Uummm yes, your right, I agree! But I think it should be shown before then! Maybe as early as 6th grade, since theres a lot of 13 yr olds committing deadly, life changing crimes! And, then a follow up in high school!🤔
@None None prision system ceasing to exist = good thing idk what you're talking ab military uniforms being so cheap I'm assuming that's a joke, military uniforms nowadays are crazy
I doubt it would make a difference. Younger you are, the more naive, you don't care about anything.. Unfortunately wisdom comes with age and time. Most young people sentence to life don't even care about it for the first 5-10 years. Not until they reach their 40s to 50s is when they feel remorseful about the choices they made.. Sad but true
Serve 2 life sentence in California, Luke 2:49 about my Father's business, been home for over 9 years, served 17 years, went in at the age of 16 years old and got out at the age of 33 years old! Thank you JESUS CHRIST!!!
Oh Lord, strengthen their ministry with Your mighty power! Help them represent Your glory and encourage others to seek Your face. Holy Spirit breathe on Angola - cleanse them, and make them free to walk in Your Spirit! Hallelujah! These men of God need to write the wisdom they are learning so we can learn. Thank you for doing this project. I hope you interview them more.
Every year I come back and watch this documentary again!! Such a blessed reminder to remain content in life and to live to Honor and Glorify God by doing good rather than evil.
Despite all of the trolls in the comments section, this was a very touching video. It's beautiful thing that forgiveness and and the UNCONDITIONAL LOVE of God can be preached. Most people would look at them and say they don't deserve it, knowing nothing of their life and not considering that they do not deserve anything they have as well. None deserve forgiveness or mercy, but God gives it anyway. FREELY. Now, can you give that kind of LOVE?
I wonder what percentage of these men are innocent. What percentage of them would not be in prison if they could have afforded competent legal representation.
And what percentage would not be in prison if they were working at some job and taking care of their families instead of out doing crimes ? No need at all for expensive lawyers or a corrupt bail bond.
None of them would be in jail in the first place had they not been involved in crime, it's not about affording a good lawyer who can get you off or get charged reduced. You should be in a position of needing a lawyer, many people come from impoverished backgrounds and don't end up as criminals
This is so powerful and is another example of how Christ redeems and truly can turn anyone around. Even in the darkest place the light can still shine through, thank God for that.
This film should be shown in every class room to EVERY 15 or16 year old young person. Even if they never had been in any trouble. If every single American kid saw this, I am sure that it could make a difference. Even if just one person thought twice and made a change, it would be worth it. I'm sure it would affect many more than one in a positive way. I'm from Denmark, and even if our prisons are less severe, the reasons for going to prison are the same. I wish a similar film was made in Denmark and shown to all 15-year-olds, and that this was done in every country.
Thats the best comment , hands down lets get together and bring it to the legislator .Lets reach them younger 13 years old because 16 years old are going to prison and thyr loosing thyr man hood , 😢
It sure would have a better effect than D.A.R.E. ever did. The same program that taught us that weed was a gateway drug & would cause you to like heroin... Is the same program that never prepared any of us for this heroin epidemic.. in fact it's the very generation that D.A.R.E. was taught mainly to is the very generation that has created the heroin epidemic... But they never warned you about the pretty little narcotics your doctor's tell you to take & the effects & how addictive they can become. Ugh.. shit makes me so mad. FYI.. I AM AN ADDICT. I AM A RECOVERING HEROIN ADDICT. I AM A RECOVERING ADDICT PERIOD BECAUSE HEROIN WAS MY DRUG OF CHOICE BECAUSE MY BODY PHYSICALLY DEPENDED ON IT...BUT I STILL HAVE TRIED EVERY MAIN HARD DRUG, HALLUCINOGENS, STIMULANTS & EVERY DRUG YOU PROBABLY HAVEN'T HEARD OF. SOMETHING IM NOT PROUD OF BUT SOMETHING I ALSO WOULDN'T CHANGE. I JUST WISH SCHOOLS OR SOMEONE SOMEWHERE WOULD HAVE PREPARED ME & MY GENERATION AS TO WHAT WE WERE GOING TO BE DEALING WITH & WHAT COULD HAPPEN. HOW TO DEAL WITH IT. PSS THE ONLY TYPE OF ADDICTIVE SUBSTANCE I'VE NEVER BATTLED IS ALCOHOL/BUDD I DON'T LIKE THEM, NEVER HAVE & PROBABLY NEVER WILL.
Rright. For ex. avoiding confrontation is sometimes regarded as cowardice or idiocy. But it is so much better than losing one's freedom. My mind cannot even process the thought of being locked away for life.
@@murphykorkoyah6940 It pays to pray, there have been times when I felt tempted, but you have to stop and think, and pray. You're a bigger person to walk away
but this shows that sometimes, in there - they find the REAL everything. Jesus. and they find true freedom for their souls. This life is short, - they have eternity with God to look forward to. - But true, the system is messed up
@Isis Montgomery so you are believing in a god just to save your own skin incase he is real? you dont think your god will god see through your plan? if your god is so loving why would he send amazing kind good people to hell becuase they happen to be born high IQ and inquisitive minds? that doesnt sound very loving does it ? Also hod do you know that the god you are pretending ot believe in is the right one? what if its the wrong god do yo u think it would be fair for him to send you to hell for eternity because you picked the wrong gone? what if you it angered this god more than if you were athiest? wouldnt you then be better than not believing any of the 10,000s of gods we've created?
@Isis Montgomery because people with high IQ are harder to fool as they dont believe in things without good evidence. its why most scientists are atheists and why they stopped believing demons made you sick and found real reasons and cures. why would your god punish those great people who don't believe in things without solid evidence? they did not choose not not believe. Belief isnt a choice!! their brain just doesnt let them believe things until their is good evidence! why would god make their brains like that and then punish them for it? . also there have been over 20,000 different gods or versions of god in human history how do you know yout god is the right one? see you choose to ignore the fact that there have been thousands of other gods...
I could be one of these men at 19 I was convicted of involuntary manslaughter by the grace of God I received a 8 year sentence thank you father God forgive me
All the people here who are complaining that men in prison dare to be Christians: you should be ashamed of yourselves and you are not real Christians. Jesus came to help ALL of us. We are all sinners. Each and every one of us. Jesus can save ALL of us, including those people who have killed someone. Jesus died as much for them as he died for you. If you believe that anyone is beyond redemption or the grace of God or atonement of the cross, you are not a real christian. I am very proud of these men for giving their lives to God and trying to reach out and help others in their situation. Remember that Paul asked his believers to pray for those in jail. and remember that Christ came to all of us and died for all of us. Let he who is without sin throw the first stone.
