Recently, my wife Hendrina and I attended a women’s support group where each participant was deeply impacted by the incarceration of a loved one. I quickly realized that it was Hendrina’s openness and honesty that explained why we were there. As she shared about the...
As a teenager, Russell struggled with substance abuse. He remembers his mom taking him to church as a child, but as soon as he was old enough to make his own decisions, he stopped going. By 2002, at age 26, Russell had achieved success by the world’s standards and...
On December 3, people in over 80 countries will come together for Giving Tuesday—a global movement celebrating generosity in all its forms. Since its start in 2012, Giving Tuesday has inspired millions to support causes they care about by giving, volunteering,...
Rodger’s first encounter with the Bible came at Vacation Bible School (VBS) when he was just eight years old. While he wasn’t raised in a Christian household, he remembers riding the VBS bus with his sister, learning about Jesus, and singing songs like “Jesus...
Veterans are often seen as heroes who have served their country with honor, but an unfortunate reality exists for some: incarceration. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, veterans make up about 8% of the state prison population and almost 6% of the federal...
“It’s my time to shine brightly in the darkness of incarceration.” Growing up with two loving parents and excelling in school, Robert’s life took a sharp turn when he followed his older brother into substance abuse. At just 17, he found himself in prison—scared,...
