God At Work Through IM

God’s Word Is Our Treasure

God’s Word Is Our Treasure

Cindy’s past was riddled with troubles. She had suffered brain injuries in utero. She had been involved in episodes of violence and trauma. 

Encouraging Christians in Jail

Encouraging Christians in Jail

Have you ever thought about how hard it is to be an incarcerated Christian? Yes, Christians commit crimes, too. 

The Lord’s Certain and Sure Coming

The Lord’s Certain and Sure Coming

Over seven hundred years before the Savior’s birth, Isaiah foretold: “For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders” (NIV, Isaiah 9:6).

What is PTSD?

What is PTSD?

Here is a simple, non-clinical answer:

When something traumatic happens in our lives, we react strongly in our body, mind and spirit. This is normal. The reaction is strong because it is a normal reaction to an abnormal event.

Challenged

Challenged

After 34 years as a chaplain with Institutional Ministries, it can be tempting to think I’ve seen it all and done it all. But no. God has an endless bag of surprises, and he loves to pull new stuff out.

Blooming in Grace

Blooming in Grace

Clarice had been in jail for more than a year. She had pretty much resigned herself to the possibility that she would soon be sent to prison. Her situation seemed dire.

Ministry Behind the Walls

Institutional Ministries is a nonprofit organization established in 1901 that carries out behind-the-walls ministry by shining the light of Jesus’ love into hearts.