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EPISODE · May 5, 2026 · 46 MIN

MMA Fighter Hits Rock Bottom, Meets God & Now Protects the Vulnerable | Garrett Gross

from The Man-Up Podcast · host Man-Up Adventure Camp

Questions: Email us at [email protected] this raw and powerful episode of the ManUp Adventure Podcast, host Terry Gwaltney sits down with Garrett Gross — a former professional fighter, black belt, and man whose road through addiction, incarceration, and rock bottom led to one of the most compelling redemption stories you'll hear.Garrett opens up about his childhood trauma, his spiral into substance abuse, and the moment God supernaturally removed his struggles for good. He shares how that transformation fueled the founding of Operation 17:2 — an organization dedicated to confronting those who harm the innocent and protecting the vulnerable — inspired by Luke 17:2.But this episode isn't just about one man's story. Garrett issues a challenge to every man listening: step up, stop isolating, find your brotherhood, and become the protector God called you to be — in your home, your family, and your community.In this episode:        Garrett's testimony from childhood trauma to severe addiction and time behind bars        The supernatural moment God removed his darkest struggles        What Operation 17:2 is and how it's catching those who exploit the innocent        Why strong fathers are the greatest deterrent to evil        Why isolation is the enemy's greatest weapon against men        What true biblical manhood and protection really look like⛺ ManUp Adventure Camp — October 23–25 | manupadventure.com👨‍👦 DadUp Camp — June 3–5 | manupadventure.com/dadup🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode!#ManUpPodcast #GarrettGross #Operation172 #Redemption #ChristianMen #Sobriety #ProtectTheInnocent #Faith #Brotherhood #ManUp #TerryGwaltneyRemember: Legacy is not what you leave to people. It’s what you leave in them.📩 Interactive: Email your feedback and questions to [email protected] — one email will be randomly selected to receive a signed copy of Mantality.Guard your mind. Hold your ground. Man up.Get your copy of Mantality or Post 30 and Man-Up Merch  Here-- ⁠http://manupadventure.com/store/⁠Register for Dad-Up Adventure Camp: https://brushfire.com/legacyfarm/dadupadventurecamp/607071Register For Man-Up Adventure camp: https://brushfire.com/legacyfarm/manupadventurecamp/617304Email us at [email protected] are three simple things you can do that would really help us accomplish that goal: Follow us on Instagram / manupadventureReview us on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Review us on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/2NhWK7n77Q0fyuaTIkkLXe?si=8e1349637ed74bcaSubscribe on YouTube / @man-upadventurecampIf this episode encouraged you, hit Subscribe, tap the bell icon, and drop a comment to let us know what you think!

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