What happens when the life you thought would bring you power and respect leads only to destruction? Robert Borelli knows that journey firsthand. Raised in Brooklyn, he was drawn into the Gambino crime family at a young age, searching for identity and security. What followed was a life of crime, addiction, and despair—until a prison cell became his place of surrender.
In this episode, Robert shares his incredible testimony of how Jesus found him at his lowest, redeemed his life, and set him on a new path. From being deeply entrenched in the mafia to entering witness protection and finding true freedom in Christ, his story is a testament to the transforming power of God’s grace.
Key Takeaways:
• The deceptive allure of power, money, and status
• The depths of addiction and the brokenness it brings
• A life-changing encounter with God in the midst of despair
• How surrendering to Jesus led to complete restoration
• The power of Scripture in renewing the mind and heart
This is a story of hope, transformation, and the relentless love of God. No matter where you are or what you’ve done, it’s never too late for a new beginning.
Bio:
‘At the age of 20, I was arrested for two murders and possession of a gun and I was paraded around as the up and coming star of the Gambino Crime Family. If God can save me, he can save anyone.’ — Robert Borelli
Robert Borelli was born in Brooklyn, New York, in 1954, in the middle of the Gambino Crime Family neighborhood. As a young boy he quickly built a reputation as a little tough guy. Surrounded by real tough guys he began working for The Gambino’s by fourteen. By twenty he had two murder wraps and numerous arrests under his belt. He was being paraded around the neighborhood as the up and coming star of the feared Gambino Family, the same family which John Gotti would eventually bring into the main stream media and make a household name.
Robert Borelli was once a rising star in the New York Mafia’s biggest crime family. But his gangster lifestyle—and a crippling drug addiction—eventually landed him in prison, abandoned by everyone who he knew could help him. When his three-year-old daughter asked him in tears why he didn’t visit her, despair crashed over him and he cried out: “God, either have me killed or change me—I don’t want to live like this anymore. Please help me!”
He began reading the Bible and became a new man in Christ, along with becoming a new person under the Federal Witness Protection Program. Today Robert is blessed by his wife Patricia and is passionate about sharing the truth about God’s transformative power with others.
He has gained some intense formal education in his newfound faith. Mr. Borelli’s story baffles the mind and intrigues the hearts of all who hear it.
His passion and calling is to share his story as a preventive to those who are in similar situations, and encourage each of us to find the Truth about who we really are. Today, as he tours around the world, he candidly, emotionally and passionately shares his life story with all who will listen.
Anchor Verses:
Matthew 6: 33
Romans 8:28
Galatians 2:20
Connect with Robert:
📖 The Witness: A Mafia Insider’s Journey from Darkness to Light – Robert Borelli’s book shares his powerful testimony in full detail. Get your copy on his website: https://robertborelli.com
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YouTube: https://youtube.com/@robertborellistories
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