185. 27 Summers with Ronald Olivier
Have you ever witnessed a crime?
As just a young teen, Ronald Olivier had already witnessed a murder. He was a product of a broken home, a crack epidemic, and a society that had turned its back on him. Hear how the departure of his father led him into a life of crime and violence and how he found a semblance of survival in the hard world of drug dealers and firearms.
This harsh lifestyle ultimately resulted in Ronald killing another young man on Christmas day. We will talk with him about his time in prison, where he found mentors who completely overhauled his mindset and helped him see the potential within him, the potential that rises above the crime-ridden streets he was born into.
In the absence of a father figure, he found guidance in unlikely places, proving that a helping hand can come from the most unexpected corners. You'll learn how his faith and education became Ronald's ticket out of poverty, pulling him out of the vicious cycle of crime and setting him on the path to becoming a missionary.
From a haunted past to a transformative future, Ronald Olivier's story is one of remarkable redemption. He was serving a life sentence in Angola Prison, but he found his freedom in forgiveness and faith. Ronald narrates an emotional encounter with the mother of his victim, a moment that broke walls and built bridges.
He stresses the importance of faith, urging listeners to remember God's endless grace. Get a glimpse of Ronald's inspiring journey in his new book, which is available on Amazon. Embrace the power of change, forgiveness, and second chances in this powerful episode.
Episode Highlights:
Introduction to Ronald.
Where is Ronald today?
Ronald’s upbringing.
His father, his hero.
The crack epidemic.
The day Ronald’s life changed forever.
Turning to Jesus.
Sentenced to Louisiana State Penitentiary.
The conviction of the Holy Spirit.
Kids need a father figure.
The people God placed in Ronald’s life.
Education and open doors.
Mission work and pastoring a prison church.
Breakthrough in the law.
Speaking to the victim’s mother.
God’s grace & goodness.
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