Below you will find real testmonies of men who have attended The Crest.  From restored marriages to drug addictions being broken, stories like these are why this event exists.  The word says that we will overcome by the power of our testimonies and these men are living proof.

This retreat was a last resort for me.  I needed God to move desperately in my life.  I've been married for two and half years and for two of those I've been addicted to prescription drugs. My once vibrant marriage was on the verge of ruin.  I needed to meet God and have Him restore my life in all areas.  This has been a great weekend and for the first time I was able to let myself go and find God once again.  I am believing that this is the weekend that I can look back on in my life and say that is where I drew a line and made my stand for me, my family and my God.
- Mike

I needed this more than I thought.  I felt addictions break free from me. Most of all, I felt God touch me.  I will now make time for God because I know He has time for me.
- Rob Eckstein

Through the power of God, I have found that I am not alone.  I have given myself freely to God and have confessed a sexual addiction to my brothers in Christ, God and more importantly to myself.  By stepping out, I can truly say, "I will defeat my addiction.  I will destroy that punk that puts images in my head and tells me that porn is ok.  With the power of God, my brothers in Christ and my wife, I will be victorious."
- Ken

The Bible says that as iron sharpens iron so one man sharpens another.  This weekend is all about that.  The Christian life was intended to be lived out in community.  Yet a lot of guys live isolated from the community of men that could sharpen them.  This weekend is not just about 'slowing down' but 'getting up.'
- Derek Metro - Stockton, CA

This weekend was a test that proved to me that God is there and worthy of putting all my faith in Him.  I want to give Him 100% now.  He stands with power with me.  He took my pride and gave me power to STEP OUT of my comfort zone without fear.
- Steven Porter - Stockton, CA

This retreat has totally blessed me.  I found God.  I met and spoke to Him. I feel totally restored and recreated.  I have a new boldness, worship, praise, new love for God. I have been broken of strongholds and sin restricting me to come to God.  Just total deliverance and greatness through Jesus Christ.
- Joe Aguilar - Modesto, CA

I feel that God has touched me in my physical body, a progressive healing of my lower back. I feel my main purpose for being here this weekend was to encourage my brother in the Lord in what He's going through in his life and marriage.  I praise God that He used me for that.
- Damien Clayton - Modesto, CA

This weekend I truly worshipped God for the first time. I felt like I really broke free of what was binding me.  I lifted my hands and I truly praised God.  I feel like I have really been in the presence of God.  I have been blessed this weekend and I thank God for giving me this opportunity to be here and teaching me this weekend.  Thank you God.
- Jedediah Hignell

My husband and his buddy attended the crest last November, and has never been the same since.  I was praying and believing he would have a touch from God.  On the last day of the retreat he spoke to Jack Paper about having dificulties finding the camp.  One thing led to another, and he prayed for breakthrough in his walk with God.  Well God got ahold of him, I am so excited to what God has instore for this year.  I know it will be awesome!!
- Jamie - Modesto, CA

This weekend showed me a different way to worship the Lord. I learned that it's okay to truly worship God.  Everyone worships in a different manner, but it all leads in the same direction. It was awesome.

I cannot say enough good things about this weekend.  God was here waiting for us.  Together with all the men representing the church of Christ.  We humbly sought His face, prayed and worshipped our father in heaven.  I saw men turning from their wicked ways with the help of Christ and I see the healing hand of God on these men.  I am excited because as we head down this moutain to our families, communities, work and school places we will be carrying the love of Christ in us to share and encourage others in a bold way.
- John Jeleti - Stockton, CA

Last weekend changed my life.  God spoke to me during our quiet time and revealed to me that I was addicted to pornography.  God forced me to confess my sin, not because God didn't know, but because God already knew and that God had already forgiven me, but it was about time I stopped walking in darkness and see that God is the light and glorify God by stepping out.  Last weekend not only allowed me to confess to God, but confess to a room of men I barely knew, myself and to my wife, yes, my wife.  The power of God is an amazing thing.  My wife sees an amazing change in me and so do my children.  I've given everything to God and by God's glory and grace the punk will be beaten and God will be victorious in this household.

Praise God!
- Ken, Modesto, CA

I enjoyed the experience as a first timer.  The Crest was a huge step for me outside of my comfort zone, one that I didn't regret.
- Arnold

I just wanted to tell you thanks once more.  My knee still feels great, and my growth in the LORD is only getting bigger.  The Crest touched my heart and my soul, I will never forget this.  Can't wait till next year and will be looking forward to it.  May the LORD be with you and your wife always.

Your brother in Christ
Robert/Dolphin Fan

The Crest changed and challenged me in ways that I didn't think would happen.  I didn't know what to expect (1st men's retreat) but I got totally blessed and blown away by the power of God in that place.  I give God all the honor and glory for the changes that took place and will continue to do so as I apply what I've learned.  This was an unforgettable experience.
- Lenny Tracy

I just want to start out by saying how much "The Crest" has changed me.  This trip with everyone has been an huge eye opener for me.  I think we all find ourselves wondering "what are we here for?" or "how can I use my talents to serve God?"  I went into the "The Crest" expecting to get something out of it.  But I received more than I could have ever imagined. It was such an awesome trip and such an honor to be part of it.  I finally figured out what my talents are and how I could use them to serve God and use it to help others find Him.
- Chris Alexander

I came with my son, I saw him grow in the Lord.  This weekend he truly came of age in the Lord. Myself, I was able to clear my mind and concentrate on my own walk with the Lord.  I have seen the awesome power of the Holy Spirit reach out and grab hold of those who did not know Him in a way that only God can.
- Mitch Stover

I found support in my struggles here at the Crest.

- Randy Chambers