A former suicidal inmate went back to her prison to share the gospel that redeemed her life.
Former Suicidal Inmate
A woman named Shannon was a former suicidal inmate who testified about the love of Jesus. After following Christ and having her life transformed, she went back to her former prison to distribute 1000 care packages to every incarcerated woman. She also shared an inspiring note that she wrote on every package she gave. She was once sitting exactly where they were and received one of those bags as an inmate.
As she recalled, she wondered what kind of people would gather and spend their time and money on people like her. She had all these thoughts as she sat inside her solitary cell contemplating suicide on Christmas day of 2014. During that time, Shannon uttered her final prayer, asking God for a sign. Suddenly, she heard a knock that changed her life forever.
God Behind Bars
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God Behind Bars
It was a knock from a God Behind Bars Volunteer, and she said, “Shannon when you get out of here, we have a care package for you to come and grab. We can’t wait to see you.” She wept that night because God answered her prayer. Eight months later, she went out of solitary and got her bag. Ten years later, she was writing a note to women in prison. Moreover, she met the Man behind every miracle she received.
“His name is Jesus Christ. At my lowest point in life, He showed up. Reminding me I was worth fighting for,” she testified. After what she experienced, she started going to God Behind Bars services and decided to give her life to Jesus. A few years later, she was released and was baptized. Bearing her testimony with her, Shannon went back to her former prison and freely shared the hope she once received.
Watch the full testimony here.
Reference | God Behind Bars
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