Saved on a New York Pier: Joe Russiello’s Radical Encounter with Christ

EPISODE · Mar 16, 2026 · 34 MIN

Saved on a New York Pier: Joe Russiello’s Radical Encounter with Christ

from Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast

www.tswrightspeaks.comwww.godcenteredconcept.comwww.jesussaid.tvIn this powerful episode of Kingdom Crossroads, host TS Wright sits down with Joe “Rooz” Russiello for a raw and inspiring testimony about how God radically transformed his life.Joe grew up in a Roman Catholic family in Brooklyn, New York, but questions about faith began at a young age. After years of searching, rebellion, and living life on his own terms, Joe eventually found himself working in law enforcement in New York City — still searching for something deeper.Everything changed when a Christian partner continually challenged him with one simple question: “Are you saved?”What followed was a journey through Scripture, Christian radio teachings, and a life-changing meeting with a pastor on a New York pier where Joe finally surrendered his life to Jesus Christ. In this episode you’ll hear:Joe’s upbringing in New York and early exposure to theologyHis struggles with religion, doubt, and worldly livingHow a persistent Christian coworker helped point him toward truthThe moment he encountered the gospel and surrendered his life to ChristHis calling into Bible teaching and ministryWhy the Word of God alone changed everythingThis conversation is a powerful reminder that no one is too far gone for God to reach.If you have ever wrestled with faith, searched for truth, or wondered how God changes a life — this testimony will encourage and challenge you.Episode Summary / Show NotesGuestJoe “Rooz” RussielloIn This EpisodeGrowing up Roman Catholic in BrooklynEarly exposure to theology through his uncleRejecting organized religionLife working in New York law enforcementA Christian partner who refused to stop asking questionsDiscovering Bible teaching through Christian radioA divine meeting with a pastorSalvation on a New York City pierThe transformation that followedJoe’s ministry and teaching todayKey MessageEvery person is worth reaching, and God can transform anyone who truly seeks Him.Podcast Keywords (SEO)Use these for Captivate tags and search rankingChristian testimony Born again testimony Salvation story Christian conversion story Bible teaching Christian podcast Faith journey Jesus testimony Christian discipleship Christian radio testimony New York testimony Law enforcement testimony Christian apologetics Christian faith journey Kingdom Crossroads podcast Joe Russiello testimony Christian ministry stories Christian life transformationGuest LinksJoe RussielloWebsite joerooz.comRumble rumble.com/joeroozCall to ActionIf this episode encouraged you:Follow the podcastShare this episode with someone who needs to hear it

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