Prison Ministry: Imprisoned But Loved

If you want to meet with Jesus, go to the prison.  He's there.  He is so merciful.  He heals both Christians and Muslims.  He takes away bad dreams of both believers and unbelievers.  He loves all the prisoners.  He allows people like me to minister to these men who are so special to Him.  I know He treasures them because His presence rests so mightily upon the prison.  Whenever I go to the prison, I know that I too will meet with this Lord of love.

During our meeting, the Christian inmates were encouraged to demonstrate Christ's love to the rest of the inmates.  They live there with over 200 others.  They have plenty of time to visit those imprisoned with them and help bring transformation in people's lives.  They can hug others, pray for them, share the gospel, share personal items, listen to people, encourage other inmates, and much more.  During the meeting, the group of believers were released to pray for other inmates who desired prayer.  One inmate came out of his room to give me a special greeting.  It was Abdul, the only man who was caught during the attack at our center in 2012.  He told me that he had pain in his knees.  Since the Lord has a special place in His heart for thieves and murderers (Luke 23:39-43, Luke 23:34), I didn't hesitate to pray.  In a few minutes, he was walking fine without pain.  A word of knowledge revealed the cause of the pain, and how to keep it from reoccurring.  Most importantly, I gave Abdul a hug, reaffirmed my love for him, and reminded him of God's purpose for his life. 

Christmas in the Prison 2014
Every year, Tiffany and I like to give small gifts to all 200+ prisoners and the guards who work there during Christmas day.  This year, we are thinking of giving chocolate bars and cookies or chips, to all of them.  If you'd like to take part by sending a donation, please see the info below.

Donations can be sent by check to:
Church of the Living God
199 Deming Street
Manchester CT 06042
860.648.0520
Please include "TandTHaynes - Prison" in the memo to designate your donation to our ministry.

You can also donate online via our home church's website:  http://www.clgonline.net/missions/missionaries/

Donations are tax-deductible, and 100% of your donation is sent to us.  If possible, please send us an email to let us know about your donation for the prison.  This will help us in preparing things as soon as possible.

Love,
Tyren and Tiffany Haynes

A Salvation Message:  Jesus is the only one who lived and never sinned.  Jesus knows what it's like to be incarcerated and condemned for crimes He didn't commit.  This sinless Savior was falsely judged, and then willingly died for your sins and ours.  This is love.  After 3 days, He rose from the dead forever declaring His victory in being the One who takes away sin, brings us into eternal life and into a right relationship with God.  Jesus is still alive.  He longs for you to be free from your sin and restored back into a loving relationship with God.  If you want to receive Jesus as your Savior, you may, just by surrendering your life to Him and accepting Him as Lord and Savior of your life.  You can receive Jesus right now by talking to Him saying, "Lord Jesus.  I'm sorry for living a life of sin.  Forgive me for not believing in You.  I surrender my life to you.  Jesus, I believe you are the only Savior, the Son of God.  Thank you for dying for my sins.  I love you.  Jesus, I will worship you alone, and will not worship any other.  Thank you for saving me.  Please, fill me with your Holy Spirit so that I may live for you, and tell others about your love!"

If you prayed this prayer today, you are forgiven of all your sins and are now a son/daughter of God.  The Holy Spirit of God dwells inside of you.  To continue to grow in your knowledge and love for God, please find a church that worships Jesus Christ, teaches the truth of God's Word (the Bible) and moves in the power and love of the Holy Spirit.  May the Lord continue to move upon your life with love and power, and help you live according to His Word each day.

We are so excited for you!  Love and blessings!