Jesus Christ Prison Ministry

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Volume 10, Issue 9 / September 2007

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"Suppose one of you has a hundred sheep and loses one of them. Does he not leave the ninety-nine in the open country and go after the lost sheep until he finds it?... there will be more rejoicing in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who do not need to repent." Luke 15:4, 7

     

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Prison Mission Report!

 

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

From a donor:

I enjoy reading the letters from the people you are helping with your book. God is soooo good. God bless you.

Anetta, MO

 

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9500 N. Etiwanda Ave.

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Dear Jesus Christ Prison Ministry,

I have already done five years from 2000 to 2005. When I was in prison the first time I gave my life to Christ and I did great because Jesus was in my heart. When I was released from prison, after a few months I began to veer away from God and His Word. Now I’m facing eight years in prison with no help from the outside. I’m totally indigent right now. Could you please send me your "Change Your Life Biblically" workbook. I heard about your ministry from another inmate who lives for Christ.

Edward, GA

 

As you can see, folks, when they have not been taught the truth, they are not able to live the perfect, righteous and holy life that Jesus commands. Without truth, they fall away from the desire because they don’t know how to maintain the relationship they wanted. It is awesome to see the changes taking place in inmates who have accepted the truth in their lives. Thank you folks for helping us get God’s Everlasting Gospel out to all inmates so they can all have the opportunity to change their lives in Truth.

 

Dear Mr. Ron John,

I am a first time writer and have looked through your book, "Change Your Life Biblically" from another inmate. Your book is the one I have been searching for, for a long time. I have absolutely no funds and am begging you to send me a copy of it. I will send stamps in the future if and when I ever receive any money. Can you also please put me on your mailing list for your newsletter? Someone gave me the stamp for this letter.

John, NY

 

Dear JCPM,

I would like to thank you for writing me back so quickly. As you already know, I do wish to receive your book, "Change Your Life Biblically". I am going to be honest with you, I only have a few stamps and stamped envelopes. Now let me explain. I am currently going through procedures in court to get my children back from the courts. So I really need all of my envelopes and stamps. As you can see I don’t even have paper. So I have to communicate with the social worker, my appointed attorney, my children and the foster care provider as well as the courts. And all that is very important to me. But I realize now that nothing is more important than Jesus Christ. I just want you to know that little bit that I read of your book has impacted my life tremendously. But I had to give it back to its owner. I am going to send you 4 stamps and 2 stamped envelopes. I really think your book is worth it. Hope to receive it very soon. And I will hand out your pamphlets to other beginning Christians.

Nicolas, CA

 

JCPM,

Thank you so much for this excellent study. Most of it was plain to see. The prophecies have always been a little tough for me. When I was fairly young I came to the conclusion that organized religion was to gain power and control over people. Your study made it plain to see. I study with a small group. They were very patient with my questions. Plus they keep the Sabbath day. I was asked if I wanted to become a member of the church and be baptized. Get this, "into the church". Just seemed wrong. I have declined and now know why. What are nondenominational people to do about baptism? Would like to hear what you have to say on this. I was sending tithes to the church, but have found some place else I believe more needing of my contributions. It should get to you soon.

Stephen, OR

 

JCPM,

I thank you for putting this study together. There is so much evil. So much hatred, misery, evil done by men to other men. No hope, only strife. I have found hope, love, life in the Lord Jesus Christ. I’m no longer a slave to sin, but a child of God. For some reason this study fell in my hands. The timing only God could of knew. I was ready for change. I was conflicted about church because of my cultural background (Catholic). But this study tipped the scale. I’m also a reader from "SHU". I love history so I’m familiar what the pope and church has done in the name of God. This study has opened my eyes to the error of my wicked ways. It has lead me back to the one true God, His love the Ten Commandments. His mercy, His peace, His wisdom and his justice. I want to say thank you. This is a great noble thing here. It is so much needed. Just yesterday someone was murdered here. Before that there was a murder. So evil is here, but the Lord protects His people. I will share your address with all who listen: prisoners, free, family, friends, and enemies.

Richard, CA

 

Dear Honorable Staff,

I’m writing you this brief note to ask you what, if any, resources you may have available. At this very moment I’m on a little vacation down a violation. I’ll be paroling shortly. Thank God to that I’m paroling close to your area. What I’m asking and would like to know is, does your ministry offer any half way houses, Christ homes that are available to a person on parole? I will say this, at this point in my life, I’m willing to try anything. I think Christian company might just be good for me. I really don’t have any where to parole to. Nothing solid that will keep me off the streets and drugs. Bottom line is, I’m 36 years old and finally realizing I can’t do this on my own. I need some help. Now, with that said, if you guys can’t help me out, cool.