charlotte graham I see people every day who are in prison and yet they hopelessly believe they are free. there are no bars no chains other than what they forge in their own mind. freedom consists in Christ for it is Christ who reconciles us with the father, regardless of our environment. there are men and women who are behind bars because of their faith and though punished unjustly are free as these men are. Romans 6: 16Know ye not, that to whom ye yield yourselves servants to obey, his servants ye are to whom ye obey; whether of sin unto death, or of obedience unto righteousness? 17But God be thanked, that ye were the servants of sin, but ye have obeyed from the heart that form of doctrine which was delivered you. 18Being then made free from sin, ye became the servants of righteousness. 19I speak after the manner of men because of the infirmity of your flesh: for as ye have yielded your members servants to uncleanness and to iniquity unto iniquity; even so now yield your members servants to righteousness unto holiness. 20For when ye were the servants of sin, ye were free from righteousness. 21What fruit had ye then in those things whereof ye are now ashamed? for the end of those things is death. 22But now being made free from sin, and become servants to God, ye have your fruit unto holiness, and the end everlasting life. 23For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Who is complaining about this? You're fighting imaginary enemies and it's making you look foolish! There isn't a single comment here that says what you're claiming. Your dishonesty mocks Christ
Many years ago , on grand jury indictments - 4 counts carrying 5- life , i surrendered to Christ after three days fasting . He told me to tell the truth . I told him he must be nuts . Then i remembered a passage " if you continue in my word , you are my disciple indeed and you will know the truth" and the truth will set you free" that is all i wanted . Then reading i found where Jesus , said " i am the way the truth and the life . No man comes unto the father but by me. The lights came on . I told Jesus here it is you said i would come to know the truth and the truth shall make "me free / Jesus you are the truth please set me free . He said tell the truth ! I wrestled with him mightily but all he said was tell the truth. Something very strange happened in my court appearance , almost unbelievable . At the reading of the charge
whilst it's sad to see brothers locked away for the rest of thier lives, I rejoice that these God-fearing men are able to bring the good news of Jesus to those who otherwise would have little or no access to church or the gospel. Praise God.
There are many Pastors and volunteers in Oklahoma who go into prisons to minister to these people. They preach the word and baptize as well. I used to be one of them. I'm sure there are many other states that do this.
Thiago T. Well if Having a bunch of Pedophiles and not to mention Tax Evaders So Called Minister to You=Putting you in a Perpetual State Of Delusion makes you feel “WHOLE” Well then Enjoy Yourself...But as for Me and Non-Conformist People like me Religion Altogether is INFACT POINTLESS.
Seeing them carry their dead fellow inmate to his final resting place, and hearing the sound of their hymns of rejoice really broke me up and I couldn't hold it in anymore. I cried like a baby. Not only for the lives trapped in confinement with death as the only way out, but the sights and sounds brought my mind to a time of slavery and what it must have sounded like to hear these black men singing songs of hope to God while shackled to a plow, in a different kind of confinement. Regardless of individual crimes, the experience of black men in this nation has been harsh and it hurts my heart. No one deserves so much pain.
As my Father always said when I was a kid , love ❤️ the Lord work hard and stay out of trouble. I’m 57 years old to this day I always hear his words . Look for God before you commit the crime.
It's wonderful to hear these men witness that although they are in prison they have found gods purpose for their lives and have been made whole through the love of Jesus Christ. Amen
A lot of prisoners seem more sensible and intelligent than people outside of prison...very unfortunate that little effort is made to rehabilitate. Very little compassion or mercy is shown.
mrdougy fresh I understand too. I wish those that have freedoms daily understand, by these guys in prison, that such liberties can be taken away, and what they will miss themselves. Also, how sad that it sometimes takes going to prison, will one experience this, and thus change. I'm glad that they have someone that preaches about God. I pray they have that EVERY DAY, because now, I feel I need God's word every day too, to help keep me thinking about my future. That narrow road is hard to find, but I'm looking for it, and sometimes find it. My problem is staying on that road, being a mortal person, if you know what I mean. Young people don't deserve to be in prison (yes, their actions caused them to be there, and I agree). But these young people LEARNED that bad was good, because they didn't have more positive influences in their lives, than negative ones. But how does one change, when they live in an environment that bad seems good, and now, when getting them out of that environment seems not the solution? The only solution is to change the environment! ?
mrdougy fresh I can relate to avoiding situations that could place me in this position of spending the rest of my life in prison. Not being a religious person but knowing right from wrong to avoid this disaster.
I applaud these Men! Having the courage to admit their wrongs and then to have a relationship with our Savior says it all! Jesus Saves, and he came for the Sinners not the Saints. God bless all of you! Thank you for sharing! 💜
ali g she was just commenting on the documentary and how it broke her heart . And you have the grand idea of telling her to call them up and tell them to “ stop committing crimes” you know how stupid you sound right ?
Welp. Obviously your supporting a lifer and it’s eating away at you. Socks, soap, or whatever else they tell you for money is all responsibility. If you don’t want that responsibility then don’t answer the fcking phone. Otherwise deal with the people (yes even family) that keeps asking for money on the books. But don’t tell people they are wrong for steering towards better decisions. STAY OUT OF JAIL FOOL
You can still honor The Lord Jesus Christ in prison and live a purposeful, meaningful life. You have no idea the people who walk free but live life in a mental prison, trapped in sin. There is a peace that passes all understanding when you commit your life to God to work to do good. Life is prison can be an opportunity to help others from making the same mistakes. Great video, but sad. These men sound fully rehabilitated and they all seem to be under the influence while the crimes were committed. Life is all in your perspective because to some of these guys, going to prison might have been a safe haven. A place to grow up into mature men who can love their kids. I bet some of these men would not be alive if they continued down the path of destruction to ultimately brought them to "prison."
He ded. Even if he survived his execution, he eventually would've passed away. After 20 or so years. The dude is dead. He's a figment of history. A person who was alive, claimed he was a preacher, had a cult following, and then died when he got old.
The faith and love for God that these men have is so inspiring. They will be tempted to despair be angry and have self pity. They chose the better road to Heaven...and it's tough...but sweetend with God's grace. May God send them amazing grace and healing and good fellowship .
I work at a prison and most of them are a pleasure to work with. As a counselor/therapist I’m more afraid of the guards than the inmates. Most of them didn’t get proper legal representation. I’m 100lbs and have been on 1on1 solo and has NEVER felt threatened. I am mostly afraid when I leave the prison. God bless them (not the child molesters)
They preaching and teaching facts 💯 through these mistakes and it’s beautiful. I understand this better than the message I hear in an actual church ⛪🙏🏾
It also makes you appreciate freedom and should teach criminals who have not been caught yet to stop being criminals. Sad to report Some will some won't 😞
I am haunted by my sins. I've risen and fallen and risen and fallen again. I've done things I can't forgive myself for. But perhaps there is hope. If they can be saved, if there is still something eternal and transcendent within them, if within these criminals' hearts there is still something noble and holy, if they can be saved, maybe so can I. Maybe so can we all.
