The love and concern of Christian friends for his family in a time of crisis made an impact on Gilbert. So did his wife’s rekindled interest in the Bible. Through this, he became more and more interested in the Bible himself, and found it to be the source of the peace and life he craved.

Gilbert grew up in an alcoholic home, and despite his intention not to be like his parents that way, drinking took hold of him. A bout of appendicitis brought him into a relationship with a family whose friendship and influence spoke to him deeply. They had something that he needed.

Allen was bound in chains and led away by six officers. He was going to see a federal judge. The judge told him, “Allen, I have the authority to send you away forever.” And it was true. Allen had a criminal record that was extensive. But the judge did something unthinkable.

The law finally caught up with Allen and was able to keep him locked up in solitary confinement. He tried to use the powers that he had to be set free… but nothing worked. Allen decided to kill himself. Three times he tried to hang himself, but failed. He decided to go on a hunger…

Allen is on the run from the law. He was so violent that even his own people wanted him locked up. But it seemed that whenever the police would catch up with him, he would be able to find a way to escape. There came a day though when he couldn’t run anymore… and so…

Allen was born and raised on the San Carlos Apache reservation in Arizona. In this first of four parts, Allen shares some history regarding his people, how he got his last name, and how he turned to violence in his youth.

While her husband was serving overseas in the military, Karen was invited to church one Sunday. She declined saying that she had her own religion. The invitations kept coming, and eventually she went. What she experienced there was not what she had expected. She found genuine faith, love and concern… and so much more.

Karen shares openly about the deep issues of life including her struggle with depression and thoughts of suicide. These are issues that many can relate to. Her story offers genuine hope to anyone who is willing to hear. Listen as she shares her journey from darkness to light.

Truman spent time in the military serving his country during WWII. He would ultimately end up serving his Creator. What happens when God gets a hold of man? Listen as Truman talks about the hope, purpose, and future that he found in Jesus Christ.