Danny, CA

(With either a few more donors, or with more donors giving all their tithes and offerings each month, we could build a "cabin" to house two to four inmates. This could be a real school of the prophets. But it takes funding. Right now we need $50,000 to get the books printed before we run out. I can only do what you folks allow me to do. You are in control of the purse strings.)

 

Ronald John,

My friend told me about your ministry and all you offer. I am indigent. I have no help from the outside. I have about 7 years to go until my release date. I would love to get enrolled into your program to further my studies in the Lord. I thank you very much for your time.

Todd, CA

 

Dear Brother Ronald John,

God has blessed me with the opportunity to help guide a group of men in their daily walk with Christ. We have a mixture of Spanish and English. So I am putting 20 stamps in this envelope to receive 3 books and studies. I am asking for 2 English and 1 Spanish if possible. I teach bilingual classes at this jail. So that is why we are asking for both versions. I greatly appreciate your time and effort in this.

Charles, CA

(Again folks, we need $30,000 to get the book printed into Spanish. We have no Spanish books available. Only you can help Jesus help Charles help the Spanish. Without funding I can’t do anything. Thank you folks for taking this ministry seriously as your own and nurturing it and babying it so we can grow and be a blessing to millions of people who are begging for this book.)

Dear Sir,

I would like to thank you for the book and the Bible study. It has really been a blessing to me and others as I teach them what God has revealed to me through your ministry. Please send me my certificate for completing the book. I always believed and was taught by God that we are to keep the Sabbath. I never did, because like you say, we are so stuck up on tradition that I failed to honor it. God hates tradition. I really didn’t understand the real message behind it. Now, I do. Thanks to God and you I have all the answers and Scriptures to silence the critics about the Sabbath. I have been searching for these answers for years to defend the Sabbath and now I have found the pot of gold. I also agree with you 110% about being perfect. I stand on Matthew 5:48. Jesus said for us to be perfect even as God in Heaven is perfect. He would have not told us to do this if we couldn’t do it. All I can say is, that besides Jesus, you and your ministry is amazing.

Darrel, LA

 

Dear Brother Ron,

It’s me again. I just keep sending and sending and sending these stamps. (Praise God!) I was happy to hear that they are able to help you and the "story" move along. I do have a little story to tell of two inmates that I’ve been able to share the truth with. One is going home tonight. I gave him your number in hopes that you can help him in finding individuals of like mind. He is homeless right now. But has such a drive to do God’s will. He was offered a program with a "Christian" group. But when he asked if they would allow him the Saturday Sabbath, they refused him. He turned them down. I am worried about him if he does not have anyone he can turn to when he gets out. He asked me if I knew of anyone or groups that keep the Sabbath. You are the only one I could think of. The other inmate is my roommate who has been very receptive of the Word and it’s truth. I was very surprised to learn that he had no knowledge of God’s commands, or for that, any Bible stories. Funny, I used to like talking about cars all this time. Now when I get the chance to talk, I talk about God and His Word. That’s way more fun.

Kevin, CA

 

Dear Sir,

My deep concern for writing you this letter is based on your encouraging and life saving book entitled, "Change Your Life Biblically". I came across it this very day that I am penning you this letter. On my preparation to go to school, I went to my uncle’s house which is not far from where I live. In his sitting room I found this book on his chair. As a lay member and a student who engages in literature evangelism, I don’t hesitate to glance through any book I come across. The catchy contents urged me to proceed to the full study on the topic "Faith and God". This doctrine had been very hard for me to grasp despite numerous teachings and books I have had and read respectively. Honestly speaking, within less than thirty minutes with this book, the real truths behind it unfolded and I am happy to say that all doubts concerning this issue had been cleared. I have a lot of people whom I hold Bible studies with. I know this book is meant mainly for prisoners, but there are those of us who are prisoners of sin and this book will to large extent free us at last. It is not my intention to acquire this book and sell it as some literature evangelists do. My concern most is to get my pastors to know the truth presented in the Bible. I am here pleading for you to send down to me some of this book to aid all of us to advance in Spirit while waiting for our King.

Osei, Ghana, West Africa

 

Dear Sir,

The main point of this letter is that I want you to send to me a copy of your book. I am a new believer and I want to know more about the Word of God.

Michael, Nigeria, Africa

 

JCPM,

Just to let you know my CYLB (Change Your Life Biblically) book goes with me in one hand and my Bible in the other. Hand in hand. You are right on the mark and there is no question the truth will set us free. I put out your flyers and really don’t know how many people have asked you for your CYLB. I also try to spread the 3 angels’ message in verity. Most people just don’t care. Especially the pagans. But I don’t argue. I just pray they’ll be on our side and change their mind. I’ve come to the conclusion that they’ll either be with us or against us. It’s that simple. I am very excited about your work. Keep it up.