"If we confess our sins He is faithful and just to forgive our sins and cleanse us of all unrighteousness" (1John 1:9). Our secrets keep us sick, feeling worthless, unloved etc. Therefore, I encourage you 2 speak out loud to someone you trust or maybe get some counseling so you can be free to become who God wants you to become. I strongly suggest a Christian counselor who is trained in helping you to get rid of the past and guide you into living a better life. You are not the only one who has done what you have done. Shame and guilt cripples a person, but honesty and transparency with others is healing to the soul. The Apostle James said, "therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective" (James 5:16). Take a risk and I guarantee you will be free of those dirty secrets and you will begin to love yourself and others better.My bro or sis, TRUST GODS WAY AND HE WILL 4GIVE AND HEAL YOU and cause you to not want to sin against Him or your fellow bro or sis. Also, the Bible says, "For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son (Jesus Christ) that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish but have everlasting life (John 3:16). Romans 10:9 and 10 states, " If you declare with your mouth, "Jesus is Lord", and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved. For it is with your heart that you believe and are Justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved". You can do this in the privacy of your home or you can go to a local church that preaches and teaches Jesus Christ is the way, the truth and the life and talk with the pastor and he will lead you in what you need to. God bless you!!
I think the pastor is just being real and the inmates have to face their reality. So when people watch this documentary, they will be impacted by what the pastor is saying whether it sounds horrible or not.
@@enzigenes So u really think the inmates dont already know that shit? They already know they going to die in there. Dont think they need nobody like that to keep reminding them of that.
FUNNY BECAUSE THE MOMENT I HEARD THE CREEP SPEAK AKA (PASTOR) ALL I COULD SAY IS WELL GOT DAMN HE TOLD THESE GUYS NEXT STOP IS (HEAVEN) WOW SO I GUESS HE HAS THE POWER TO CAST PEOPLE TO HELL ALSO NEXT STOP IS HEAVEN BULLSHIT PASTOR NOTHING
This documentary has really touched me I am a Christian but sometime I have issues. This video has renewed me and given me a reminder freedom can be taken away from you so easily with split second wrong decision. As I go out into the world everyday I asked The Lord to give me patience and self control to deal with people because people can really test your character. Thanks for sharing this video it has really helped and changed me.
You can see that these men they interviewed have been rehabilitated.... they should get a second chance.... but nobody makes it out of Angola if they have life....it’s notorious for harsh judges and very harsh sentencing. I think they over punish people because it’s one of the most profitable prisons.... everyone works! This is modern day slavery for some of these men.
Thought exactly the same thing, let those who are clearly changed men out so they can be there guiding the next generation instead of the cycle just repeating
Hearing these brothers witness brought an immense amount of Joy to my heart. I know they will never be out in society ever again, but I am looking forward to worshiping with these brothers in the new kingdom. Praise God that there is redemption in Christ no matter the crime!
them lamenting about what they miss should be broadcasted on giant TV screens 24/7 in projects to make young guys think before they do something stupid
Wow, this was a very powerful video! Very interesting to hear society say that these men speaking in this video have wasted their lives but in fact through their relationship in Christ their life has true meaning! So many people today have all the money, possessions, and fame but all of that does not compare to what these men have!!
As a young man living with so much liberty, this is such a heart check to see where my treasure lies with all these freedoms I take for granted. I looked all the men in this documentary up to see where they are now, and they are all free and living committed to Christ. 🤗 Literally brought so much overwhelming joy in my heart. Our God is the Redeemer of our souls!!!
it's crazy how most ppl will watch this entire show, but still go out and end up in the same shoes. Please think about your actions and avoid these type of situations.
Life gets real behind that wall , I went upstate at 18 years old my self so I know never practiced Christianity but God is good and these man have the same opportunity to be rehabilitated as any criminal running our country ...
This was fantastic! Jesus you are the only one who can make us brand new, thank you for your blessings upon these men, they sit there humbly and glorify you for their situation, well you do work in mysterious ways, Praise God!!!!
Thank you Father I realize what I need to do on a daily basis. I need to seek you and understand what you need me to do in this life. I too can be in prison but I am not. Please help me father through the spirit and your son to do the acts that represent your kingdom. This video was a blessing to me today................
Call me a romantic but I believe any system that isn't based on love and forgiveness is bound to fail. If the justice system is rooted in punishment and revenge it's only going to produce more suffering. Protect the public, yes, But rehabilitate, don't torture.
You are what is needed more of,19-27 in California Department of Corrections for a shooting death I did not commit only bound my mind from growth,I have guilt and PTSD,HARD TO OVERCOME. THANK YOU FOR BEING A REAL SOUL
Have that system in your house hold and it won’t fail!! But they made this system was meant to work!! Believe me it worked for me!! Ion even look back!!
This video really helped me. I have had two sons in prison. Neither one of them would tell me anything about it. With these videos it helps me to understand just a little bit. Thank you.
Ive been in federal prison in Canada and I had a single cell with my own toilet , tv and cable , before sleep i use to smoke a joint and watct tv and eat chips
Great inspiring film. I am so glad that our God can reach down and save ANY sinner who repents and turns to Him for forgiveness. Lives can be changed on the outside and on the inside when Jesus comes into a heart. May God bless all these men, and also may he bring healing to all the families of the victims that these guys hurt or killed. God is a God of justice as well as mercy.
Praise God for this! His Word is all that got me through my stint that was puny compared to a life sentence. As odd as it sounds, I don't regret my time because it brought me to Christ. Thank the Lord that the Gideons placed a Bible in my cell
@@Thomas.10 You can seat up there to judge someone for his past.. He's a new creature..if you aren't, he is in a lot better position than you. Remember anyone who isn't in Christ is a POTENTIAL CRIMINAL ( it just takes the right conditions to expose them )//
@@joshmcdzz6925many "people in christ" commit crimes. How do you explain that? He is not a new creature with a clean record. He is a rapist, he was a Christian when he raped
@@thetruthhurts131you guys are praising a rapist. Calling a rape story "beautiful " is sick. Do you believe the person he raped and his family agree with you?
This is an awesome documentary, schools especially middle schools should show this documentary to the children every morning before class. Maybe some of these kids will start thinking twice about doing crimes against humanity.
We sometimes visit Grace Community Church or The Master's University and John "JohnnyMac" Mcarthur is a faithful and effective Pastor! Dr. Tony Evans, Jim Cymbala, Shane Idleman, all amazing preachers. Pastor Ken Graves at Calvary Chapel in Bangor, Maine and Pastor Raul Ries of Calvary Chapel are also amazing!
I learn about Christ in all every manner of places. I learned about Him in this video from the Angola inmates and the chaplain. The chaplain spoke it, the inmates live it out. I get what both are saying. Excellent video.
This breaks my heart. Some of these men that are speaking HAVE been rehabilitated. They realize their mistakes and they know what they're missing. I just wonder if the ones that have changed were shown Grace, would they be some of the best people to work with young people and keep them from the same fate.
@@SugarRayValentine well it seems your lost your humanity and the worst, you don't believe in science. You should go to norway or sweden to see how they treat prisoners
They can work with the youth while in prison and God can use them inside. A person shouldn’t be released if they’ve murdered someone just because they’re rehabilitate.
Black, white, yellow, or brown I am just glad we have prisons and people working in them to keep most of society safe. Anyone in prison that may be innocent may God help them through it.
