Yesterday I shared about our Beginner's Bible class for new Christians...
...and what a blessing these men are for me. I enjoy seeing them hunger and thirst for God's Word, and to see them truly want to know Jesus for themselves.
One particular prisoner who touches my heart is brother Paulding (not his real name). He hails from Harlem, a section of Manhattan. He’s doing a sentence of four to eight years.
Mr. Paulding has AIDS. He's rail thin and is physically weak at this stage of his sickness. But he can still get around, although he walks slow and talks low. Many times, I have to tilt my head forward to hear him. Brother Paulding has been a Christian for about six months. I enjoy seeing his enthusiasm for God and watching his faith grow.
A few months ago, I had the chance to witness brother Paulding's water baptism which was carried out by our chaplain. Before he went into the water to be immersed (we have a large baptismal tank) brother Paulding gave a short testimony. He told the congregation how much he loves Jesus Christ, and how thankful he is to now be "right with the Lord."
I love this man and I always make sure I give him a big hug whenever he enters the chapel. He comes to almost all the services and Bible studies, and he's always a pleasure to be around.
Christ carries the outcasts in His arms and brings them into safe pasture. Brother Paulding is a heaven-bound saint!
D.B.
One particular prisoner who touches my heart is brother Paulding (not his real name). He hails from Harlem, a section of Manhattan. He’s doing a sentence of four to eight years.
Mr. Paulding has AIDS. He's rail thin and is physically weak at this stage of his sickness. But he can still get around, although he walks slow and talks low. Many times, I have to tilt my head forward to hear him. Brother Paulding has been a Christian for about six months. I enjoy seeing his enthusiasm for God and watching his faith grow.
A few months ago, I had the chance to witness brother Paulding's water baptism which was carried out by our chaplain. Before he went into the water to be immersed (we have a large baptismal tank) brother Paulding gave a short testimony. He told the congregation how much he loves Jesus Christ, and how thankful he is to now be "right with the Lord."
I love this man and I always make sure I give him a big hug whenever he enters the chapel. He comes to almost all the services and Bible studies, and he's always a pleasure to be around.
Christ carries the outcasts in His arms and brings them into safe pasture. Brother Paulding is a heaven-bound saint!
D.B.