Preston, OR

 

Dear Brother Ron,

Thank you for writing me back. My old cellie showed me your book, "Change Your Life Biblically". I fell in love with it. It opened my eyes and my heart. I’m writing you back to ask you for that book and anything else. My old cellie left and I have nothing to read. I have nothing at this time to send to you. But when I get my first pay check I will be glad to send what you ask.

Robert, CA

 

Dear Mr. John,

I am an indigent and knew a couple inmates who have made remarkable changes by working your book. A remarkable change in their brotherly kindness and helping others. I cannot afford 10 stamps but will try to send some as my welfare allows only 2 stamps per week.

Christopher, UT

 

To Whomsoever,

I am writing for more information. I have read the book, "Change Your Life Biblically". I found that I couldn’t put this book down. My wife and I were wanting to do Bible studies. This book makes it easy to understand. So if you could send my wife a copy will be appreciated.

Philip, WA

 

Dear Jesus Christ Prison Ministry,

I just recently finished reading your book and now I am getting ready to take the test. I found your book to be outstanding. Especially the part about Michael. I was brought to tears when I read that part. My brother Michael was killed in the Rhode Island night club fire in 2003. Right now I am in county jail and may be going to a Federal Prison for 15 to life. I am so scared right now. I have never been to prison longer than three months and that was only one time when I was younger. Could I please receive a copy of "Change Your Life Biblically" so it would be in my own name.

Jonathan, UT

 

Dear Jesus Christ Prison Ministry,

A current inmate told me about your workbook, "Change Your Life Biblically". I would like to request a copy for myself to study. Enclosed are 10 stamps which I was told to include.

Scott, CA

 

To Whom it may Concern,

A friend let me read his book, "Change Your Life Biblically". I would very much like to have a free copy for myself.

Ronald, CA

 

Dear Jesus Christ Prison Ministry,

I met a good friend in here that studies the word of God. I asked him concerning one book he got from Jesus Christ Prison Ministry. He gave me the address. I would love it very much if I can have a copy of "Change Your Life Biblically".

Terry, CA

 

Hello,

An inmate here gave me your address so that I may reserve the book, "Change Your Life Biblically". I’m new in the Word, but I think it would be a blessing to read this book. Inclosed is a book of stamps. I had to use one to send this to you, so I’ll have to owe you one, if it’s not too much of a problem.

Jack, CA

(From a wonderful donor. A true friend of Jesus.)

Dear Brother Ron,

I am enclosing a donation of $50 to your ministry. I have been reading how so many prisoners are eager to receive the "Change Your Life Biblically" book. It is so heartening to read that. I hope my donation enables some of the well deserving souls to receive the book. There is so much untruth mixed in with pure Bible truth in the world. My heart rejoices when I read about these people yearning for the real Bible truth. Not making fun of it, or ignoring it, or changing it to make it more palatable as so many do.

Donna, FL

 

Dear Prison Ministry,

What I’m writing you for is to see if you can send me a Christian book. I’m also writing you to see if you have any Christian rehabilitation houses in your area. Thank you so much for your time and concern.

James, CA

(we would like to start a Christian Training Center for inmates. But at this time we have no funding. Please pray that God will touch more hearts to join this little ministry to provide the funding we need.)

Hello,

A brother in Christ has a book called, "Change Your Life Biblically". Can you please send me one so I can get closer with God. It would be appreciated.

Bryan, CA

 

Jesus Christ Ministry,

A friend of mine has the book, "Change Your Life Biblically". He encouraged me to read it. He has since left this prison so I am writing you to ask if you can please send me this book?

Eli, CA

 

Dear Jesus Christ Prison Ministry,

I got hold of one of your "Change Your Life Biblically, volume 1" book. I would like to own all three volumes. Please, if possible, send all three volumes to me.

Terry, PA

 

Brother Ronald John,

I pray the Lord has blessed and watched over you all at your ministry. I got my certificate :-). Thanks for everything. I really liked the bookmarks with my name. The study book has changed my whole out look on life. I plan to keep studying and do the Lord’s work, but also to help your ministry as much as I can. The things you are doing for prisoners means a lot. Bringing the truth to those in need. I’ll always keep in touch. I’m sending a photo of myself and info, testimony to you for the web page. I kept it simple and honest. I seek only fellowship with Christians. I pray the Lord has a it planned for me to see the free world again. I’ve been in prison since 16 years old. First California Youth Authority then prison: 16 years straight. I’m 32 now. I want to talk to the youngsters coming up out there who are destroying themselves and share the Gospel with them. Try to make amends for all the wrong I’ve done. I turned from the Bible for years and read all sorts of other books. Now I have the Lord and the Bible. I plan to study the Word now and just try to learn more. Also "Change Your Life Biblically" I’ll study and teach from it.