All young men, especially young black men need to see this. There is nothing worse than this, because this isn't living, these men are in jail waiting to die. They have received the death penalty in slow motion. The preacher can talk about God and heaven all he wants, and he can believe in it, because after his sermon, he gets to go home. So he truly believes in what he is saying, because he is free. Each of these men made a serious mistake in there lives, and they can pray all they want, the system is not going to let then out. Our prison systems, exists to punish and sometimes there is no such as a second chance. The bottom line is people have choices in life and if you choose to do bad, this is the results.
One of the best videos I have seen.. I did 7 yrs so I only feel a very small proportion of there pain. After 29 yrs being in the United States, I did my time, but the biggest punishment is... I got deported to Mexico.
Back when I was 21 Mr. Hicks and Mr. Hope were my mentors in Angola who encourage me to get my GED and open up a book to understand about the law and thank God justice was made and was able to over turn my conviction. God is all we had left and I stood on Faith and he opened up the gates.
It should be mandatory that this documentary is shown in every high school..
Uummm yes, your right, I agree! But I think it should be shown before then! Maybe as early as 6th grade, since theres a lot of 13 yr olds committing deadly, life changing crimes! And, then a follow up in high school!🤔
@None None prision system ceasing to exist = good thing
idk what you're talking ab military uniforms being so cheap I'm assuming that's a joke, military uniforms nowadays are crazy
Agreed
Totally I agree with you , it will make a big difference 👌🏿👌🏿👌🏿
I doubt it would make a difference. Younger you are, the more naive, you don't care about anything.. Unfortunately wisdom comes with age and time. Most young people sentence to life don't even care about it for the first 5-10 years. Not until they reach their 40s to 50s is when they feel remorseful about the choices they made.. Sad but true
I'm glad I chose freedom over thuggin in these streets never wanna see my kids through a glass window trapped in a box
& wished these men found the word of God before prison
🙏🙏💯💯
rome s thuggin is stupid
rome s i wear all black when i go out black jeans black hoodie black doorag black shirt black tims ... I'm a thug
Plenty of innocent black men in jail.. u don’t have to be a thug..
Serve 2 life sentence in California, Luke 2:49 about my Father's business, been home for over 9 years, served 17 years, went in at the age of 16 years old and got out at the age of 33 years old! Thank you JESUS CHRIST!!!
Amen May God Continue to bless u 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
Wow, God Is great
God is good😁👍
nothin a servant wouldnt do FUCK GOD
You worship white jesus
Jail (or prison) could happen to anybody at any time, so be careful out there!
Yes True.. May the Grace of God Keep us.
One wrong choice.....on top of others
Amen
I been there
I don’t rape or murder people.. I think I’m good.
Oh Lord, strengthen their ministry with Your mighty power! Help them represent Your glory and encourage others to seek Your face. Holy Spirit breathe on Angola - cleanse them, and make them free to walk in Your Spirit! Hallelujah!
These men of God need to write the wisdom they are learning so we can learn. Thank you for doing this project. I hope you interview them more.
Amen!
Amen for that May God continue to bless theses men in your name Jesus Christ 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
Bullshit. They’re praying to a white man named Jesus. In
other words, they’re being conditioned to fear white people and look upon them as gods.
Lesha Gayle Amen!!!!
Oc4ever12 Amen!!!! Praise God
The little things we take for granted.
You never know til you’re stripped of it.
Those so called little things are an ILLUSION Anyway.
Every year I come back and watch this documentary again!! Such a blessed reminder to remain content in life and to live to Honor and Glorify God by doing good rather than evil.
Keith Thompson Hey, there's other videos you can watch y'know pal...UA-cam has lots.
Repent and believe the gospel.
maybe a god if there is one dont got any controll over your actions ,he just try to guide you
Keith Thompson I agree
Michelle Thompson nice last name ;)
Despite all of the trolls in the comments section, this was a very touching video. It's beautiful thing that forgiveness and and the UNCONDITIONAL LOVE of God can be preached. Most people would look at them and say they don't deserve it, knowing nothing of their life and not considering that they do not deserve anything they have as well. None deserve forgiveness or mercy, but God gives it anyway. FREELY. Now, can you give that kind of LOVE?
What trolls? Everyone here is quite civil and rational. Don't pick fights with imaginary enemies.
Yami Siliso I like you..
God bless you! We are all sinners for sure. The world can make you crazy sometimes. I call on Jesus to save me a sinner. Only grace can save me.
I’m showing this to my kids where I teach!!!
Flyingferrets5 ...She's correct read through them again there have been a few..
I wonder what percentage of these men are innocent. What percentage of them would not be in prison if they could have afforded competent legal representation.
Or if they could have been born not black :( Even if they aren't innocent, they get longer sentences on average compared to white guys.
And what percentage would not be in prison if they were working at some job and taking care of their families instead of out doing crimes ? No need at all for expensive lawyers or a corrupt bail bond.
I think the same thing, how many has the government setup just to get free labor...
None of them would be in jail in the first place had they not been involved in crime, it's not about affording a good lawyer who can get you off or get charged reduced.
You should be in a position of needing a lawyer, many people come from impoverished backgrounds and don't end up as criminals
Cruzan very true!
I can't even imagine being in jail, or sentenced. God forbid.
Bless your heart, puma gal! I hope you never have to either...keep your nose clean and love the lord and you'll be alright!
+Mari sIMON take cocain
@TRUTHxCJ OH honey, I loves the D and it's juice, but I don't want to go there to get it...
west gyal FUCK GOD
This is so powerful and is another example of how Christ redeems and truly can turn anyone around. Even in the darkest place the light can still shine through, thank God for that.
Yes nicely put. Light can shine in the darkest place. Yes Lord Amen.
This film should be shown in every class room to EVERY 15 or16 year old young person. Even if they never had been in any trouble. If every single American kid saw this, I am sure that it could make a difference. Even if just one person thought twice and made a change, it would be worth it. I'm sure it would affect many more than one in a positive way.
I'm from Denmark, and even if our prisons are less severe, the reasons for going to prison are the same. I wish a similar film was made in Denmark and shown to all 15-year-olds, and that this was done in every country.
robynn Thank you for the wise words and I agree it should be in schools.
I totally agree
Thats the best comment , hands down lets get together and bring it to the legislator .Lets reach them younger 13 years old because 16 years old are going to prison and thyr loosing thyr man hood , 😢
Or even younger than 15 or 16. Schools need field trips so kids can know about choices. Everyone is one bad decision away from this type of life.
It sure would have a better effect than D.A.R.E. ever did. The same program that taught us that weed was a gateway drug & would cause you to like heroin... Is the same program that never prepared any of us for this heroin epidemic.. in fact it's the very generation that D.A.R.E. was taught mainly to is the very generation that has created the heroin epidemic... But they never warned you about the pretty little narcotics your doctor's tell you to take & the effects & how addictive they can become. Ugh.. shit makes me so mad.
