Testimonies From Prison
All glory to God, the Lord Jesus Christ, and the power of the HolySpirit!
Below are a few testimonies from Okeechobee Correctional Institution (a maximum security state prison. I was able to write a few of these testimonies as the participating Inmate Residents shared their experiences after being a part of the 3 ½ day Kairos
Weekend.
The Holy Spirit was evident right from the very beginning and continued with a strong presence during the entire weekend.
Testimonies of a Kairos Weekend Experience
♦ I didn’t know we had family like this. Coming here (this weekend) showed me that I have a bigger family than I ever had.
I’m talking about a good family ~ a real family.
● I thank God for this Kairos. I have met friends. I never had friends like this in the world. I gave my life to Christ.
♦ All I can say is that this is an amazing experience. I have never been so overwhelmed. If tomorrow (Sunday) is anything
like the last 3 days, we are in for a treat.
● It gets dark in this place. It gets discouraging. I have experienced something that I have never experienced before. It's
never been like this. I never had a father figure. You all changed my life. I have been touched in a way that I have never
been touched before.
♦ I learned a lot about Choices – Not Being Alone – and Spirituality. Clyde’s testimony really touched me. I know the best love is God’s love.
Let’s continue to spread it. I want all of you to know I love you. Keep your heads up.
● This is so touching. It is not going to be over. It will not be over. Our family will continue on the compound.
♦ At the introductions, there were some that said they came for the food. You all did not look at them negatively for being
real and honest. You still received us well. It made a difference and a positive impression.
● Sure, I came for the food, but I found something more. I found spiritual food. It is more filling and lasts a lot longer.
♦ I don’t know what’s going on, but I am filled. I feel like a knot is being untied in my stomach. I can’t describe it. I am
different. I don’t care anything about enemies past or present. They can’t affect me now.
● I have never experienced anything like this. Guys, going off to the Club scene, it can be cold. This is different. Something
is happening. Christ is living in me. I found a feeling that I want to stay.
♦ I have been in this way for 30 years. Christians are an endangered species. My batteries are recharged. I am set to bring
this back out there to the compound.
● There is a lot of genuine laughter here and a lot of fun. This is unusual in this place (prison).
♦ I’m glad to be here. The only reason I came was for the food ~ period. On the first day, I decided to put my all into it. I
started praising God. I put down all the walls, pseud, and smoke screens. I decided to pour out my heart to Christ. I’m
feeling it too. I have the eternal fire. I hope when this Weekend is over to still shine just as bright.
● I used to enjoy serving the Lord. I was hurting when I came. It’s great to have brothers to share the hurt. I like that. God
can change a lifestyle.
♦ I came for the food. I didn’t see or know you could experience this kind of love. I have had a tough time with the number
48. It brought me anger. Now this is Kairos #48. Now when 48 pop into my mind I will remember this JOY.
● I want to change some of the things that I have been doing – thugging, not letting anyone step on my feet, and thinking
that I am unstoppable. I want to change and make sure I don’t come back to this place.
♦ I have been to a lot of institutions. I have seen Kairos Weekend come and go for many years. It is filling to my heart and
mind to see brothers stand up and show what they really feel. Loving and showing how to love, these are the type of
people we need to be around. It is tough to love around here. I don’t like Barbeque. I enjoyed being here and I have
learned a lot.
● This experience has blessed me personally. I am blessed to see all of you being blessed and enjoying yourself praising
God. We don’t deserve all this good. I hate to see it end. Through God we can continue.
♦ For 10 years I have seen others go through this program of Kairos. I now see what they have been talking about. I have
truly been blessed.
● I had built up a lot of walls. Today, many of them have come down.
♦ I have found love. Now I have an everlasting memory of the love of Christ.
● From many Christians, I have seen poor examples. When I leave, I want to be a good example of what a Christian truly is.
♦ Raised not having a father or brother, I didn’t come for the food. I came to Kairos for the experience. Now, I have brothers
and fathers.
● When I came I was down in the tomb. I have found forgiveness, love, and peace. I have found a new way of life. I hope
you all found change. I did.
♦ I was down, down, down. I don’t have a wife or kids. Kairos is my life now. I found love, peace, joy, and praise. I found
God and Jesus ~ love and happiness.
● I came confused, but I have found love, peace, and brotherly love. I now have an open heart, forgiveness, and
understanding. I thank everybody.
