This episode Matt will share about his experience of going Homeless on purpose. You will hear about the time he spent and how it changed the way he served and how it changed his life forever. We dont really know what someone is struggling with until we really get to know the struggle. This episode really makes you think about how we can serve just by getting to know someone. Our hope is you will look at others differently through listening to this experience.

Today we talk about the principles we at Ransom Ministries follow when serving others. In the book that Matt wrote "Life outside the boat" he talks about serving others well. It has been learned over the 11 years of serving those most people have given up on. Each day is a learning experience and we know we still have much to learn. Matt will talk about mistakes and times when it worked and the lessons learned. Sometimes no is the most loving thing you can say. Steps to service 1. Trust 2. Faith 3. Understanding 4. Action 5. Mercy 6. Justice 7. Balance Link to the book is in the subtitle.

Today we are joined by Leevester he will share about growing up in Mobile, prison time, wrong choices and better choices. He will talk about depression, anger and a host of other things that kept him going down the wrong path. Today he is learning to live one day at a time and trusting the Lord with his life and decisions. We have seen Leevester go through many hard times even while he has been here at Ransom. We have seen him learn to navigate these times in a mature and victorious way. Join as He shares his journey.

Today we talk with teammate Kyle. He has been here and we have seen such growth. Not just in work but his the way he handles hard things in his life. Kyle as of this episode has moved on to a B job and we are sure he will do great. Many of us have had situations make us mad at God and blame Him. Today we talk about how to overcome these.

Today we talk with one of our most committed volunteers. We talk about growing up, marriage, children, divorce, depression and volunteering. You will see what we all see in Sandra and how much a blessing she is to us and those we serve.

Today we talk with Amanda who had many people let her down. She did not believe God was real or even cared but then she asked Him for help and boy did He come through. We have seen Amanda go from not believing she had a purpose or the ability to succeed. To a person with growing confidence and a natural leader. We are so proud of Amanda and we know you will be also after hearing her story.

Today we talk to Ethan he will share about his childhood. Ethan is 20 years old and been through more than most in their entire life. Ethan will encourage you to forgive and to move on with your life. He will share of hurt, anger, forgiveness we know you will be blessed. Since the recording of this podcast Ethan has started a graduated Ransom Recycling, fulltime job, bought a car and grown in so many ways. We know you will enjoy our conversation with Ethan.

Today we bring back a past episode in honor of our amazing volunteer Bill. He is going through a tough time right now and mostly we wanted him to listen to this so he can remember who is in control. Bill has had many setbacks in his life and this one is challenging but we have watched him handle it with such grace and as we type this, we realize that we have learned so much from this man over the years about trust. We hope you will be encouraged as you listen. Be praying for Bill as you listen. We love you Bill!!

Today's episode is a recap of what Ransom Ministries is about and what has happened in 2021. Please listen and prayerfully consider getting involved and consider us when making your end of year donation. We are in the process of becoming 50% self-sustaining ministry, but we still depend on donations to do what we do. Each donation is tax deductible. We are so excited to see what 2022 will bring and we hope you will join us in this mission.

This episode Lacey gets real and raw about her growing up, bad decisions, losing a sister way to early and hard love that saved her life. She had a rough time but is making progress in becoming all God created her to be. It is a day to day struggle but it is not about falling but how we get up each day. I know you will enjoy our conversation with Lacey. Go to to find out more about what we do.