Key Takeaway
Miraculous transformation is possible for anyone, no matter how far they have fallen, as evidenced by Pastor Che’s journey from drug dealer to faith-filled leader.
A divine calling can redirect a life toward greater purpose, including landmark legal victories and public service.
Witnessing someone raised from the dead reinforces that God’s power remains active today.
Obedience to God leads to impact in both spiritual and societal spheres.
Pastor Ché’s miraculous transformation from a heavy drug user and pusher to a devoted pastor and gubernatorial candidate began in the turbulent late 1960s. For a young immigrant boy facing racism and rejection in Maryland school hallways, the search for acceptance led him into rebellion and darkness, yet a profound divine calling changed everything when the presence of God overwhelmed him.
This set the foundation for a life marked by courage, including the moment he prayed for and witnessed a man raised from the dead.
The Crisis of Rebellion
By age 15, Pastor Ché had plunged deep into the drug scene sweeping the nation. By 17, he had become a heavy drug user and a top drug pusher, reportedly earning two thousand dollars a month in an era when that sum carried significant weight.
He dropped out of high school, an unpardonable act in his immigrant family’s eyes, and spiraled further into chaos. His parents, working tirelessly to build a new life, sent him to his uncle in hopes of straightening him out, but nothing seemed to work.
He was popular among peers for his maturity and leadership, yet inside he felt empty.
“I had everything I wanted,” he later shared, “but I was still not happy.”
This inner void drove him toward Eastern religions. He attended a Zen Buddhist meeting at the University of Maryland, received a mantra, and chanted diligently for a full year without finding peace.
The crisis reached its peak as this young man, adrift in rebellion, cried out for truth.
Divine Intervention and Miraculous Transformation
In a moment that would define his life, Pastor Ché looked up at the ceiling and prayed a dangerous prayer.
He asked God, if He existed and if what his parents said about Jesus was true, to reveal Himself.
“All of a sudden right there, immediately, the presence of God came all over me, and I began to weep,” he recalls. “I felt so much love, so much peace for the first time, and I knew it was Jesus.”
This divine intervention sparked his miraculous transformation.
Three days of weeping followed as the Holy Spirit touched him repeatedly. Two weeks later, he made a firm decision to quit drugs, repent of his sins, and surrender his life to Jesus Christ. Soon after, God baptized him in the Holy Spirit, and he felt the call to ministry.
He has now served as a pastor for 46 years, leading Harvest Rock Church and a global network spanning 73 nations.
The change was dramatic. From a life of immorality and addiction, he experienced complete deliverance.
“Apart from the power of the Holy Spirit, we cannot live this Christian life,” he emphasizes, pointing to Galatians 5 and the fruit of the Spirit that includes self-control.
Supreme Court Victory Through Courageous Faith
Years into his pastoral calling, a new crisis tested everything.
During the COVID-19 lockdowns, California authorities deemed churches non-essential while allowing abortion clinics, marijuana dispensaries, and liquor stores to operate. Pastor Ché believed this violated First Amendment rights. He opened his church for in-person worship with safety measures, prompting a letter from the Pasadena District Attorney threatening arrest and millions in fines.
Rather than comply, he and a network of churches sued Governor Newsom.
After losses in lower courts, the case reached the United States Supreme Court. On February 5, 2021, the justices ruled 6-3 in their favor, creating a landmark precedent protecting churches from such shutdowns. This supreme court victory became a powerful example of standing firm in faith.
Pastor Ché drew strength from Joshua 1:9, refusing a spirit of cowardice as described in 2 Timothy 1:7.
The Divine Calling to Run for Governor
At 2:22 a.m. one morning in April, the presence of God came upon Pastor Ché with a startling message: run for governor of California.
Initially resistant because he loved pastoring, he threw out a fleece.
“God, if you really want me to run, give me a sign. Let President Trump invite me to the White House.”
Five hours later, an email arrived inviting him to the National Day of Prayer at the White House.
This confirmation launched his campaign.
His platform focuses on economic renewal, enforcing laws like Proposition 36 to combat crime, building housing, and addressing homelessness through better stewardship. He envisions a “Million Ecclesia” of prayer warriors to shift the spiritual atmosphere of the state.
“When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice,” he often quotes from Proverbs.
Raised from the Dead: A Modern Miracle
Pastor Ché’s journey includes witnessing extraordinary signs of God’s power. After complaining to God about never seeing someone raised from the dead despite decades of ministry, an answer came swiftly.
At a press conference following devastating LA fires, Bishop Mendez suffered a heart attack and collapsed in front of Pastor Ché and others, including actor Mel Gibson.
“I put my hand on Bishop Mendez’s chest,” Pastor Ché recounts.
He declared the same Spirit that raised Christ would quicken the body, commanding life to return in Jesus’ name. Moments later, Bishop Mendez revived. He later testified of meeting Jesus in heaven and being told it was not his time. Doctors confirmed the near-death state even after the event.
This raised from the dead experience, verified by testimony and medical observation, strengthened Pastor Ché’s resolve.
A Lasting Transformation
Pastor Ché’s miraculous transformation extends beyond physical healing or legal wins.
His marriage to Sue, guided by an audible voice from God, stands as another testimony of divine guidance. Together they have built a life of integrity, with Pastor Ché forgoing a church salary for 15 years through successful business stewardship.
He emphasizes accountability and walking in the Spirit to maintain a life without hidden skeletons.
His story challenges believers to engage in society as salt and light. Whether facing personal addiction, family struggles, or cultural battles, he points to the Holy Spirit, the Word of God, and the community of believers as keys to victory. “
Seek first his kingdom,” he urges, “and all these things will be added to you.”
Watch the Miracle Unfold
The full depth of Pastor Ché Ahn’s journey from rebellion to a divine calling that includes a supreme court victory and witnessing someone raised from the dead is best experienced in the original interview. Watch it on Jan The Miracle Hunter’s YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/@JanTheMiracleHunter. Key moments include:
The emotional recounting of the immediate presence of God during his conversion at age 17.
The dramatic details of defying lockdown orders and achieving the supreme court victory.
The powerful moment of praying for Bishop Mendez and seeing him raised from the dead.
Pastor Ché’s heartfelt prayer for viewers seeking their own encounter with Jesus.
Praise God! We give Him all honor and glory for this miracle!