♦ I am a believer, but I fell from grace by doing what I had preached against. I am at peace and am able to forgive myself for
being here. I know God loves me. God has something good for us all. Keep pressing forward.
● When I came here, I was lost. I have found a lot of love, deep feelings, and a new family. I love others and I love myself.
♦ When I came here I had a heavy heart. I wondered if it would ever let up. I was not doing anybody any good. I was looking
for life. I see it here. My family has just gotten bigger. On the compound, when I see you down, I’m going to lift you up.
● When I came here I was spiritually lost. With all the different studies around me, I didn’t know where I was at. I found l
love from you all. I have a new family. I will be a witness.
♦ I stayed alone and distant from others. I found that I am not alone. I found myself and a new love for others. I am taking
the love of God with me.
● When I came here, I was burdened and confused. Through the examples of Christ-like compassion ~ I had read about it,
but I had not seen it. I now have the knowledge that it does exist in this world.
♦ When I came here, I was all messed up and out-of-wack. I didn’t know what I needed, but I knew I needed something. I
have released everything. I am taking this Weekend away with me and keeping it in my memory.
● For 46 years I have never felt happiness. I now have love and joy. I thank my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
♦ When I came here, I had many walls up. I find it hard to love everybody. I have learned a lot. I have been too many
churches. I know shouting and dancing, but I have never experienced anything like this. These men that have come here
have not used any theatrics. I have seen lives changed. Something has changed in me. Memories of the experience of
this meeting will stay with me forever. I love you all. Let’s keep praying for each other.
● Growing up, I was not religious. Even though I was dragged to church, I rebelled. This is what it is supposed to be. I see
men crying and not just faking it. If Heaven is anything like this, I want to be in that number.
♦ As the women came in from the outside and sang to the inmate residents on Sunday afternoon, one brother said, “When I
heard those women singing, I was sure I was hearing angels.”
● I have been running (from God) for a long time. I have taken off my track shoes. It’s not about the food, now I want to get
closer to God.
♦ For a long time I have been a walking dead man. Now, I open up to the Lord. Yes, the physical food is good, but the
spiritual food is better.
● When I came, I had no peace, and joy. For 21 months, I have waited to be a part of one of these weekends. Now, I know
that I am not alone. I know that someone out there cares and that I have a supporting family.
♦ I saw that Kairos means God’s Special Time. I felt His power lifting me. Each talk was inspiring and uplifting. It has been
one of the most positive experiences I’ve had. What we (residents) see here – we’ve got to go out there and keep doing
it.
● When I came, I had all types of problems. I was hungering for love, peace, and joy. I feel energized. I see that this is not
just hype. This is real. I have never experienced anything like this.
♦ The food is good. But, I am not here for the food any more.
● When I came, I was already a believer. My eyes have been opened more. Here, I have found love, joy, peace. I see a lot
of things differently. I see that we are the church. I am going to go and try to express it. If someone doesn’t want to
listen, I will go to the next one. I am taking away a lot. I love all you brothers.
♦ I see love in all of you. It makes me want to burst out in tears. Let’s bring this to our fellowship groups out on the yard.
Let’s keep this up.
● When I came, I was weak. I am full again. I can go a little further. I will take this with me.
♦ I thought I was complete all by myself. According to Acts 2, I already had the Spirit. Now I see, it’s not just about tongues,
but about fellowship with other brothers. I have a family.
● When I came I was drained, exhausted, and frustrated. Through the brotherhood that I have experienced, I see that I am
not the only child God has. I love all of you.
♦ When I came, I was confused. I didn’t know how to worship with others. Here, I have experienced a love that I can’t put I
into words. I am taking this with me. This is real!
● Here, I have found strength, encouragement, and inspiration. I don’t feel like I’m in an Institution. This is like being with m
my natural family. I am taking all of you with me.
♦ Today was very special. It has been a long time since I touched and prayed for someone and had someone to touch and
pray for me.
● I am now a completely different person. I am happy with my new way of life. I now know that I have spiritual tools to help
me do what I can’t do on my own. I thank God for my new family. This has been a great experience that I will never forget.
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What a mighty God we serve. He keeps showing Himself strong and mighty to forgive, save, heal, comfort, encourage, and give hope. Thanks be to God the Father, the Lord Jesus Christ, and the power of the Holy Spirit for all that is accomplished on each of these Weekends. These are awesome experiences that we will never forget.