FYI.. I AM AN ADDICT. I AM A RECOVERING HEROIN ADDICT. I AM A RECOVERING ADDICT PERIOD BECAUSE HEROIN WAS MY DRUG OF CHOICE BECAUSE MY BODY PHYSICALLY DEPENDED ON IT...BUT I STILL HAVE TRIED EVERY MAIN HARD DRUG, HALLUCINOGENS, STIMULANTS & EVERY DRUG YOU PROBABLY HAVEN'T HEARD OF. SOMETHING IM NOT PROUD OF BUT SOMETHING I ALSO WOULDN'T CHANGE. I JUST WISH SCHOOLS OR SOMEONE SOMEWHERE WOULD HAVE PREPARED ME & MY GENERATION AS TO WHAT WE WERE GOING TO BE DEALING WITH & WHAT COULD HAPPEN. HOW TO DEAL WITH IT.
PSS THE ONLY TYPE OF ADDICTIVE SUBSTANCE I'VE NEVER BATTLED IS ALCOHOL/BUDD I DON'T LIKE THEM, NEVER HAVE & PROBABLY NEVER WILL.
Inmates seems remorseful and miss being in society.. This makes me think before I act on my emotions
Rright. For ex. avoiding confrontation is sometimes regarded as cowardice or idiocy. But it is so much better than losing one's freedom. My mind cannot even process the thought of being locked away for life.
@@murphykorkoyah6940 It pays to pray, there have been times when I felt tempted, but you have to stop and think, and pray.
You're a bigger person to walk away
@@murphykorkoyah6940 exactly
@@murphykorkoyah6940 bru... I dont understand how they do it. I'd go crazy
@@PARENTALADVISORYPODCAST same here
I hate the idea of prison because it's some good people in there that made ONE mistake that costed them everything🤦🏽♀️
but this shows that sometimes, in there - they find the REAL everything. Jesus. and they find true freedom for their souls. This life is short, - they have eternity with God to look forward to. - But true, the system is messed up
If they raped and killed your child would you still describe it as "ONE mistake"? Show some empathy Ffs!
You wouldn’t say that if you were brutally raped ...
Except rape fuck rapers
I'm with you
never take freedom for granted pray and think before u make a mistake that can cost u your life.....May God be with everyone reading this 🙏🏿💯
I watch this often, brings joy to my heart knowing I have brothers behind bars that haven't wasted their lives.
praying to an imaginary something that has never existed is pretty much the definition of wasting time.
@Isis Montgomery so you are believing in a god just to save your own skin incase he is real? you dont think your god will god see through your plan? if your god is so loving why would he send amazing kind good people to hell becuase they happen to be born high IQ and inquisitive minds? that doesnt sound very loving does it ? Also hod do you know that the god you are pretending ot believe in is the right one? what if its the wrong god do yo u think it would be fair for him to send you to hell for eternity because you picked the wrong gone? what if you it angered this god more than if you were athiest? wouldnt you then be better than not believing any of the 10,000s of gods we've created?
@Isis Montgomery because people with high IQ are harder to fool as they dont believe in things without good evidence. its why most scientists are atheists and why they stopped believing demons made you sick and found real reasons and cures. why would your god punish those great people who don't believe in things without solid evidence? they did not choose not not believe. Belief isnt a choice!! their brain just doesnt let them believe things until their is good evidence! why would god make their brains like that and then punish them for it? . also there have been over 20,000 different gods or versions of god in human history how do you know yout god is the right one? see you choose to ignore the fact that there have been thousands of other gods...
I could be one of these men at 19 I was convicted of involuntary manslaughter by the grace of God I received a 8 year sentence thank you father God forgive me
Amen May God continue to bless u 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
May God bless you, I’m glad you learned your lesson! God is great
@Hillary's emails to Lorne agreed
@Hillary's emails to Lorne shut up no one fuckin cares who u forgive
@Hillary's emails to Lorne Involuntary manslaughter is not murder. Are you stupid?
All the people here who are complaining that men in prison dare to be Christians: you should be ashamed of yourselves and you are not real Christians. Jesus came to help ALL of us. We are all sinners. Each and every one of us. Jesus can save ALL of us, including those people who have killed someone. Jesus died as much for them as he died for you. If you believe that anyone is beyond redemption or the grace of God or atonement of the cross, you are not a real christian. I am very proud of these men for giving their lives to God and trying to reach out and help others in their situation. Remember that Paul asked his believers to pray for those in jail.
and remember that Christ came to all of us and died for all of us.
Let he who is without sin throw the first stone.
charlotte graham I agree
charlotte graham
I see people every day who are in prison and yet they hopelessly believe they are free. there are no bars no chains other than what they forge in their own mind.
freedom consists in Christ for it is Christ who reconciles us with the father, regardless of our environment. there are men and women who are behind bars because of their faith and though punished unjustly are free as these men are.
Romans 6:
16Know ye not, that to whom ye yield yourselves servants to obey, his servants ye are to whom ye obey; whether of sin unto death, or of obedience unto righteousness?
17But God be thanked, that ye were the servants of sin, but ye have obeyed from the heart that form of doctrine which was delivered you.
18Being then made free from sin, ye became the servants of righteousness.
19I speak after the manner of men because of the infirmity of your flesh: for as ye have yielded your members servants to uncleanness and to iniquity unto iniquity; even so now yield your members servants to righteousness unto holiness.
20For when ye were the servants of sin, ye were free from righteousness.
21What fruit had ye then in those things whereof ye are now ashamed? for the end of those things is death.
22But now being made free from sin, and become servants to God, ye have your fruit unto holiness, and the end everlasting life.
23For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.
charlotte graham wise words. very true❤
Who is complaining about this? You're fighting imaginary enemies and it's making you look foolish! There isn't a single comment here that says what you're claiming. Your dishonesty mocks Christ
Many years ago , on grand jury indictments - 4 counts carrying 5- life , i surrendered to Christ after three days fasting . He told me to tell the truth . I told him he must be nuts . Then i remembered a passage " if you continue in my word , you are my disciple indeed and you will know the truth" and the truth will set you free" that is all i wanted . Then reading i found where Jesus , said " i am the way the truth and the life . No man comes unto the father but by me. The lights came on . I told Jesus here it is you said i would come to know the truth and the truth shall make "me free / Jesus you are the truth please set me free . He said tell the truth ! I wrestled with him mightily but all he said was tell the truth. Something very strange happened in my court appearance , almost unbelievable . At the reading of the charge
whilst it's sad to see brothers locked away for the rest of thier lives, I rejoice that these God-fearing men are able to bring the good news of Jesus to those who otherwise would have little or no access to church or the gospel. Praise God.
Nathan Soper youre not black theyre not your brothers dont be that guy
MaD HaTTeR
So being black does make you their “brother”?
@@madhatter5665 Brothers in Christ
GOD BLESS YOU John Piper for preaching in prison. I wish other pastors would do this.
There are many Pastors and volunteers in Oklahoma who go into prisons to minister to these people. They preach the word and baptize as well. I used to be one of them. I'm sure there are many other states that do this.
Melanie Martin WTF FOR??? That Shit Is POINTLESS!!!!!.
