Visiting Prisoners

Matthew 25:35-40 tells us to visit those in prison. When was the last time you were in prison, visiting people, encouraging them and bringing the word of God to them?

You might ask, how can I go to prison and minister? I will tell you that there are some ways that are easy and ways that are a bit harder. Let’s start by thinking about your local Detention Center. You could call the Chaplain at your local Detention Center and ask them if they have openings for volunteers.

One such ministry is called Overcomers In Christ. Check with your local Detention Center and find out if they have this program inside. If they do, maybe you can help facilitate the program. If they don’t why not try to start this ministry. It teaches people how to overcome life’s trials day by day. You can find out about Overcomers in Christ at http://www.overcomersinchrist.org/index.html.

Another thing that you can do is ask the Chaplain what needs the inmates have. Something simple like greeting cards could be donated to the Detention Facility. In the next edition of this blog, I will tell you about another ministry called Kairos Prison Ministry International and the work they are doing.

Start with a simple pray, something like this: “Lord, if you want me to help in jail or prison ministry, show me the path you want me to take. Give me a love for those incarcerated, not loving what they have done, but loving them as You love them....in Jesus name....AMEN.

Blessings,

Carol

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