Richard, CA

 

Dear Sir,

I was looking at your book from a friend and I would like to have one for myself as he is going home in a few days. Your book is called, "Change Your Life Biblically".

Tyrone, CA

 

Jesus Christ Prison,

Thank you for receiving my prayers and know I’ll be in your prayers. I’ve enclosed stamps for my son in state prison. Please mail him the book, "Change Your Life Biblically". He’ll enjoy reading the book. With 8 years locked up, this book will change his mind in changing his life. We now share verses from the Bible. Now with this book, we can share even more.

Lillie, TX

 

Dear Jesus Christ Ministries,

I want to thank you for caring enough to provide Christians with a much needed wake up call. One of my problems being a Christian is thinking that because a theologian has a Ph.D. behind their name it means that they have all of the answers. Due to your Bible study, I have an immense amount of information to test through the Holy Spirit. I have a great starting point and I thank you for that. I have traveled through the Old and New Testaments many times and learn more and more each time. I am astonished at the things I missed in the previous readings.

Erick, IN

 

Hello Ronald John,

I have just sent out for the book, "Change Your Life Biblically". As of now I didn’t want to believe in God or the devil. I’m starting to make changes in my life cause I’m tired of my old life style. I know there is so much I’ve been missing out on. I’ve been reading the Bible and praying Jesus would lead me in the right direction. I was answered with your book to help me understand what I never have before. I was blessed with it for a couple weeks. But I had to give it back. If you could assist me in owning my own, I would appreciate it. I sincerely believe "Change Your Life Biblically" is going to help me.

Wilfredo, CA

 

Dear Ronald,

I have just recently been introduced to the book, "Change Your Life Biblically". My neighbor next to my cell has been describing bits of details to me about the Old Covenant and the symbolism how the sacrifices worked before Jesus came to the world to take place for the New Covenant. I’ve just recently have been introduced into the love of Jesus Christ. I really don’t have a lot of knowledge about the Bible. My friend has been sharing with me. He talks about the prophecies of Daniel and Revelation. He seems to be excited now that he knows the terms and translation of all the symbolism that you teach out of your book. I’ve always been unaware of what all that meant. I know a lot of people get scared for some reason, yet can’t explain what it all means. He shares much more. I really wish I had my own book to study from so I can have better insights and read over certain topics more than once so I can really understand.

Israel, CA

 

Hello,

Here, another inmate allowed me to read his "Change Your Life Biblically". And that’s what it did for me. I thought I knew about the Bible. But after reading your book, I found out I didn’t. The book enlightened me into studying the Bible more. I wanted to thank you for writing a wonderful book.

Chris, VA

 

Dear Pastor John,

I began reading your newsletter last year when my son, a lifelong Christian, was falsely charged and sent to prison. I trust God that He has a purpose in this for Chris. I began tithing my little retirement check and I will continue. But the Lord has greatly blessed me and I am sending you part of my tithe. I hope it helps get your book to all who want it. God continue to bless you as you harvest souls for Christ.

Pam, AZ

(Folks, she sent over $500. That is a lot for those on a small monthly SSI check. May God bless her for her devotion to saving souls through this little ministry.)

 

Dear Ronald,

I want to be a part of the Jesus Christ Prison Ministry. I’m here in prison and heard about your ministry and have seen the study books you sent to my friend called, "Change Your Life Biblically". I want to do this. I’m asking my family to send the $5 you are requesting.

Edward, CA

 

To Jesus Christ Prison Ministry,

I got your address from a friend. Me and him were thinking and I told him how I wanted to walk with the Lord. I told him that I was still a baby in Christ. I wanted to learn more and more about Jesus Christ. I want to change my life. I want to change my old ways to new, I would love to have the book, but I don’t have no money on my books. I really want to change my life.

Ron, CA

 

From another family who’s son is being helped by this ministry:

Dear Brother Ron,

Hoping that you’re doing fine by the love of God. Thank you for helping our son. He’s going through difficult moments right now. Praise God and your ministry.

Jesse & Dora, CA

 

Another Donor writes:

Dear Friends, each month as I read the letters to you from God’s hurting sons and daughters, I praise the God of Heaven for the love toward you in giving you the chance to be His voice to a hurting group of loved ones. Keep on keeping on for you are blessed.

Gloria, AZ

As you can see, we are still struggling to pay off our debts and then put funds away for the new books. On behalf of inmates around the world, I would like to say, "Thank you" for your continued support.

Love in Christ,

Ron

The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make His face shine upon you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn His face toward you and give you peace. Numbers 6:24-26

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