Below are a few testimonies from Okeechobee Correctional Institution (a maximum security state prison. I was able to write a few of these testimonies as the participating Inmate Residents shared their experiences after being a part of the 3 ½ day Kairos
Weekend.
The Holy Spirit was evident right from the very beginning and continued with a strong presence during the entire weekend.
Testimonies of a Kairos Weekend Experience
♦ I didn’t know we had family like this. Coming here (this weekend) showed me that I have a bigger family than I ever had.
I’m talking about a good family ~ a real family.
● I thank God for this Kairos. I have met friends. I never had friends like this in the world. I gave my life to Christ.
♦ All I can say is that this is an amazing experience. I have never been so overwhelmed. If tomorrow (Sunday) is anything
like the last 3 days, we are in for a treat.
● It gets dark in this place. It gets discouraging. I have experienced something that I have never experienced before. It's
never been like this. I never had a father figure. You all changed my life. I have been touched in a way that I have never
been touched before.
♦ I learned a lot about Choices – Not Being Alone – and Spirituality. Clyde’s testimony really touched me. I know the best love is God’s love.
Let’s continue to spread it. I want all of you to know I love you. Keep your heads up.
● This is so touching. It is not going to be over. It will not be over. Our family will continue on the compound.
♦ At the introductions, there were some that said they came for the food. You all did not look at them negatively for being
real and honest. You still received us well. It made a difference and a positive impression.
● Sure, I came for the food, but I found something more. I found spiritual food. It is more filling and lasts a lot longer.
♦ I don’t know what’s going on, but I am filled. I feel like a knot is being untied in my stomach. I can’t describe it. I am
different. I don’t care anything about enemies past or present. They can’t affect me now.
● I have never experienced anything like this. Guys, going off to the Club scene, it can be cold. This is different. Something
is happening. Christ is living in me. I found a feeling that I want to stay.
♦ I have been in this way for 30 years. Christians are an endangered species. My batteries are recharged. I am set to bring
this back out there to the compound.
● There is a lot of genuine laughter here and a lot of fun. This is unusual in this place (prison).
♦ I’m glad to be here. The only reason I came was for the food ~ period. On the first day, I decided to put my all into it. I
started praising God. I put down all the walls, pseud, and smoke screens. I decided to pour out my heart to Christ. I’m
feeling it too. I have the eternal fire. I hope when this Weekend is over to still shine just as bright.
● I used to enjoy serving the Lord. I was hurting when I came. It’s great to have brothers to share the hurt. I like that. God
can change a lifestyle.
♦ I came for the food. I didn’t see or know you could experience this kind of love. I have had a tough time with the number
48. It brought me anger. Now this is Kairos #48. Now when 48 pop into my mind I will remember this JOY.
● I want to change some of the things that I have been doing – thugging, not letting anyone step on my feet, and thinking
that I am unstoppable. I want to change and make sure I don’t come back to this place.
♦ I have been to a lot of institutions. I have seen Kairos Weekend come and go for many years. It is filling to my heart and
mind to see brothers stand up and show what they really feel. Loving and showing how to love, these are the type of
people we need to be around. It is tough to love around here. I don’t like Barbeque. I enjoyed being here and I have
learned a lot.
● This experience has blessed me personally. I am blessed to see all of you being blessed and enjoying yourself praising
God. We don’t deserve all this good. I hate to see it end. Through God we can continue.
♦ For 10 years I have seen others go through this program of Kairos. I now see what they have been talking about. I have
truly been blessed.
● I had built up a lot of walls. Today, many of them have come down.
♦ I have found love. Now I have an everlasting memory of the love of Christ.
● From many Christians, I have seen poor examples. When I leave, I want to be a good example of what a Christian truly is.
♦ Raised not having a father or brother, I didn’t come for the food. I came to Kairos for the experience. Now, I have brothers
and fathers.
● When I came I was down in the tomb. I have found forgiveness, love, and peace. I have found a new way of life. I hope
you all found change. I did.
♦ I was down, down, down. I don’t have a wife or kids. Kairos is my life now. I found love, peace, joy, and praise. I found
God and Jesus ~ love and happiness.
● I came confused, but I have found love, peace, and brotherly love. I now have an open heart, forgiveness, and
understanding. I thank everybody.
