In this powerful episode of The Edge, six voices come together to share stories of pain, redemption, and the surprising ways God brings healing. Former inmates, their partners, and ministry leaders reveal how the darkest beginnings can give way to lives filled with purpose.
What you’ll hear:
From gangs to grace — Bryan opens up about his journey from gang affiliation to a life transformed in Christ. His story shows how God’s love can break through even the hardest walls.
Overcoming childhood abuse — Four of the six guests reveal painful experiences of abuse in their early years. Their testimonies declare that the wounds of childhood do not have the final word; Christ brings healing and a new identity.
Partners in life, partners in ministry — Priscilla Johnson and Kevin, now engaged, share how their relationship is more than a personal commitment — it’s a calling to walk side by side in ministry. Together, they illustrate the strength that comes when life partners also become ministry partners.
A mother’s “Why” — One of the touching stories in this episode comes from a mom whose heartfelt “Why?” to her incarcerated son pierced his heart and led him to make a life-changing decision. Her pain became the spark that set her son on the path of transformation.
Legacy Rock Ranch — Founded by a former prison warden, Legacy Rock Ranch provides housing, job training, accountability, and discipleship for men reentering society. It is a living example of how faith and structure together create lasting change. (legacyrockranch.com)
Stay Close to the Master — Priscilla’s ministry continues to bring hope to families, helping them overcome brokenness, restore relationships, and discover their true identity in Christ. (stayclosetothemaster.org)
Why it matters:
This episode is a testimony to the God who redeems: from cycles of abuse to gang life, from broken families to restored partnerships, from incarceration to ministry. Each story reminds us that with Christ, no past is too broken and no future is beyond hope.