GABRIELA DAWSON Those who are there know more than anyone that it’s all but pointless...
Thiago T. Well if Having a bunch of Pedophiles and not to mention Tax Evaders So Called Minister to You=Putting you in a Perpetual State Of Delusion makes you feel “WHOLE” Well then Enjoy Yourself...But as for Me and Non-Conformist People like me Religion Altogether is INFACT POINTLESS.
Ezekiel 23:20, NIV: "There she lusted after her lovers, whose genitals were like those of donkeys and whose emission was like that of horses."
Seeing them carry their dead fellow inmate to his final resting place, and hearing the sound of their hymns of rejoice really broke me up and I couldn't hold it in anymore. I cried like a baby. Not only for the lives trapped in confinement with death as the only way out, but the sights and sounds brought my mind to a time of slavery and what it must have sounded like to hear these black men singing songs of hope to God while shackled to a plow, in a different kind of confinement. Regardless of individual crimes, the experience of black men in this nation has been harsh and it hurts my heart. No one deserves so much pain.
As my Father always said when I was a kid , love ❤️ the Lord work hard and stay out of trouble. I’m 57 years old to this day I always hear his words . Look for God before you commit the crime.
Amen my brother
It's wonderful to hear these men witness that although they are in prison they have found gods purpose for their lives and have been made whole through the love of Jesus Christ. Amen
Ena Sharples amen
Jesus real name is Ceaser Borgia and he was a homosexual
@@pdot6668no He is not
You can tell these guys read a lot. They are good with words.
A lot of prisoners seem more sensible and intelligent than people outside of prison...very unfortunate that little effort is made to rehabilitate. Very little compassion or mercy is shown.
Expeditionly
Choices
God Bless John Piper for sharing the Gospel with these men. I pray these men, and others like them, find peace in God's Word.
+Lori Adams you might as well be living in NK
+The Suicide Gods You going to serve a white God that was a slave master you read the book of revelation those devils are going to hell
Mrslinda George
huh ? white god / going to hell ?
I do not serve a white God The Most High God has dreadlocks and brown bronzed black skin
Mrs. linda george liar
Wow this is so touching. May God continue to grace these guys and I pray that they continue to be a light!
I'm not in prison but I can relate to these men,God bless them. These men do see and understand their mistakes.
mrdougy fresh I understand too. I wish those that have freedoms daily understand, by these guys in prison, that such liberties can be taken away, and what they will miss themselves. Also, how sad that it sometimes takes going to prison, will one experience this, and thus change. I'm glad that they have someone that preaches about God. I pray they have that EVERY DAY, because now, I feel I need God's word every day too, to help keep me thinking about my future. That narrow road is hard to find, but I'm looking for it, and sometimes find it. My problem is staying on that road, being a mortal person, if you know what I mean. Young people don't deserve to be in prison (yes, their actions caused them to be there, and I agree). But these young people LEARNED that bad was good, because they didn't have more positive influences in their lives, than negative ones. But how does one change, when they live in an environment that bad seems good, and now, when getting them out of that environment seems not the solution? The only solution is to change the environment! ?
bullshit
they are not going to a white heaven these people are lying to you
mrdougy fresh me to
mrdougy fresh I can relate to avoiding situations that could place me in this position of spending the rest of my life in prison.
Not being a religious person but knowing right from wrong to avoid this disaster.
God is the Most Merciful indeed..
To those who sincerely submit to him. May He forgive and comfort them.
“To live is the rarest thing in the world. Most people exist, that is all.”
Oscar Wilde.
I applaud these Men! Having the courage to admit their wrongs and then to have a relationship with our Savior says it all! Jesus Saves, and he came for the Sinners not the Saints. God bless all of you! Thank you for sharing! 💜
True!!
Best documentary on UA-cam even though it broke my heart.
tell them to stop committing crimes then
ali g your a fucking idiot .
ali g she was just commenting on the documentary and how it broke her heart . And you have the grand idea of telling her to call them up and tell them to “ stop committing crimes” you know how stupid you sound right ?
ali g she was just speaking on how it affected her you sound like a complete fool for suggesting what you suggested lol
Welp. Obviously your supporting a lifer and it’s eating away at you. Socks, soap, or whatever else they tell you for money is all responsibility. If you don’t want that responsibility then don’t answer the fcking phone. Otherwise deal with the people (yes even family) that keeps asking for money on the books. But don’t tell people they are wrong for steering towards better decisions. STAY OUT OF JAIL FOOL
These men are very wise! I could listen to them all day!!❤
You can still honor The Lord Jesus Christ in prison and live a purposeful, meaningful life. You have no idea the people who walk free but live life in a mental prison, trapped in sin. There is a peace that passes all understanding when you commit your life to God to work to do good. Life is prison can be an opportunity to help others from making the same mistakes. Great video, but sad. These men sound fully rehabilitated and they all seem to be under the influence while the crimes were committed.
Life is all in your perspective because to some of these guys, going to prison might have been a safe haven. A place to grow up into mature men who can love their kids. I bet some of these men would not be alive if they continued down the path of destruction to ultimately brought them to "prison."
Fuck that. Jesus can't do shit...y ou in there forever, welcome to HELL.
Bless them all...thinking and praying
This was well done! Thank you Jon Piper! Now, I’m off to show this to my 4 sons.....
The Blessed Bunch I was trying to remember his name , thanks
These men really blessed me. They ministered to me on so many levels. To God be the Glory! Jesus is soooooo real!!
He ded. Even if he survived his execution, he eventually would've passed away. After 20 or so years. The dude is dead. He's a figment of history. A person who was alive, claimed he was a preacher, had a cult following, and then died when he got old.
Ha ha ha ha
God fake lmAO
one mistake can cost you your life, one bad choice, one bad friend, wrong place wrong time. Life doesnt care about you, and neither do other people.
Bless these brothers....I once did 10 years thank God I made it home ....and that was 23 years ago...
I would of killed myself
@@saturninaguzman5191 I will never have to be in a situation to snitch..
But if I had to, yes I would lmao
Ezekiel 23:20, NIV: "There she lusted after her lovers, whose genitals were like those of donkeys and whose emission was like that of horses."
Please make more Desiring God videos like this one for people of 2019 everyone needs it. thank you.
The faith and love for God that these men have is so inspiring. They will be tempted to despair be angry and have self pity. They chose the better road to Heaven...and it's tough...but sweetend with God's grace. May God send them amazing grace and healing and good fellowship .
I work at a prison and most of them are a pleasure to work with. As a counselor/therapist I’m more afraid of the guards than the inmates. Most of them didn’t get proper legal representation. I’m 100lbs and have been on 1on1 solo and has NEVER felt threatened. I am mostly afraid when I leave the prison. God bless them (not the child molesters)
I have heard this from a cousin. Sad it's usually the people in charged
What about the families who lost their love ones because of their actions... I hope you're praying for them!
@@sassylady6883exactly, give a prayer to these inmates victims as well.
Amen!Thank you Keith, Ron and Sidney. You're a real inspiration.
