Ep. 11 - How Pastor David Friend Found Faith & Fought Back

What if everything you thought was the end was actually just the beginning? Pastor David Friend has been through it all—fighting in the Vietnam War, battling PTSD, surviving cancer linked to Agent Orange, and being told multiple times that he had only months to live. But instead of giving in, he chose faith over fear—and his life became a testimony to resilience, healing, and miracles.In this gripping episode of Bending Over Backwards, Dr. James Adkins sits down with Pastor Friend to uncover the raw truth about his journey—from the jungles of Vietnam to the pulpit, where he now helps others overcome their own battles. He reveals the mindset shift that helped him defy medical odds, the power of prayer in the darkest moments, and how giving to others became the key to his own strength. This is not just another survival story—it’s proof that purpose, faith, and perseverance can rewrite any ending.Contact Dr. James Adkins:Website: Arizona Pain Treatment CentersWebsite: Endoscopic Spine Treatment in Phoenix - Escape Spine SurgeryPhone Number: 602-265-8800Instagram: @drjamesadkinsInstagram: @azptcInstagram: @escapespinesurgeryYouTube: @Dr.JamesAdkins