After more than 20 years in ministry, both in the US and Taiwan, Pastor Chuck thought he knew what serving God with an open heart and open mind meant. And then God asked him to open his church to a group of former prison inmates. Would a staid and older congregation accept this group of people?

Chuck Foreman and his wife Kathy, have established roots at First Christian Church of Phoenix, AZ, a church known for humbly serving its community. In addition to being proud parents and grandparents, Chuck and Kathy consider dozens of men and women part of their beloved family of disciples. For more information visit www.fccphx.com.

"Love Like Jesus: The Story of Pastor Chuck Foreman" can be found in Victorious Living Magazine Issue 2 | 2023 or to read digitally click here.

Being a preacher's kid didn't keep Mary Beth from years of emotional and spiritual instability, mistrust, and distance from God. Only through surrender did she find peace and purpose. 

Mary Beth Barefoot serves on the creative team at Opendoor Church in Greenville, NC. She shares her story in hopes that people will overcome shame and step into healthy, authentic relationships with God and His people.

"Put Down the Walls: The Story of Mary Beth Barefoot" can be found in Victorious Living Magazine Issue 2 | 2022 or to read digitally click here.

"It's going to be okay. You're going to make it." Sentenced to 10 years in prison, Joshua couldn't see how those words could possibly be true. What he didn't know yet was that with God, even thriving through incarceration is possible. 

Joshua Brown gives God all the glory for his redemption story and for the success he has experienced in the free world as a contractor, in his relationships, and in his ministry. Today, he serves on the board of directors at Society-First and is on staff at Multicultural Family Church in Brandon, Florida.

"It's Going To Be Okay: The Story of Joshua Brown" can be found in Victorious Living Magazine Issue 4 | 2022 or to read digitally click here.

The Robinsons both grew up in church and lived godly lives. When God allowed their firstborn son to be autistic, their dreams and plans shattered around them. But God had bigger plans than Kyle and Bobie had ever imagined.

Kyle and Bobbie Robinson are the founders of Aces For Autism. Families seeking autism support may contact Aces For Autism by email at [email protected] or call (252) 689-6645.

"Embracing God's Plan: The Story of Kyle and Bobbie Robinson" can be found in Victorious Living Magazine Issue 3 | 2022 or to read digitally click here.

Thaddeus Bruce spent his life searching for meaning and acceptance, but those things aren't found in this world. They're found in surrender to the never-ending, relentless love of God. Thaddeus combines his powerful testimony of redemption with his musical and writing talent to help others find direction, transformation, and a closer relationship with God. For more information, visit www.thaddeusbruce.com.

"That's Not My Name Anymore: The Story of Thaddeus Bruce" can be found in Victorious Living Magazine Issue 4 | 2022.

Melisha Johnson walked out of federal prison a woman on a mission. No longer an inmate, she is a voice for those she left behind. Working with churches and prison ministries, she shares her experience to help them better understand the needs of the incarcerated. She is the founder of Jesus is the Key to Re-Entry, a Christ-centered ministry and podcast promoting advocacy on behalf of the incarcerated.

"Keep Pressing On: The story of Melisha Johnson" is found in Issue 2 | 2022, Victorious Living Magazine.

John 3:30 says, "He must become greater; I must become less." Ronnie Hopkins lives his life by this scripture. But that wasn't always the case. Years of anger and self-pity kept Ronnie from recognizing anything good in his life and landed him straight into prison. With no other choice, he finally stopped long enough to hear God's voice, quietly saying, "Trust me, Ronnie."

The Story of Ronnie Hopkins can be found in Issue 1 | 2023 Victorious Living Magazine, "More of Jesus, Less of Me".

Juliana McFadden once struggled with the shame of being the sister of a murderer and a growing resentment toward God. But God had a purpose in her pain, and today she uses her experience to help others see Christ in their circumstances as well by ministering to formerly incarcerated women through SISTER Ministries. Her story can be found in Victorious Living Magazine, Issue 1 | 2023.

Kristi Overton Johnson and Christina Kimbrel share how they overcame fear and uncertainty in discomfort. God called each of them out of their comfort zones and they learned God will always equip where He leads.

"Those who knew me from my past would never imagine the man I am today." Rodney Massey is the campus pastor of Statesville Correctional Center in Illinois. He finds joy in helping others discover the hope, wholeness, and identity available in Jesus Christ.