Arms Dealing And Addiction To Head Over Heels in Love With Jesus: An Interview With My Friend Jake

The Alive & Free Podcast

In this episode I sit down with Jake Dowd, whose story is a powerful testament to the transformative power of faith and recovery. I first met at an event in Hawaii when he let me sample his $12,000 bottle of wine...and today we got to "talk story" (as they say in Hawaii) Jake shares how he went from being $250,000 in debt and facing marital issues, to making millions by becoming involved in the dangerous world of arms dealing, influenced by the film "War Dogs." A pivotal moment in the episode is Jake's recounting of a supernatural encounter that serves as a turning point in his life. Describing a spiritual battle and his brother's role in it, Jake speaks about experiencing protection through a vision of angels and ultimately finding safety in Jesus. The latter part of the episode focuses on overcoming addiction, restoring his marriage, and experiencing a drug raid. Jake's story emphasizes the role of divine intervention and the spiritual darkness he had to navigate to transform his life. This episode covers an intense and personal story of struggle, addiction, and eventual redemption.

(05:51 - 06:59) Starting a Business Journey and Success (09:47 - 10:37) Business Evolution and Taking Huge Risks (13:11 - 14:04) Rogue Mission for Guns in Peru (19:15 - 20:54) Unbelievable Experience With Sudden Wealth (24:55 - 25:41) The Devil's Connection to Drugs (30:45 - 31:56) Unsettling Experience in a Luxurious Penthouse (43:50 - 45:21) Unbelievable Encounter With a Red Dot (48:44 - 50:33) Encounter With Power and Forgiveness (53:05 - 54:14) Brother's Spiritual Revelation and Its Impact (01:01:17 - 01:02:11) God's Grace and Redemption in Addiction