Make me a Window

Last night I came to understand a little more the difficulties of prison life for some people. One of the guys in the dorm, Nash, was talking about his life on the outside and also about how he wishes he could spend his time like me, usually alone reading or writing. I asked him why he doesn't do that and he answered that he is caught up in gang politics because of a decision that he made the last time he came to prison.

When he was younger, Nash came to prison and was coerced into joining a white prison gang for protection. As a part of joining the gang he had to severely injure another inmate and ended up fighting a guard. He spent the rest of his time in maximum security just because of peer pressure and a bad decision.

When Nash came back this time he was hoping to go it alone and stay away from any associations. Unfortunately, a guy recognized him and he was pulled back in. He wants to focus and get his relationship with God right. His girlfriend recently became a Christian and he wants to be supportive.

I'm really hoping God will comfort him and guide him. I want to be a shoulder for him to lean on and a window into God's love.



God, fill us both up with more of You so that our lives reflect who You are.