Imagine waking up to a morning in a maximum-security prison. An environment characterized by violence, disorder, and every man for himself. Now, imagine trying to radically alter this environment into one of faith, respect, and harmony. Sounds like a herculean task, right? Well, that's exactly what James and his friends Chris and Glover did, and their journey is nothing short of inspiring.

With the administration's blessing and a few resources, the trio found themselves in a dorm with 96 men, tasked with the mission of creating an Honor Dorm. Amidst challenges and doubts, they established three cardinal rules — no sexual activity, no violence, and no drugs — and elected representatives to act as liaisons. And so began the transformation of the prison culture, one rule at a time.

James was mentored by Gerrel Jones and he played a pivotal role in this transformation. James, with the rest of the group, cultivated an environment of love, respect, and understanding, leading to the creation of the Land of Goshen, an Honor Dorm reminiscent of the Old Testament story of Joseph and his brothers. Incredibly, their efforts caught the attention of the new Governor, prompting replication of their program across Alabama. This episode is a compelling narrative of unexpected heroes, undeterred faith, and the extraordinary power of change. Prepare to be moved, inspired, and challenged in your perception of inmate-led prison reform and redemption. Listen in, and discover what can happen when love and faith infiltrate even the darkest places.

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