In this powerful episode of the All Things New Podcast, Damien and Aubrey sit down with Pastor James Twiner, a long-time mentor, pastor, and board member of All Things New Ministry. Pastor Twiner shares the incredible story of how his life changed forever after waking up in jail in 1969 and crying out to God for deliverance from addiction.
What began as a desperate prayer turned into more than five decades of ministry, including prison outreach, Celebrate Recovery, international missions in Cuba, and thousands of baptisms. Pastor Twiner’s story is a living testimony that Jesus still transforms lives and restores broken people.
This episode dives deep into recovery, spiritual identity in Christ, and why true healing comes through a relationship with Jesus—not just sobriety.
🔥 In This Episode You’ll Hear
• Pastor James Twiner’s dramatic moment of surrender after waking up in jail in 1969
• His journey from addiction to becoming a pastor and spiritual mentor
• How AA introduced him to surrendering his life to God
• The night he cried out at the altar and committed to “go all the way for Jesus”
• Powerful stories from prison ministry and Celebrate Recovery
• Missions in Cuba where revival, baptisms, and healing are happening
• The difference between sobriety and true transformation through Christ
• Why identity in Christ is the key to lasting freedom
• Stories of baptizing inmates and seeing lives radically changed
Key Scriptures Mentioned
John 14:6 – “I am the way, the truth, and the life.”
Romans 8:29 – Being conformed to the image of Christ
2 Corinthians 5:17 – “If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation.”
Ministry Impact
Pastor Twiner has spent decades serving in:
• Jail and prison ministries
• Celebrate Recovery programs
• Church leadership and pastoral ministry
• Mission trips to Cuba where dozens are baptized each trip
His heart has always been for the broken, the addicted, and the forgotten, reflecting the mission of All Things New.
A Message of Hope
Pastor Twiner reminds listeners that recovery alone cannot save a person—only Jesus can transform the heart.
“I’m not an alcoholic anymore. I’m a new creation in Christ.”
That message of redemption continues to change lives today.
Contact All Things New Ministry
Aubrey Pridgen: (601) 940-7495
Scott Walters: (601) 278-4816
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