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IS FAILURE FINAL?
The man who suffered betrayal, mockery and death was Jesus Christ. Even before He created the world, it was God’s plan for His Son, Jesus, to come to earth, live as a man—experiencing all the pain, emotions, and temptations that we do—and then die a horrible death. But why would God send His own Son to suffer and die? How could this apparently total failure be part of the plan?
HOW TO SURVIVE PRISON: A Guide For Prisoners by Prisoners
Surviving prison is about more than just getting through incarceration with body and soul intact. It means staying out of prison, too.
ARTICLES AND RESOURCES FOR PRISONERS
10 PARENTING TIPS FOR DADS BEHIND BARS
If you have children, you can use your incarceration to make a fresh start in parenting. Here are 10 tips for you to consider.
FOUR WAYS INCARCERATED FATHERS CAN HELP WITH THEIR CHILDREN’S EDUCATION
Education is critical to a child’s success in life. Here are four ways incarcerated fathers can help with their children’s education.
INCARCERATED PARENTS: HOW TO COPE WHEN YOU CAN’T CONNECT
A list of ideas for prisoners on how to address the pain of separation from their children during incarceration.
CELEBRATE RECOVERY INSIDE: ONE STEP AT A TIME
Celebrate Recovery® is a yearlong 12-step program that helps people in recovery experience fellowship through Christ’s healing power. John Baker founded the program in 1991 at Saddleback Church in Lake Forest, California. Since then, it has become a popular recovery program, growing to 38,000 churches nationwide.
THE BENEFITS OF WORKING WHILE INCARCERATED
Most prisoners are expected to work while serving their sentences. Even though men and women behind bars are not paid very much, they can still benefit from working while incarcerated. For example, they can gain helpful skills and experience. Some programs even make it easier to find jobs after prison.
7 TIPS FOR BETTER SLEEP BEHIND BARS
Inside Journal asked former and current prisoners about their sleeping experiences. Prisons and jails are loud, and it is difficult to get a good night’s sleep. These 7 tips from the inside can provide some relief.
GIVE CHRISTMAS TO SOMEONE ELSE
A list of ideas inspired by prisoners across the country who have found ways to make the season brighter.
HOW TO BRIGHTEN THE HOLIDAYS BEHIND BARS
Christmas is about celebrating the birth of Jesus. He is the greatest gift we could ever receive!
BE YOUR OWN BEST ADVOCATE
Even behind bars, you can be your own best advocate. Your mindset is the single greatest factor in whether you do your time or use your time.
MENTAL GYMNASTICS: 7 ACTIVITIES YOU CAN DO IN YOUR CELL TO KEEP YOUR MIND SHARP
Just like our body’s muscles need exercise to stay in shape, our brains also need exercise—and these seven stimulating activities are a great place to start!
BREAKING BAD HABITS: 5 TIPS
You’ve heard it before: breaking bad habits is difficult. So how do you break a bad habit?
5 TIPS FOR MANAGING ANGER BEHIND BARS
Prison can really test your limits. Here are five ways to start managing anger behind bars.
ENCOURAGING BIBLE VERSES FOR THOSE AFFECTED BY INCARCERATION
The Bible is the ultimate source of encouragement and as such can give hope to those facing the challenges and consequences of crime and incarceration.
BOOKS FOR PRISONERS
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