Interview with Andrew Russell - 1709

Episode 9 July 01, 2017 00:58:00
Interview with Andrew Russell - 1709
By the Word of their Testimony
Interview with Andrew Russell - 1709

Jul 01 2017 | 00:58:00

/

Show Notes

Born in Cape Town South Africa, Andrew learned lessons that no child should learn. Apartheid, segregation, bullying and discrimination were daily events. A sketchy knowledge of God came from reading children’s Bible stories. The riots came to a head. Dad was injured and the decision to leave South Africa was made. They settled in the Northern beaches of Sydney and Andrew attended a Catholic school. Life settled down again.

Australia was vastly different—from the styles of clothing to young groups partying and living ‘the good life’. Andrew at 15, took his first foray into drugs and alcohol and became part of the ‘in’ crowd. It was rebellion with a capital ‘R’. His health deteriorated as he continued to punish his body with substances. Now and then he would ask God, “Who are you?” “Are you Real?” But the downward spiral continued. He was asked to leave home and embarked on an acting career. What he witnessed during the filming of ‘The Matrix’ in Sydney will keep you on the edge of your seat.

How did he go from this to becoming a pastor today? This story will grip you from start to finish.

Other Episodes

Episode 3

July 10, 2022 00:58:45
Episode Cover

Interview with Stephen Brooke-Kelly - 2203

Growing up in a loving family home on a farm in rural NSW, Australia was an enjoyable life for Stephen. After finishing school and...

Listen

Episode 7

May 21, 2017 00:58:00
Episode Cover

Interview with Carol Sickle - 1707

Carol was born in Cape Town South Africa.  8 sisters and 4 brothers meant mum’s hands were full. At 8 years of age, Carol...

Listen

Episode 10

August 01, 2019 00:58:45
Episode Cover

Interview with Julie Dearham - 1910

Julie grew up in South Africa in a Christian home, but shortly after she was born her dad stopped attending church. Growing up, television...

Listen