Air Force veteran Mike Smith has lived through the depths most people only fear: untreated bipolar disorder, two suicide attempts, homelessness, padded cells, institutionalization, and years of feeling forgotten by the world. But through it all, one thing kept him alive—faith. And one thing brought him clarity—thirty-five years of raw journaling, which now make up his book The Gutter Gospel.

In this powerful conversation, Mike opens up about:

• Growing up in chaos and losing his father young
• Being kicked out of the military
• Severe manic episodes, including hallucinations and restraints
• His time in homeless shelters and state institutions
• How journaling became his lifeline
• The moment God redirected his life toward helping others
• Why he now spends his days serving veterans, inmates, and the hungry
• How donations to Seeds of Hope Food Pantry are changing lives

If you or someone you know is struggling with mental illness, addiction, homelessness, or loss of faith, this episode is a reminder that rock bottom is not the end—and that redemption can begin in the gutter.

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