From Gangster to Christian: Johnny Chang Sit Down Part 2 | Michael Franzese
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- Опубликовано: 15 июн 2024
- Join me in this incredible continuation of the sitdown with Johnny Chang, where we dive even deeper into his journey of transformation. From his challenging past as a former gang member to the powerful moments of spiritual awakening, Johnny shares how the Word of God became a guiding light in his life. His story is a testament to the strength of faith and the astonishing power of redemption. Tune in for a conversation that goes beyond the surface, exploring the complexities of change, acceptance, and the unyielding grace of God. 🙏✨ #TransformationContinues #RedemptionJourney #JohnnyChangInterview #FaithUnveiled #MichaelFranzese #Sitdown #WahChingGang #AsianAmericanOrganizedCrime
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You know what’s better than a mob/gangster story? One of redemption. Thank you for sharing this. ❤
Amen!
Exactly right.. i say and feel the exact same way.. dont matter who what or where we are all from. As human beings the mistakes will be the same. What makes us great in many ways is the ability to understand and right our wrongs. Redemption arc is the best bit! But it all begins with acceptance and knowing then day by day make those changes
@@michaelfranzese it feels this lesson is lost on many.
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It’s a shame this redemption is only sought after in film when we have 2 examples right here.
This redemption story true blesses my soul and all of the wisdom within is so inspiring I must pass it on. Someone can be set free from generational trauma- time we team up showing unity to go into the spirit Nd blame the Vandal- the thief comes to steal kill and Destroy but Jesus has come to give life and life more abundantly!!!
this has convinced me to read the Bible. I struggled so much in life, never knew the solution. Hearing Johnny I am ready to try accepting God and see if that can help me
It will definitely help you! And I highly advise that while walking and having personal relationship with the Lord by reading the bible and praying, it's also best if you check any nearest Christian community with you as long as the foundation of their faith aligns with the word of God(Salvation is a gift we received from Jesus who died for our sins, and Good works is the consequence of our Salvation with the Lord, not the reason for salvation). Having fellow Christians around you will definitely help you and will be your accountability partner to remind you, pray for you and encourage you in your walk with the Lord. God Bless you. 😊
I hope you have and are on your road to true happiness and I'll be🙏 you find it!❤
I hope the start of your journey is going well. And if it isn't, just keep trying. Like Jesus said: All I ask for is your heart, the rest will follow. Trust Him, and you will be just fine :)
Jeremiah29:13
Hey, I know this is late but try out the Robert M'Cheyene reading plan if you want a structured schedule to stick to
The first part of this sit down made me reach out to my estranged son. Thank you guys!
That's awesome..life is short
@@michaelfranzese I’ll keep you posted
Amén
@@michaelfranzesesomething about it! It got in my head too. And for me spiritually
Powerful. Thank you for sharing. Wishing you a strong bond with your son. Happy holidays
Part 1 made me cry. God Bless everyone dealing with sin 🙏🏽
I cried toobecause of part 1
Wow, what a well spoken young man. He conveys his point so well, so clear and with such sincerity. The other thought I have is, this pasture who helped Johnny see the light is also an amazing person.
I wish I could go to his church or have a pastor like his
Man, I was never the most religious guy but recently I was in a very bad place so I prayed and submitted myself to Christ I promised in my prayer that I will get a Bible the next day. I wake up the next day to my mother calling me, she asked me to go out with her because she said she found somebody to help me with some of my university work and when we met the first thing she did was offer me a brand new Bible, I was shocked and started wondering how would she know I needed one or that I was praying at all. I haven't lived with my parents since I was 17 it's been 5 years, she said some people were offering free Bibles in front of the theater she went to earlier that morning. I always heard about stories like that but to experience it was something else. I can't believe that to be a coincidence. Christ is King 🙏🧡
Damn wtf, I just saw you in zherka s chat, and your name and profile pic looked familar . That’s a crazy coincidence
@@ChristopherBorromeo-us1kw Yeah that was me! Small world. Christ is king!
The most inspiring interview I have ever witnessed in 53 years.I’m struggling atm to say the least but this interview definitely brought me a notch closer to ☮️thank you micheal, thank you Johnny and a huge Thank you to michaels wife for planting the seed in Michael.Amen
Amen!
Jonnys' voice sounds so at peace with the world I can feel it, Thankss for this session Michael its one of your best
When Michael and Johnny speaks, we listen 🙏🏼🥰
I am not Christian, but I love to hear Michael and Johnny talking to each other and also speak to all of us. Let us leave all evil thoughts and actions behind, and listen to the Lord.