They preaching and teaching facts 💯 through these mistakes and it’s beautiful. I understand this better than the message I hear in an actual church ⛪🙏🏾
I love the preacher he is the reason God used to give this guys hope,joy and peace of mind that can make them strong in this tough life 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
I’m going to watch this once a week this is powerful. It takes a sec for your life 2 change don’t take life for granted is the message 🙏🏾✝️
Stuff like this make you appreciate life.
Amen!
Makes me appreciate the time I got given could of been a lot worse
It also makes you appreciate freedom and should teach criminals who have not been caught yet to stop being criminals. Sad to report Some will some won't 😞
Hell ya first time I went to jail it took me a measly 15 days to bond out and that did it for me fuck that I could not even think about doing life
@@jasonbarr9049 4 hrs did it for me
Damn I’m speechless 😶 thx for the documentary! What an energy to bring in 2020!
They lost this lifetime and here after. They lost both world. Gaalnimo iyo xabsi. May Allah guide them to the right path 🙏
I am haunted by my sins. I've risen and fallen and risen and fallen again. I've done things I can't forgive myself for. But perhaps there is hope. If they can be saved, if there is still something eternal and transcendent within them, if within these criminals' hearts there is still something noble and holy, if they can be saved, maybe so can I. Maybe so can we all.
Amen peace love and forgiveness for all
There is always hope. Repent and accept that forgiveness of God through the sacrifice Jesus made on the cross.
There is always hope until you stop breathing. God loves you no matter what you've done. He's a just come home type of God that gives me great hope
"If we confess our sins He is faithful and just to forgive our sins and cleanse us of all unrighteousness" (1John 1:9). Our secrets keep us sick, feeling worthless, unloved etc. Therefore, I encourage you 2 speak out loud to someone you trust or maybe get some counseling so you can be free to become who God wants you to become. I strongly suggest a Christian counselor who is trained in helping you to get rid of the past and guide you into living a better life. You are not the only one who has done what you have done. Shame and guilt cripples a person, but honesty and transparency with others is healing to the soul. The Apostle James said, "therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective" (James 5:16). Take a risk and I guarantee you will be free of those dirty secrets and you will begin to love yourself and others better.My bro or sis, TRUST GODS WAY AND HE WILL 4GIVE AND HEAL YOU and cause you to not want to sin against Him or your fellow bro or sis. Also, the Bible says, "For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son (Jesus Christ) that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish but have everlasting life (John 3:16). Romans 10:9 and 10 states, " If you declare with your mouth, "Jesus is Lord", and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved. For it is with your heart that you believe and are Justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved".
You can do this in the privacy of your home or you can go to a local church that preaches and teaches Jesus Christ is the way, the truth and the life and talk with the pastor and he will lead you in what you need to. God bless you!!
Amen May God continue to bless them and everyone 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
This was EXCELLENT! I am a Christian so I especially like the word they are delivering here. SO RIGHT! Praise God
Each of these men grew into wonderful human beings.
Not their victims, unfortunately.
That dam pastor making it more horrible!! "Ur never getting out next stop Heaven " lol Dam bruh..
I'm with you was making it horrible AF. He needs to be replace.
I think the pastor is just being real and the inmates have to face their reality. So when people watch this documentary, they will be impacted by what the pastor is saying whether it sounds horrible or not.
@@enzigenes So u really think the inmates dont already know that shit? They already know they going to die in there. Dont think they need nobody like that to keep reminding them of that.
FUNNY BECAUSE THE MOMENT I HEARD THE CREEP SPEAK AKA (PASTOR) ALL I COULD SAY IS WELL GOT DAMN HE TOLD THESE GUYS NEXT STOP IS (HEAVEN) WOW SO I GUESS HE HAS THE POWER TO CAST PEOPLE TO HELL ALSO NEXT STOP IS HEAVEN BULLSHIT PASTOR NOTHING
I bet y'all don't like this preacher cause y'all rather hear a creflo dollar tell u fairy tales.....
thank you for posting
This documentary has really touched me I am a Christian but sometime I have issues. This video has renewed me and given me a reminder freedom can be taken away from you so easily with split second wrong decision. As I go out into the world everyday I asked The Lord to give me patience and self control to deal with people because people can really test your character. Thanks for sharing this video it has really helped and changed me.
May God bless this preacher. Thank you Jesus for bringing deliverance upon the lives of your sons and for saving them🙏🏾.
The older man with glasses reminds me of my dad… this Louisiana men have some good hearts!
You can see that these men they interviewed have been rehabilitated.... they should get a second chance.... but nobody makes it out of Angola if they have life....it’s notorious for harsh judges and very harsh sentencing. I think they over punish people because it’s one of the most profitable prisons.... everyone works! This is modern day slavery for some of these men.
I agree, but some have been getting out, This young man Keith just got released 🙏🏽 Thank God!
Thought exactly the same thing, let those who are clearly changed men out so they can be there guiding the next generation instead of the cycle just repeating
It was so chilling when they we're lowering him into the grave with only the sound of the wind in the background...
I love this!!! It has humbled me absolutely.
CIERRA GAY I’d humble you In about 5 minutes
Amen, thank you Pastor John for the Word you share and also the testimony of ... and one day 😭😭🙏
Hearing these brothers witness brought an immense amount of Joy to my heart. I know they will never be out in society ever again, but I am looking forward to worshiping with these brothers in the new kingdom. Praise God that there is redemption in Christ no matter the crime!
them lamenting about what they miss should be broadcasted on giant TV screens 24/7 in projects to make young guys think before they do something stupid
thats sinically funny
This message really blessed me!
jennifer b amen
Wow, this was a very powerful video! Very interesting to hear society say that these men speaking in this video have wasted their lives but in fact through their relationship in Christ their life has true meaning! So many people today have all the money, possessions, and fame but all of that does not compare to what these men have!!
As a young man living with so much liberty, this is such a heart check to see where my treasure lies with all these freedoms I take for granted. I looked all the men in this documentary up to see where they are now, and they are all free and living committed to Christ. 🤗 Literally brought so much overwhelming joy in my heart. Our God is the Redeemer of our souls!!!
it's crazy how most ppl will watch this entire show, but still go out and end up in the same shoes. Please think about your actions and avoid these type of situations.
So true. They had to realize their worth in prison. It's like half glass full or empty.
Life gets real behind that wall , I went upstate at 18 years old my self so I know never practiced Christianity but God is good and these man have the same opportunity to be rehabilitated as any criminal running our country ...
ITs easy to get into trouble but its soi hard getting out of . Very well said
(10-5-19)
Michael D
Absolutely
This was fantastic! Jesus you are the only one who can make us brand new, thank you for your blessings upon these men, they sit there humbly and glorify you for their situation, well you do work in mysterious ways, Praise God!!!!
Thank you Father I realize what I need to do on a daily basis. I need to seek you and understand what you need me to do in this life. I too can be in prison but I am not. Please help me father through the spirit and your son to do the acts that represent your kingdom.
