The Hound of Heaven on the Lolo Pass

In this episode, Pastor Jack King sits down with Rob Hawkins to discuss a life defined by two things: a rebellion against authority and the relentless pursuit of God. From his early childhood conversion to decades spent in the penitentiary system, Rob’s life is a testament to the fact that God’s plan cannot be derailed by a backpack and a thumb on the side of the road.

-- Rob discusses his upbringing as a "military brat" and how the lack of roots and a broken home contributed to his early rebellion and drug use in Southern California.

-- He recounts the miraculous "divine appointments" during his years of hitchhiking, including a night in Montana where a Christian couple likely saved him from freezing to death in 30-below temperatures.

-- Rob shares the story of his first prison stint at age 19 in an 1880s-era Wyoming penitentiary, where he learned that even in a cell with no hot water, God provides favor and protection.

-- The conversation explores the thin line between being an "outlaw" who loves adventure and a "criminal" who loses his way, and how anger and a lack of responsibility can lead to a cycle of incarceration.

-- Pastor Jack and Rob reflect on how God prepares us for our future calling long before we are ready to accept it, placing people in our paths to steer us back toward the light.

Scriptures for Further Study

-- Psalm 37:23

-- Psalm 139:7-12

-- Proverbs 19:21

-- Luke 15:4-7

This is episode 1257.

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This is the radio program with the music removed.

By the way, I have written a new book, and you can find it here:

https://www.amazon.com/Dreams-Visions-Stories-Faith-Pastor/dp/161493536X