One of your most meaningful sit downs ever, Michael. Thank you and God Bless you and Johnny for sharing with us.
Just goes to show,no matter race,creed or color,we all need each other and the good lord,who delivered me from a thirty yr herion addiction, and all the mess that comes with it,and having more fun now then ever did partying, praise god,God blessMichael and brother Johnny ,AMEN ✌️🙏
Im watching this video from Jordan middle east I wish all people out here and in the world could watch and understand how great God is 🙏🏼
These two episodes are some of the most inspirational and moving videos I have seen on RUclips...ever! After the first episode, I was so moved I dusted off my bible and read a few pages and looked online for "bible study guides". Johnny & Michael's conversation was very real and heartwarming...even though it was also very dark, yet it was so "hopeful". God bless Johnny's mother...what an angel. I thank you both of these videos. Please keep up this amazing work and thank you!
I respect everyone's choices, but you don't need tall tales, from an invisible sky daddy to change your life.
I wish you the best. @@metalmacabre9991
@@metalmacabre9991 I used to be the same way as you. But after debating Christian apologists, I learned that the evidence is overwhelming in the proof of God
@@scotopicvision it's not overwhelming, if that's true then why are there so many religions? Evolution cannot be denied, that's the ultimate evidence.
@@metalmacabre9991 Yes it is, and there are answers to those questions.
Johnny's authenticity is truly commendable. It's great to see someone change in such a profound way and become an inspiration to many others.
Why am I tearing up throughout this interview 🥹
I’m not a person who cries I always think don’t cry about it do something about it. Mr. Chang’s testimony and story was so moving and when he and his Dad burnt the bad bridges released the hate and let the power of love and forgiveness replace it I felt like my heart muscles were being massaged and tears started rolling out of my eyes. You’re not the only one that was speechless. Hearing people’s stories that have been there and to hear how the power of the Lord has entered them and says hey you I forgive you and love you and I have a mission for you, you’ve been showed the darkness now it’s time for you to see the light. It’s actually miracle’s in real time. God never ceases to amaze me. This was so moving spiritually thank you both and God bless. Personally thank you for uplifting my spirit I needed it.
I was at gunpoint and knew this was it. I knew it was different that time and I felt the presence of death. God supernaturally intervened and I prayed to receive Christ that day. It was a miracle and God has been faithful every day. My life is His. God bless you both! I hope others find Christ through these testimonies. 🙏
You do realise thousands of people have similar stories but attribute their turnaround to a completely different god right?
@@crazyprayingmantis5596 I realize people give credit where it is not due a lot, or they give no credit at all and call it luck or chance. I spent most of my life not knowing God. He nonetheless knew me, and He intervened in my life so many times before I came to a saving knowledge of Jesus. I have no doubt that there is one true God and that His Son Jesus died and rose again so that I could be forgiven and free. Everyone has their own journey to find that truth for themself, but there is only one truth and it is in Him.
@crazyprayingmantis5596 God is universal. When it comes down to theology that's a whole different story.
@@crazyprayingmantis5596 There is only one true God. He is the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. He is the Creator of the universe and all things. He is the only one worthy of all of our praise. If you disagree, you can tell Him when you meet Him face to face someday.
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What exactly are you referring to when you use the word God?
The darker the night the brighter the stars. Without my failures I would have never turned to God. Thank you two for helping show the way 🙏🏽
An impressive young man, without sounding condescending I'm proud of him 🙏
Every words and speeches that came out from these two gentlemen were not scripted or written down, those words came from the their hearts and the words of GOD. 🙏
I heard his story before and i gotta say its pretty amazing. Also i just realized he was a member of the Wah Ching. They were a crazy hardcore gang in cali.
It's cool to hear stories of redemption from evil life style in the name yeshua I pray for everyone to give glory to him and follow him
Praise Zorg
This convinced me to start reading the Bible and take it seriously this time. I have a Bible app and have not opened it once, I am 23 and from 18 to now my thoughts and beliefs have changed. My dad is a believer, and I always did too but never did dive into it deeper and at some point denied it. Lord thank you for bringing me to this video. Now I'll tell my dad to get me a nice beautiful Bible to read. Thank you Johnny and to Michael for this amazing interview, thank you for bringing me to get closer to God. ❤
I’m an atheist but you raise a very good point about the heart being feeble and easily misled.
Religion is kinda like a drug for the soul. It soothes unknowable doubts about existence and gives hope when there is non.
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And blows up other countries who don't share the same religion.
