Lora Batterson is a pastor in Washington, D.C., at National Community Church, home of the Love Justice initiative, and a member of the Prison Fellowship Board of Directors.
Working with and getting to know people who are incarcerated has had a huge effect on my [Lora’s] relationship with the Lord. I remember going into prison for the first time.
By the time I left, I felt like crying. I realized that I had encountered Jesus in a way that I never would have encountered Him had I not been with the people behind bars.
Statistics tell us that 1 in 3 American adults has a criminal record. Many of these people are likely part of our churches.
It has become a mantra around our church to simply pray, “Holy Spirit, where are You at work today, and how can I join You?”
Men and women in prison are looking for hope. And nothing provides hope like the living Word of God. The demand for Bibles and Christian content is at an all-time high. Will you help us meet the need? Please give generously today.
After her life was impacted by people ministering to her in prison, Cheryl started her own ministry. Now she encourages others to believe they can succeed while still inside.
