Whatsoever things are lovely,
whatsoever things are of good
report... think on these things.
Philippians 4:8
No matter what others may think, the prison experience often produces many strong Christians...
whatsoever things are of good
report... think on these things.
Philippians 4:8
No matter what others may think, the prison experience often produces many strong Christians...
These are the men and women who became "born again" while in prison, but have not merely become believers in Jesus Christ, they've become committed disciples who are now having a powerful impact in both the world and in the churches.
I said many years ago during a lengthy interview with FOCUS ON THE FAMILY radio that I have men in my congregation who would be an asset to any church on the outside. In fact, I have often repeated these very same words because it's true. Ex-cons who have truly made Jesus the Lord of their lives make some of the best Christians. They're survivors. They have kept the faith even while living in a type of hell. They have endured persecution and mockings from fellow inmates and prison guards, yet have stayed faithful.
To confirm this, I have gotten two recent reports of men who were here at Sullivan Correctional Facility. They were dedicated to Christ in here, and have stayed on course on the outside. One relocated to Florida, where he's helping to lead worship services in a local church. While another man who did at least twenty years is busy in his church in upstate New York. The work of the Lord is never in vain (1 Corinthians 15:58).
D.B.
I said many years ago during a lengthy interview with FOCUS ON THE FAMILY radio that I have men in my congregation who would be an asset to any church on the outside. In fact, I have often repeated these very same words because it's true. Ex-cons who have truly made Jesus the Lord of their lives make some of the best Christians. They're survivors. They have kept the faith even while living in a type of hell. They have endured persecution and mockings from fellow inmates and prison guards, yet have stayed faithful.
To confirm this, I have gotten two recent reports of men who were here at Sullivan Correctional Facility. They were dedicated to Christ in here, and have stayed on course on the outside. One relocated to Florida, where he's helping to lead worship services in a local church. While another man who did at least twenty years is busy in his church in upstate New York. The work of the Lord is never in vain (1 Corinthians 15:58).
D.B.
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