@@crazyprayingmantis5596 valid point, all religions have ideological flaws and can spawn extremism. Counter point, religious extremism is usually more than just religious fervour. Islamic for instance was largely driven by the instability Russian and America caused in the middle east and perceived crimes against their people.
Every system of thought etc can be used,manipulated etc for wrong as the common factor of all is humanity. History has spoken and will continue to speak.....
@@qmechanics
You know nothing more about the after life than I. Keep pretending.
I’m so proud of these 2 men. God works miracles.
I got chills watching this when Johnny talked about his father being dragged by past trauma of killing a person.. my father has the same story and has been overcome by alcohol addiction that has ruined his life.. I am trying to get him to watch interviews and testimonies like this to find hope. Thank you guys for all that you do for the Kingdom!❤
Michael the only thing I can say is verse from the song
"Look what Lord has done".
Only God so transform a willing and repentent person like Johnny and you and give them such a wonderful testimony. Thank you my friend and may the Lord continually Bless you!!
I used to be a scumbag lowlife until I started believing in Zorg and Zorg changed my life, I now help old ladies across the street.
Praise Zorg
Praise God 🙏🏼 This is such a beautiful message and it warms my heart to see Johnny's testimony getting so much love & exposure. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Both of you men have great testimonies. Coming from different situations but similar in so many ways. Powerful!! God bless both of you. ❤
I'm only half way through this and all i can say is WOW. I watched part 1 and was speechless with a WOW. Both of you will be in Heaven i believe. I thank GOD for you.
They will be in heaven because they are "perfected and righteous in Christ" to quote Johnny!
Great story Mr. Franzese! Thank you for having Johnny as a guest to share this incredible story! 🙏🏼❤
I did to. I needed this right now.
What an intelligent and chill man. Hes so in peace or at least it looks like. Amazing ❤
“We are all prisoners in our heart!” Love how he said “don’t do it for others forgive them for you break those chains!”
I did over 10 years in prison, and completely understand, and feel what he is saying. My life is completely different with the Lord and great to hear other people making it out as well and now helping others. Great story listen to today. AMEN 🙏
These two episodes enforced my faith like nothing ever has before
Perfect example of how our God can switch things up in anybody's life. Beautiful.
Shout out to my brother Johnny and Michael. This interview will no doubt uplift God's kingdom
I used to be a scumbag before I started letting Zorg into my life, now I'm such a great person.
Praise Zorg
God bless you and Johnny and your families. All the best guys
Much respect johnny cheng. I grew up in mpk and saw alot of the asain Mexican gangscene in sgv. Never easy to get out of. Keep up the hard work
The way you guys have this discussion is so calming and loving. Thank you for part 2!
All I can say is WOW ,This guy is so amazing ty micheal
God is Good all the time
This is amazing!!! I love hearing your stories Micheal. I'm 47 years old and started reading the Bible when I was 29. My life turned around for 2 years. Then I stopped reading the Bible and my life fell apart. It's so true that once we are separated from God and Jesus were lost. With God and Jesus anything is possible. Your and Johnny are living proof how Jesus saved you guys here on earth and saved u into eternity. God bless u Micheal
I'm the same age as you. Every time I sin, I not only feel guilt, but also this feeling of separation from God. Not a total separation, but a weaker connection. It's weird - it's almost a scientific formula.
Thank you Michael. This video will save lives. To God be the glory.
What a very articulate, well spoken and sincere young man. To see such an amazing transformation from the street life to a preacher is very heartwarming and really touches the soul! If he as well as you can change one mind, one soul, one heart to find a higher power then that justifies all the evil that has happened at your hands. It takes a brave and retrospective person to look in the mirror, see what affect that life is doing to you and others and be able to dig down and make those changes from within ...that is a legitimate tough guy! It’s very easy to be drawn into the dirty side of life and not have any remorse or conscious, but to make such a radical and sincere change to recognize what bitter fruit that life is truly bearing now that takes strength, conviction and a pure heart to do. God Bless you Mr. Franzese and you as well Mr. Johnny Chang for walking the gauntlet knowing full well it could have not ended on such a positive note and the consequences could have not ended well is a testament to what we are capable of achieving! Outstanding video one of the best things I’ve watched in my 60+ years coming out of The Bronx & Brooklyn NYC, stay strong!
Mr franzese.. thank you!! Am 51, am no longer restless or para.. i found peace.
Michael, this is a great ending to a fabulous Sit Down!! Thank You for sharing Johnny's Story!! Hope a lot of people will see this and their life will be changed from where they were headed!!! Lots of Love to You Both!!!❤❤❤❤
Micheal you make my life much easier with your and people who came to your show words. Thank you for the support both mentally and spiritually. This is coming from a muslim guy.
