Growing up as a pastor’s daughter under the watchful eye of a tight-knit family and church, Ruth lived under constant pressure to perform and meet expectations. Caving to the heavy burden, Ruth found herself divorced and a single mother of three young children. Ruth turned to alcohol, sex, and porn; a years-long cycle of abuse and addiction followed as Ruth searched for “love” and relief from the emptiness. With hope and joy destroyed, Ruth sunk into a reclusive, depressive state that seemingly had no way out.

 

Thankfully, God had a different plan! After years of defeated living, God led Ruth to sobriety and taught her how to place her identity in Him alone.

 

As a speaker, Ruth shares lessons from her challenging experiences to encourage others facing addictions or strongholds. A two-time author, Ruth hosts a podcast, Out of the Darkness, showcasing transformational stories of others who have recovered from traumas and addictions.