#219 | From Addiction to Faith in Jesus: K.D. Suzanne’s Story of Redemption

What happens after you hit rock bottom—and what does it take to rebuild your life? Evangelist K.D. Suzanne joins John Gallagher on Talks with Gallagher to share her personal testimony of addiction, surviving abuse, and finding hope through a relationship with Jesus. As the founder of Tha Streetz Ministry, Suzanne has a heart for reaching people who feel broken, overlooked, or forgotten. In this conversation, she shares the encounter she describes as her turning point—and the ongoing process of learning to trust, receive grace, and move forward. “He said yes to me before I said yes to Him.” — K.D. SuzanneBeyond her testimony, we explore the role of mentorship and accountability, navigating wilderness seasons, and the moment she considered leaving ministry. Suzanne reflects on what helped her continue and how her experiences shaped her calling to serve others. In this episode, you’ll hear:

Her journey from addiction and brokenness to faith in JesusThe difference between knowing about Jesus and knowing Him personallyWhy transformation involves a process—not just a turning pointHow mentorship, grace, and accountability supported her growthLearning to trust after years in survival modeFinding purpose when you feel ready to quitThe heart behind Tha Streetz Ministry and street evangelismWhether you’re exploring faith, navigating a difficult season, or looking for encouragement to keep going, this episode offers an honest conversation about second chances and finding purpose beyond your past.

EPISODE TIMESTAMPS

00:00—Introduction: Faith, second chances, and transformation

01:28 — K.D. Suzanne’s testimony: Addiction and redemption

02:51 — Growing up in church versus knowing Jesus personally

03:12 — Surviving abuse and reaching a breaking point

06:40 — Returning to church and running to the altar

07:39 — “Just your heart”: Her turning-point encounter

09:04 — Coming to God without having everything together

12:46 — Mentorship, leadership, and grace

14:47 — Why you can’t skip the process