Encouraging and deep sit down. Thank you Jesus for saving all of us. Keep up Gods great work Michael & Johnny, blessings to you and your families.
Thank you Johnny and Michael for sharing your story and testimony. It really shows you the power of God! You two are an inspiration!
It shows me the power of a guilty conscience and the power of people, no God was required for this to happen.
@@LouiseCompanion
So what?
Why should anyone believe anything written in any holy book?
@@crazyprayingmantis5596 nobody believes what u say either lil bro. God will show u one day
I love you guys for how you transferred all the pain you went through to this moment right here. I love every single one of you reading my comment, we are all equal under God.
Michael you will never read this but i am so in awe of how you are inspiring the youth it' s remarkable honestly. You went through all of it and that' s what makes you so influential on the young people that need this message but don' t want to hear it from nobody who hasn't been in the life themselves.
The good thing about what they talk about is that they explain it in very practical ways and how it applies to life itself instead of just reading a verse and expect someone who never heard it before it to discern it. Practicality and guidance is key.
This was amazingly powerful..!! A man who truly walks with ("GOD") grows... Today I saw Michael grow .. I truly believe in Michael faith.!
I think you two gentlemen could do some amazing things together through God‘s power. It is my hope to see you two podcast or ministry somehow on a regular basis. I need it & the world needs it. Godspeed and sending you love to both of you and your families, respectively. 🙏🙌❤️
Michael ,Johnny I am 55. I have young children. 6 actually including A new baby named Abraham and a grown son just starting college. My childhood was very similar with a very abusive father. I relate to it’s from an early age and literally being so reckless figuring waiting around for something to happen is worse than forcing the end by being a savage. But the most moving part of this was the explanation of sin and the feeling of depression always returning. The common sins repeating in a vicious cycle . How throwing out those thought which are the beginning of it all is where the freedom is. I truly love that. However I live in the cycle. I genuinely want to grow past it and love my family through it all and I have been in a spiritual war for years. I carry all that pain and trudge through with such difficulty yet I. Am still be moved to tears by the word of God. I will pray for you. Please pray for me. Thanks Michael and Johnny. God bless. 🙏
Man the release of truly understanding when he explained that believing in being a sinner is doubt of are savior. I broke down and just found just a comforting release of that thought.
Great testimony Godspeed Johnny and Micheal
Mike, the first episode might not get as many views as your other videos. But I can say it’s one of the most inspirational episode out of all of them. I thought your testimony was amazing, But Johnny hit the feels!
I came to the Church as an adult, I had right from being a child asked questions about it. Nobody pushed me to it, I was curious and wanted to know more. So I looked into it, I asked more questions and while I am not perfect and while there are still things I am learning about my faith I would not trade it for anything. My eyes and my heart are opened to new things everyday, I am proud to be a Catholic. Never stop asking questions and learning, be who you are meant to be. Thank you for sharing with us, peace be with you 🙏🏻 💜
Thank you for sharing these 2 videos with Johnny. It was powerful how his father broke and asked for forgiveness as well. His mother's complete trust in the Lord. Knowing HE would touch Johnny's heart and life. Amazing testimony. Thank you once again... God bless
Praise the Lord! Awesome interview! God’s blessings to both you, Johnny, and all your families.
This interview was brilliant the parts 1 and 2 were amazing, very inspirational viewing!
This entire interview was amazing. Hearing his story will open a lot of eyes. I'm so glad he found peace and was able to share that peace with his loved ones. I'm not a religious man, but anything that helps someone find peace and balance in their life is a good thing. Thank you for having him on, Michael. Uplifting and inspiring interviews like this are even better than the crime stories. Here's hoping you and Johnny do more collaborations in the future.
Thanks for having Johnny for a Part 2, Michael!!. As you know, Take care, God Bless You and Your Family Michael!! What a Good Strong Testimony from Johnny!!😀♥️♥️♥️🙏👏👏👏👍
Wow his storytelling and explaining of the feelings we go through is amazing. Thank you for bringing him on! God bless
When he talks about forgiveness it touched my heart.
Johnny may God bless you.. Your deep understanding and grasp of the word is really uneplainable... You really inspire me..
Great testimony ! Spot on with the words "Church hurt" !! I'm now inspired to attend a church again after spending many years avoiding fellowship and living a life of my own.
