A Journey of Transformation

• Discover how Rob’s spiritual awakening on Christmas Eve transformed his life and led him to sobriety and faith-based initiatives, following decades of addiction and homelessness.
• Explore Rob’s journey of compassion and critique within church culture, where he prioritized helping others over conversion and addressed the pressing issues of hypocrisy in religious organizations.
• Learn about Rob’s unexpected path from Alaska to Hollywood, and how a chance encounter at Starbucks opened doors to a faith-based film project, leading to significant achievements in Christian literature.
• Join Rob’s inspiring mission with the Knoxville Christian Film Festival, where he emphasizes diverse Christian content and seeks divine guidance to overcome challenges and support other faith-driven projects.

What happens when a life spirals out of control, only to be caught by the most unexpected hands? Meet Rob, a man who found himself at rock bottom, wrestling with addiction and homelessness, and emerged as a beacon of hope for countless others. His journey from despair to faith, from stealing from a church to becoming a pivotal force in faith-based initiatives, is nothing short of miraculous. Discover how a pivotal Christmas Eve, a life-altering arrest, and a chance encounter at Starbucks set him on a path to inspire and uplift through the Knoxville Christian Film Festival and beyond. What divine purposes will Rob uncover next, and how might his story ignite your own faith journey? Tune in to find out.

As Christians, we are often reminded of the incredible power of God’s grace to transform lives. The story of Rob is a testament to this transformative power—a journey from addiction and homelessness to becoming a beacon of hope and an influential figure in faith-based initiatives. Rob’s life is a profound reminder of what God can do in people’s lives when they open their hearts to His guidance.

Rob’s journey began in a place of darkness, as he found himself entangled in over two decades of substance abuse. A pivotal moment arrived when he chose to seek help instead of succumbing to despair. On November 28, 1992, Rob achieved sobriety, marking the beginning of a new chapter. His spiritual awakening during a Christmas Eve mass further solidified his commitment to faith and sobriety, setting him on a path of transformation.

One of the most moving parts of Rob’s story is his arrest by Officer Bud Latham for a DUI—a moment that Rob now sees as a divine intervention. This event was a catalyst that led him to express gratitude for the life-saving encounter and reinforced his resolve to live a life of purpose.

After relocating to Hollywood, Rob faced challenges but found his calling in a homeless ministry. He emphasized compassion over perfection, challenging church culture that prioritized conversion over genuine care. His experiences fueled a passion for addressing hypocrisy and inspiring change within religious organizations. This journey of reflection and growth even led him to start a podcast to share stories of transformation and hope.

Rob’s story didn’t stop there. Moving to Alaska, he authored the “Cruising Toward Heaven” book series, drawing on his struggles with depression. A serious injury during this time became another opportunity for faith to shine through, as a chance encounter at Starbucks connected him to a faith-based film project, leading to a Christian Book Award.

Rob’s journey of faith and transformation has inspired him to start the Knoxville Christian Film Festival, collaborating with others to emphasize diverse Christian content. Despite challenges, his commitment to seeking divine guidance remains steadfast, as he plans to fund other Christian initiatives and launch a new podcast in January 2025 to promote the festival and faith-based content.

Rob’s story is a powerful reminder of the impact that one life, tra