♦ I am a believer, but I fell from grace by doing what I had preached against. I am at peace and am able to forgive myself for
being here. I know God loves me. God has something good for us all. Keep pressing forward.
● When I came here, I was lost. I have found a lot of love, deep feelings, and a new family. I love others and I love myself.
♦ When I came here I had a heavy heart. I wondered if it would ever let up. I was not doing anybody any good. I was looking
for life. I see it here. My family has just gotten bigger. On the compound, when I see you down, I’m going to lift you up.
● When I came here I was spiritually lost. With all the different studies around me, I didn’t know where I was at. I found l
love from you all. I have a new family. I will be a witness.
♦ I stayed alone and distant from others. I found that I am not alone. I found myself and a new love for others. I am taking
the love of God with me.
● When I came here, I was burdened and confused. Through the examples of Christ-like compassion ~ I had read about it,
but I had not seen it. I now have the knowledge that it does exist in this world.
♦ When I came here, I was all messed up and out-of-wack. I didn’t know what I needed, but I knew I needed something. I
have released everything. I am taking this Weekend away with me and keeping it in my memory.
● For 46 years I have never felt happiness. I now have love and joy. I thank my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
♦ When I came here, I had many walls up. I find it hard to love everybody. I have learned a lot. I have been too many
churches. I know shouting and dancing, but I have never experienced anything like this. These men that have come here
have not used any theatrics. I have seen lives changed. Something has changed in me. Memories of the experience of
this meeting will stay with me forever. I love you all. Let’s keep praying for each other.
● Growing up, I was not religious. Even though I was dragged to church, I rebelled. This is what it is supposed to be. I see
men crying and not just faking it. If Heaven is anything like this, I want to be in that number.
♦ As the women came in from the outside and sang to the inmate residents on Sunday afternoon, one brother said, “When I
heard those women singing, I was sure I was hearing angels.”
● I have been running (from God) for a long time. I have taken off my track shoes. It’s not about the food, now I want to get
closer to God.
♦ For a long time I have been a walking dead man. Now, I open up to the Lord. Yes, the physical food is good, but the
spiritual food is better.
● When I came, I had no peace, and joy. For 21 months, I have waited to be a part of one of these weekends. Now, I know
that I am not alone. I know that someone out there cares and that I have a supporting family.
♦ I saw that Kairos means God’s Special Time. I felt His power lifting me. Each talk was inspiring and uplifting. It has been
one of the most positive experiences I’ve had. What we (residents) see here – we’ve got to go out there and keep doing
it.
● When I came, I had all types of problems. I was hungering for love, peace, and joy. I feel energized. I see that this is not
just hype. This is real. I have never experienced anything like this.
♦ The food is good. But, I am not here for the food any more.
● When I came, I was already a believer. My eyes have been opened more. Here, I have found love, joy, peace. I see a lot
of things differently. I see that we are the church. I am going to go and try to express it. If someone doesn’t want to
listen, I will go to the next one. I am taking away a lot. I love all you brothers.
♦ I see love in all of you. It makes me want to burst out in tears. Let’s bring this to our fellowship groups out on the yard.
Let’s keep this up.
● When I came, I was weak. I am full again. I can go a little further. I will take this with me.
♦ I thought I was complete all by myself. According to Acts 2, I already had the Spirit. Now I see, it’s not just about tongues,
but about fellowship with other brothers. I have a family.
● When I came I was drained, exhausted, and frustrated. Through the brotherhood that I have experienced, I see that I am
not the only child God has. I love all of you.
♦ When I came, I was confused. I didn’t know how to worship with others. Here, I have experienced a love that I can’t put I
into words. I am taking this with me. This is real!
● Here, I have found strength, encouragement, and inspiration. I don’t feel like I’m in an Institution. This is like being with m
my natural family. I am taking all of you with me.
♦ Today was very special. It has been a long time since I touched and prayed for someone and had someone to touch and
pray for me.
● I am now a completely different person. I am happy with my new way of life. I now know that I have spiritual tools to help
me do what I can’t do on my own. I thank God for my new family. This has been a great experience that I will never forget.
**************************
What a mighty God we serve. He keeps showing Himself strong and mighty to forgive, save, heal, comfort, encourage, and give hope. Thanks be to God the Father, the Lord Jesus Christ, and the power of the Holy Spirit for all that is accomplished on each of these Weekends. These are awesome experiences that we will never forget.
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