This video was a blessing to me today................
Wow! That's awesome. I wish had a God like you.
Donovan Curling Jesus ain’t on UA-cam dude..
Amen 🙏🙏
Amen, amen, amen...
Call me a romantic but I believe any system that isn't based on love and forgiveness is bound to fail. If the justice system is rooted in punishment and revenge it's only going to produce more suffering. Protect the public, yes, But rehabilitate, don't torture.
You are what is needed more of,19-27 in California Department of Corrections for a shooting death I did not commit only bound my mind from growth,I have guilt and PTSD,HARD TO OVERCOME. THANK YOU FOR BEING A REAL SOUL
I agree with that!
Michael Martinez why guilt? If no crime was committed by thou
TheTrinitarianRemnant888 hell yea just throw em in isolation and let them starve to death. I don’t wanna feed these assholes
Have that system in your house hold and it won’t fail!! But they made this system was meant to work!! Believe me it worked for me!! Ion even look back!!
This video really helped me. I have had two sons in prison. Neither one of them would tell me anything about it. With these videos it helps me to understand just a little bit. Thank you.
how old they r
Angola is so bad its like going back in time almost as if they r stuck in the slavery days
Lauren Klitsch actually, it’s been cleaned up. It used to be a nightmare.
They can't even take a crap by themselves have to do it in front of everybody that's inhumane
Ive been in federal prison in Canada and I had a single cell with my own toilet , tv and cable , before sleep i use to smoke a joint and watct tv and eat chips
Great inspiring film. I am so glad that our God can reach down and save ANY sinner who repents and turns to Him for forgiveness. Lives can be changed on the outside and on the inside when Jesus comes into a heart. May God bless all these men, and also may he bring healing to all the families of the victims that these guys hurt or killed. God is a God of justice as well as mercy.
Praise God for this! His Word is all that got me through my stint that was puny compared to a life sentence. As odd as it sounds, I don't regret my time because it brought me to Christ. Thank the Lord that the Gideons placed a Bible in my cell
Jesus was a white man fool
Pastor Sidney deloche has been released from prison. Beautiful story. He deserves a new life.
What about the person he raped? Does she get a new life?
@@Thomas.10 You can seat up there to judge someone for his past.. He's a new creature..if you aren't, he is in a lot better position than you. Remember anyone who isn't in Christ is a POTENTIAL CRIMINAL ( it just takes the right conditions to expose them )//
@@Thomas.10I bet you are okay with murders getting another chance.
@@joshmcdzz6925many "people in christ" commit crimes. How do you explain that?
He is not a new creature with a clean record. He is a rapist, he was a Christian when he raped
@@thetruthhurts131you guys are praising a rapist. Calling a rape story "beautiful " is sick. Do you believe the person he raped and his family agree with you?
damn man if I got hit with an L I'd drop down and cry cause that's life man its a wrap
THANK YOU GOD THAT IM NOT THERE IN FOR LIFE !
Amen to that
This is an awesome documentary, schools especially middle schools should show this documentary to the children every morning before class. Maybe some of these kids will start thinking twice about doing crimes against humanity.
I heard of this video some time ago and finally decided to watch it and what I've taken from it is God's purpose in our lives, no matter where we are.
John MacArthur and Ravi Zacharis gave similar sermons at the same prison. All three men are great men of God.
Ravi is my favorite being a ex Hindu like myself from India.....great guy
We sometimes visit Grace Community Church or The Master's University and John "JohnnyMac" Mcarthur is a faithful and effective Pastor! Dr. Tony Evans, Jim Cymbala, Shane Idleman, all amazing preachers. Pastor Ken Graves at Calvary Chapel in Bangor, Maine and Pastor Raul Ries of Calvary Chapel are also amazing!
I learn about Christ in all every manner of places. I learned about Him in this video from the Angola inmates and the chaplain. The chaplain spoke it, the inmates live it out. I get what both are saying. Excellent video.
This breaks my heart. Some of these men that are speaking HAVE been rehabilitated. They realize their mistakes and they know what they're missing. I just wonder if the ones that have changed were shown Grace, would they be some of the best people to work with young people and keep them from the same fate.
Doesn’t really matter if rehabilitated or not if you rape or kill you should never be released under any circumstances
@@SugarRayValentine well it seems your lost your humanity and the worst, you don't believe in science.
You should go to norway or sweden to see how they treat prisoners
They can work with the youth while in prison and God can use them inside. A person shouldn’t be released if they’ve murdered someone just because they’re rehabilitate.
Admirable that these guys share how horrible prison is, to deter others from committing crimes, and make us free people appreciate our freedom
Black, white, yellow, or brown I am just glad we have prisons and people working in them to keep most of society safe. Anyone in prison that may be innocent may God help them through it.
This could be anyone at anytime. I pray for this guys and i thank god for my freedom and my family.. Thank you god
Salvador Correa There’s NO SUCH THING AS FREEDOM Just Like There’s No God/Devil.
Salvador Correa amen!!!!
God bless these forgotten brothers.
All young men, especially young black men need to see this. There is nothing worse than this, because this isn't living, these men are in jail waiting to die. They have received the death penalty in slow motion. The preacher can talk about God and heaven all he wants, and he can believe in it, because after his sermon, he gets to go home. So he truly believes in what he is saying, because he is free. Each of these men made a serious mistake in there lives, and they can pray all they want, the system is not going to let then out. Our prison systems, exists to punish and sometimes there is no such as a second chance. The bottom line is people have choices in life and if you choose to do bad, this is the results.
I found all these men on different websites. They were all pardoned/commuted. Praise God! I hope they are continuing to live for God outside prison.
This touches me on so many levels. In a way, it makes me grateful for my freedom if nothing else.
If you murdered someone; then the victim's family misses them.
thanks for the info Sherlock
People deserve a second chance
@@yokareese1972 Remember that when someone murder your child, husband, parents or a family member. Other than that, STFU.
One of the best videos I have seen.. I did 7 yrs so I only feel a very small proportion of there pain.
After 29 yrs being in the United States, I did my time, but the biggest punishment is... I got deported to Mexico.
Every knee will bow and every tounge will confress that Jesus is God....
MarlowDub116: Confess that you are semi-literate! (tounge...confress)
Ezekiel 23:20, NIV: "There she lusted after her lovers, whose genitals were like those of donkeys and whose emission was like that of horses."
Back when I was 21 Mr. Hicks and Mr. Hope were my mentors in Angola who encourage me to get my GED and open up a book to understand about the law and thank God justice was made and was able to over turn my conviction. God is all we had left and I stood on Faith and he opened up the gates.
The pastor said these men will go to heaven, don't give false hope, it's up to the inmates whether they accept God by repentance.
Most of us aren't leaving till we go to heaven. Dangg
That was deep
Heaven Doesn’t even Exist LMFAO!!!.
This is more reason why people should leave right, we all know good from bad
“We're all sentenced to solitary confinement inside our own skins, for life.”
― Tennessee Williams
They need to show videos like this in school.
One of the best documentaries ive ever seen, praise Jesus.