Don’t Stop Seeking Him
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Here is Jon's story...
Jon, a decorated Marine, found that his life took a challenging turn after his military service. Struggling with the lingering effects of the injuries he had sustained, he began to depend on prescribed pain medications, eventually finding himself in a powerful grip of addiction. With time, Jon’s struggle spiralled out of control, leading him down a path of increasingly dangerous choices. One fateful day, about to be arrested, he made a desperate attempt to escape and found himself speeding down city streets, leading a high-speed chase with law enforcement close behind.
He was caught, arrested, and faced a daunting list of charges. For Jon, this seemed like the end of the road—a harsh and final conclusion to a life that had once held so much potential.
Sitting in his jail cell, confronted by the full weight of his actions and the pain they had caused, Jon found himself at a crossroads. He began to read the Bible, and in surrender, he reached out to God. In the days that followed, Jon spent time in God’s Word and in prayer.
By God’s grace, miraculously, the hundreds of charges against him were ultimately reduced, giving him an opportunity to rebuild his life. But as he sought to do so, he went through a dark period when nothing he did seemed to make a difference. It was during this time, when he felt hopeless, that Jon encountered A Miracle Every Day, which became a source of daily encouragement and strength. Each message met him exactly where he was, helping him stay grounded and reminding him that he wasn’t alone.
After his release, his experiences inspired him to form “Felons for Christ,” an organization dedicated to mentoring and guiding former inmates trying to rebuild their lives. Through “Felons for Christ,” Jon provides mentorship and spiritual support and offers practical help that allows them to find hope and direction, like the redemption and new beginnings he was given.
His transformation has extended into his relationships. His bond with his fiancé Amber grew stronger, deepened by a shared commitment to faith and community. Jon’s faith, coupled with the daily encouragement from A Miracle Every Day, helped him repair and strengthen relationships with his children, too, and he’s committed to investing in their lives. He regularly engages them in conversations to help them navigate life’s challenges with faith and resilience.
A Miracle Every Day has played a vital role in Jon’s ongoing journey of growth and service. The daily messages remind him of God’s unwavering love and grace, grounding him in faith and keeping him focused on his mission to help others.
Here is one scripture which sums up God’s word to Jon and to us:
For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart. I will be found by you,” declares the Lord, “and will bring you back… (Jeremiah 29:11-14, NIV)
Jon’s story is a testament that no matter what path someone has taken, God can provide a path to healing and a new purpose. Jon’s willingness to share his story and mentor others reminds us that even the hardest journeys can be transformed into powerful testimonies of hope.
Never forget...you are a miracle!
