From Cocaine Addiction to Christ: Jonathan Rabe Powerful Transformation Story
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Jonathan Rabe's life was spiraling out of control—wild parties, endless alcohol, cocaine addiction, sleeping tablets, and two rehabilitation programs. The successful Pretoria interior designer lived what he calls "a very busy self-celebratory lifestyle, full of pride and a deep desire to please others," never recognizing his worth as being "fearfully and wonderfully made in the image of Christ."
"I cannot count the number of times the enemy attacked me physically and emotionally," Jonathan told host Auntie Megs on JustGospel Radio. "There were moments when I didn't even know how I made it home safely. Some force, an angel, drove my car home."
His continued substance abuse eventually cost him everything—his money, his car, and his Linwood studio in Pretoria. Rock bottom brought a humble restart in Vereeniging, forcing deep self-introspection and complete surrender to God. "For the first time, I relied fully on Him for clarity and direction," he explains.
The transformation began with an encounter with Jesus that changed everything. "It was just a feeling of everything being released off my life—that baggage you used to carry, unforgiveness, pride, wondering what people think about you," Jonathan recalls. Through complete surrender, God began revealing His plans through unexpected ways.
When God instructed Jonathan to join a gym despite having no finances, someone miraculously paid his membership. There, a stranger approached him saying, "You are such a blessing." The Holy Spirit spoke clearly: "There's your revelation. God wants to use you in Vereeniging."
Today, Jonathan is completely free from cocaine and substance abuse. "I used to hide it very well while working, but the paranoia, anger, aggression, and pride were overwhelming," he shares. "Now I have the peace and serenity of the Holy Spirit. I'm high on the Holy Spirit."
He's become a daily witness at his gym, sharing devotional words and scripture with fellow exercisers who eagerly ask to hear more about Jesus. "Certain groups don't really receive it because they're still in a worldly mindset, but the group I exercise with every morning always wants to hear more about Jesus."
Jonathan's vision extends beyond personal testimony. He's launching God's Rock Foundation, partnering with corporate clients to bring sponsorships and food schemes to Vereeniging's impoverished communities. "I know God brought us here because there's a lot of poverty in the area," he says, recalling their Christmas outreach in Three Rivers where they distributed food parcels and spent meaningful time with residents.
His message resonates with authority born from lived experience: "God doesn't judge who you are or where you've come from because He sees your heart. Today I am a new creation and a proud child of God—living proof that transformation is real.
"I cannot count the number of times the enemy attacked me physically and emotionally," Jonathan told host Auntie Megs on JustGospel Radio. "There were moments when I didn't even know how I made it home safely. Some force, an angel, drove my car home."
His continued substance abuse eventually cost him everything—his money, his car, and his Linwood studio in Pretoria. Rock bottom brought a humble restart in Vereeniging, forcing deep self-introspection and complete surrender to God. "For the first time, I relied fully on Him for clarity and direction," he explains.
The transformation began with an encounter with Jesus that changed everything. "It was just a feeling of everything being released off my life—that baggage you used to carry, unforgiveness, pride, wondering what people think about you," Jonathan recalls. Through complete surrender, God began revealing His plans through unexpected ways.
When God instructed Jonathan to join a gym despite having no finances, someone miraculously paid his membership. There, a stranger approached him saying, "You are such a blessing." The Holy Spirit spoke clearly: "There's your revelation. God wants to use you in Vereeniging."
Today, Jonathan is completely free from cocaine and substance abuse. "I used to hide it very well while working, but the paranoia, anger, aggression, and pride were overwhelming," he shares. "Now I have the peace and serenity of the Holy Spirit. I'm high on the Holy Spirit."
He's become a daily witness at his gym, sharing devotional words and scripture with fellow exercisers who eagerly ask to hear more about Jesus. "Certain groups don't really receive it because they're still in a worldly mindset, but the group I exercise with every morning always wants to hear more about Jesus."
Jonathan's vision extends beyond personal testimony. He's launching God's Rock Foundation, partnering with corporate clients to bring sponsorships and food schemes to Vereeniging's impoverished communities. "I know God brought us here because there's a lot of poverty in the area," he says, recalling their Christmas outreach in Three Rivers where they distributed food parcels and spent meaningful time with residents.
His message resonates with authority born from lived experience: "God doesn't judge who you are or where you've come from because He sees your heart. Today I am a new creation and a proud child of God—living proof that transformation is real.