Michael I’m a proud Neapolitan- Italian I’m from Upstate New York & I Watch all of your videos, these two videos wit this kid have affected me more profoundly than anything I’ve ever watched. Thank you Paisan 🙏🇮🇹
This is one of the better interviews with Johnny! Other channels are more into the war stories but not really touch on how Johnny found God in detail, and how his new change in faith changed his life forever to help others.
Wow what a life these amazing guys have lived and to be where they are now,I’ve only recently started to believe in god myself but my faith is not as strong as maybe it should be.I try to get my little daughter’s to pray before bed every night
Praise God for this powerful testimony. Thank you for sharing your testimony with us all Johnny and also Michael for giving his platform for the glory of God.
One of your best interviews Michael, great content. God Bless to both of you!
what amazing wisdom for a young man, i just marvel at Johnnys words and transformation. Truly the Holy Spirit is at work in him.
God bless my family in Christ who are doing it tough in their lives.
Thank you Michael and Johnny. Bless Up. 💪🏻✝️ Christ is King!
" do you want to beright, or do you want to be happy" an og as Johnny would say taught me that on my road to finding faith and often said they can't coexist. I 🙏🏻 every day to be linked up with more people like me, like you, to put our collective faith and motivation together to create change. Love and peace to you and yours ❤🙏🏻
Father was the house and somebody else was the vandal that damaged it. WOW. Tears, brother. Powerful.
Touched by both of your stories.salvation is the only way🙏🏿
Amazing story, be blessed.
I NEED PEOPLE LIKE JOHNNY CHANG AND MICHEAL FRANZESE IN MY LIFE
Love how you let your guests talk and you are like us just listening in awe,love Johnny’s story
Becoming a Christian is the smartest thing a person can do..... we're all gonna face the lord one day..... our decisions on how we live will effect us for eternity...... this was a good sit down brother.....
You do understand that a god hasn't been shown to even exist right?
What are you actually referring to when you use the word God?
What is God?
Johnny Chang for President! This is nuts
Thank you Johnny, and Michael. Imo you both represent Christianity extremely well. I was tickled to see Michael, and Johnny sit down together. Love you guys. Stay well, and God bless 🙏
Thank you Johnny and Michael.😢 In my hometown when I was a child, there was a Christian rescue mission for people who fell through the cracks of life. Above that building were the words, "Jesus Saves". I have never heard more true words. God bless both of you for speaking the truth and showing us "the way, the truth, and the life". ❤✝
Guys like peoples comments and interact, thats what makes the algo push the video.
This touched me deeply and i needed to hear this today. People sharing how Gods word can change peoples lives, makes families whole and gives people purpose.
Amen brother! God bless you brother Chan!! You are truly a son of the almighty!! We all are 🎉🎉🎉
Much love and respect
You can see this guy is the real deal,he talks about his past but at the same time he says nothing,thats because he is the real deal, having said that there are people who say nothing about there past because there's nothing too fucking say about it,plus i can see you know he is the real deal,that makes the turnaround IN his life all the more incredible, the thing is things change and then they change again and then they change again
This was an amazing interview , that does have me once again thinking about starting to read a Bible again and get closer to God & Christ..
Thankyou Mr Franzese and Johnny for this interview ,
May God Bless you both always ✝️
Thank you Michael once again for pouring out a waterfall of living water through this powerful imterciew. The mercies of the Lord truly bring peace. Only the Holy Spirit can open the eyes but know that Hes flowing through your lives. And yes Cammy behind every great man is a supportive grear wife! You both are a tremendous example! Keep em coming. By the way i had to share it with others. 🔥
Well spoken eloquent young man. God bless Johnny and God bless you Michael for bringing him on the show
I'm glad for both of you that Christ and the Heavenly Father has changed you.
That is the power of the gospel. come as many we still have on time for a better life.
Ive also been a follower of johnny for a year now. Great to see him in your channel. :) thanks sir! So much respect for you too as well. ❤
Keep doing your thing, Mr. Franzese. With familiar history, and in my dark moments, sometimes you’re the only one who keeps my chin up and makes me keep going.
Praise God 🙌 in Christ we can do all things and with God all things are possible 🙏
@@michaelfranzese1-iz1iw good to hear from you Michael, we met at Willow Creek church in IL years ago
I CRIED IN PART ONE. YES , GOD HAS MADE US PERFECT
Wow! I give this one 100%
Thank you Jesus for reaching out to this young man. God bless his heart.
Powerful testimony 🙏🙏
Michael this sit down will change lives and I’m proud to say as a young black man that’s rebuilding his faith this was right on time & god has sent you to us for a reason in Jesus name ..
this is so powerful to me--so much gratitude. onward and upward. godspeed. more and more, heaven on earth