Great men help other men succeed”

If you or someone you love is battling addiction, this episode is a reminder that you’re not too far gone… and God isn’t done with you yet.

Chapters:

00:00 – Why this episode matters

01:40 – 15 years sober on January 18th

04:10 – Who JD was 15 years ago

07:05 – The darkest place: losing hope

10:20 – Calling out to God in desperation

13:40 – The stranger who delivered the message

17:10 – The last night using drugs

22:35 – Getting dropped off with nothing

28:15 – The police encounter & $20 miracle

32:10 – The last shot of dope

35:40 – The van ride back to Santa Ana

38:30 – January 18th… the moment everything changed

41:10 – Calling his dad after a year

45:30 – Detox & the decision to do whatever it takes

49:55 – Entering sober living with a laundry basket

54:20 – The message: your story is your sword

58:10 – Final word: great men help other men succeed

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Intro Music: Pennywise – Let Us Hear Your Voice