Introduction: A Miraculous Survival Story
Gabe Poirot’s story is one of survival against all odds, divine intervention, and a life transformed. After a near-fatal accident, Gabe experienced a profound encounter with God that not only saved his life but also reshaped his entire outlook on life and faith. In an interview with John Matarazzo from Charisma Media, Gabe shares his incredible testimony and the lessons he has learned through this life-altering experience.
The Accident: A Life Hanging in the Balance
On a sunny day in October 2021, Gabe was enjoying an afternoon with friends, racing on electric skateboards in Texas. Without a helmet, Gabe hit a bump in the road and was thrown off his skateboard, landing directly on his head. The impact was catastrophic—his skull cracked open, and blood rushed out with such force that it flowed through his ears. His lung collapsed, and he was barely breathing, taking only one breath every 60 seconds. Gabe recalls how he instantly left his body and lost consciousness, teetering on the edge of life and death.
“If it wasn’t for my friends who were with me, I would have lied there for the rest of eternity,” Gabe shares, recounting how he was out in the country, far from immediate help. Miraculously, his friends were able to get an ambulance there in time, but Gabe was already in a naturally induced coma.
A Coma and a Grim Prognosis
For the next 2 1/2 weeks, Gabe remained in a coma, with little hope for recovery. The medical staff at the ICU discussed him in the past tense, and one nurse even asked his mother if he had written a last will. The outlook was bleak—traumatic brain injuries like Gabe’s have a high mortality rate, and those who do survive are often left in a vegetative state.
Despite the grim diagnosis, hundreds of people were praying for Gabe. His family, who lived in Virginia, flew to Texas to be by his side, standing in faith for his recovery.
Divine Intervention: The Spirit of the Lord Wakes Him Up
As Gabe’s condition worsened, the medical team was preparing to take drastic measures to keep him alive. Right before they were about to take out his throat because his brain wasn’t functioning properly, something miraculous happened. “The Spirit of the Lord woke me up and brought me back,” Gabe recalls. He woke up during the week of November 12th, and what followed was nothing short of extraordinary.
Not only did Gabe come out of the coma, but his memory began to return over the course of a few days. He went from being unable to talk and barely remembering anyone to fully recovering within a couple of months. “I sold the skateboard, left the hospital, and have been telling the testimony ever since,” he says.
Life Before the Accident: A Journey of Faith
Before the accident, Gabe was already committed to living for the Lord. At 18, he moved to Fort Worth, Texas, to attend Bible College, where he studied biblical studies and earned a two-year degree. Gabe had a deep love for the Lord, a passion that had been with him since high school.
As a freshman in high school, Gabe had a profound encounter with the Holy Spirit while watching a sermon alone in his room. The Holy Spirit knocked him to the ground and gave him a vision of preaching the gospel. This vision began to manifest in his life as he saw over 120 students in his public high school come to Christ. His senior year, the school principal, who was retiring, gave Gabe the opportunity to say whatever he wanted during the graduation speech, which he used to share the gospel.
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A New Perspective: Living a Life Fully Committed to God
While Gabe had loved the Lord before his accident, the experience profoundly changed his outlook on life and faith. “It is remarkably different how I viewed everything then compared to now,” he admits. Gabe realized that his life was not his own, but a gift of grace from God. This newfound understanding led him to live with a heightened sense of purpose and commitment to God’s calling on his life.
Gabe shares how, before the accident, he had been “dipping his foot in with the world,” pursuing other dreams and passions. However, after the accident, he became fully committed to living with God, avoiding anything that could compromise his walk with the Lord. “I don’t want anything to do with the middle ground or gray areas because I know how fiery He really is,” he says.
The True Nature of Jesus: A Fiery Encounter
Gabe’s encounter with Jesus has left him with a deep conviction about the true nature of Christ. He is passionate about correcting the misconceptions many people have about Jesus, who is often portrayed as a soft, agreeable figure. “The Jesus I encountered is not a little boy. He’s not agreeable, and He doesn’t ask for your opinion or feelings,” Gabe explains. Instead, Jesus is truth and goodness, uncompromising and unwavering.
Gabe expresses frustration with how Jesus is often presented in churches today, leading him to prefer preaching to those on the streets rather than in many church settings. He believes that the real Jesus does not play games and is far more powerful and transformative than what is often depicted.
Evangelizing Through Social Media: Reaching Millions
After his accident, Gabe has only intensified his efforts to spread the gospel. What started as a small effort to reach his generation through social media has grown into a massive platform. Gabe’s content has reached over 300 million views across YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and other platforms, leading to over 70,000 recorded salvations.
Gabe attributes this success to his authenticity and his ability to connect with people where they are. “We need to remember that first, we’re not talking to a camera—we’re talking to a person,” he says. He emphasizes the importance of providing value to his audience, whether through spiritual insights or practical tips, which helps build trust and opens the door to share the gospel.
Personal Testimonies: Lives Transformed
Gabe’s ministry has touched countless lives. He shares stories of people like Ruben from California, who was contemplating taking someone’s life. After coming across one of Gabe’s TikTok videos, Ruben’s heart was touched by God’s love, leading him to forgive the person and give his life to Christ. Stories like these remind Gabe of the real people on the other side of the screen, whose lives are being transformed by the gospel.
Preparing for What’s Next: A Season of Preparation
In recent months, Gabe has felt the Lord urging him to take a pause from his fast-paced content creation to prepare for what’s coming. “Preparation is never wasted time,” he says, sensing that a significant shaking is coming to the world and the church. Gabe is using this time to focus on his relationship with his wife, get into the Word, and ensure that his house is in order before pushing ahead with new public initiatives.
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Preaching the Gospel: An Invitation to Say Yes to Jesus
At the heart of Gabe’s message is the simple yet profound invitation to say “yes” to Jesus. Whether someone has been a believer for years or is hearing the gospel for the first time, Gabe’s message is clear: Jesus is calling you. “The God of the heavens and the earth created everything around you because He wanted to make a place for you,” Gabe says. Jesus loves you, and He has already paid the price for your mistakes. All He asks is for your “yes.”
Gabe concludes by inviting everyone watching or reading to speak the name of Jesus, place their faith in Him, and receive His love. “He didn’t come to start a religion—He came just to be your friend now, to be your Savior now.”
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Conclusion: A Life Transformed by Grace
Gabe Poirot’s story is a powerful testament to God’s grace and the transformative power of an encounter with Jesus. From surviving a traumatic accident to becoming a voice for the gospel to millions, Gabe’s life is a reflection of what it means to live fully committed to Christ. His journey is a reminder that no matter how dire the circumstances, God’s love is always greater, and His plans for us are beyond what we can imagine.