Episode #158 Part 2: James Coleman - Prayed Up!

Donald considered prison a blessing because God worked on him during the 32 years inside. He realized a self-worth that he never experienced before.

Growing up with a physical abusive father and an emotionally abusive mother, Donald felt unloved, unwanted. At 15 he ran away from home. At 22, he had his own business but he still needed money so he decided to rob a bank. A bad decision. Captured, he was sentenced to 25 years mandatory to life for the murder of the bank manager. His accomplice pulled the trigger but no matter, the harsh penalty was the result. Donald served 32 years.

After years of separation, Jessica and her mother now minister to incarcerated women, not only in Florida but in other States as well. Jessica is a living example of God's love for us all.

Sexually abused by her father at the age of 7, Jessica started hard drugs at 12. Trauma after trauma followed, including house burglaries and prostitution to support her habit. She lived a nightmare. But this story has a God ending!

A husband and wife team that ministers to the incarcerated, brings life to the lifeless and has a Passion for Prison.

Jessica wondered why her prayers were not being answered and her friends were. At that point, she decided to trust and believe and her life changed. Learn how. 

Walter got his freedom back through an overturned conviction. Walt advises everyone to discover what you want to do in life and ask like minded people to help guide you on the path. Walt has a servant's mentality and lives his life accordingly.

James began his prison time taking advantage of Bible study time with a diverse group of inmates. He felt the presence of the Holy Spirit upon him because he stayed in prayer. Teaching opportunities arose and he began GED classes for those who wanted to improve their lives while still inside. All in all, James spent his time being a servant to others.

James excelled academically but after-school time became the problem. Big chains, bracelets, and conflicts became his life which eventually ended up getting him charged with "armed this and armed that." 18 years imprisonment was his sentence. He did 13 years, 6 months and 27 days after exemplary military service. What went wrong?

David, while serving 10 years, became involved in the Faith and Character program of his Florida camp. God kept giving him messages of encouragement during his time, which he listened to and made a focus of his life.