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Guest Speaker Bio for Church Events / Conferences

Larry Gardner is a U.S. Navy veteran, counselor, and inspirational speaker whose testimony boldly proclaims the transforming power of Jesus Christ. After years of addiction, poor choices, and incarceration, Larry encountered God’s grace in a life-altering way that redirected his future and restored his purpose.

Today, Larry shares his story with honesty and compassion, encouraging audiences to walk in faith, surrender fully to God, and believe that no life is beyond redemption. As the author of Resilient Grace: A Story of Redemption, he speaks on topics including spiritual growth, overcoming adversity, identity in Christ, and the power of God’s grace to heal and restore lives.

Author Quotes

1️⃣ “My scars tell a story. They remind me that life tried to break me—but failed.” — Larry Gardner

2️⃣ “Grace didn’t just save me; it taught me how to live again.” — Larry Gardner

3️⃣ “God rebuilt what I destroyed and gave me purpose in the ruins.” — Larry Gardner

4️⃣ “You don’t need a perfect past for God to give you a powerful future.” — Larry Gardner

5️⃣ “I’m not who I used to be, and that’s the miracle.” — Larry Gardner

Guest Speaker Bio for Youth Groups

Larry Gardner is a U.S. Navy veteran, counselor, and author who speaks honestly with teens about real life, real choices, and real consequences—and the hope that comes from God’s grace. Growing up, Larry made decisions that led him down difficult paths, including addiction and incarceration. But his story didn’t end there.

After encountering Jesus Christ, Larry’s life was transformed. Today, he uses his experiences to connect with young people where they are, reminding them that their past does not define their future. He speaks openly about pressure, identity, mistakes, and purpose, encouraging teens to make wise choices and trust God even when life feels overwhelming.

As the author of Resilient Grace: A Story of Redemption, Larry’s message to youth is clear: it’s never too late to change direction, and God’s grace is strong enough to meet you right where you are.

Youth Events

1️⃣ “Your past doesn’t define you — your next choice does.”
2️⃣ “Real talk. Real life. Real grace.”
3️⃣ “It’s not too late to change direction.”
4️⃣ “Grace meets you where you are — not where you should be.”
5️⃣ “From bad choices to better purpose.”