Download or read book Gangster to God written by Timothy Rau and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2021-01-08 with total page 58 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gangster to God is an incredible true life story and testimony of Love and Grace, filled with incredible miracles only God could have set in motion. After enduring years of tragedy, drug addiction and finally a life sentence in prison, suicide seemed the only option for this man when God intervened and through overwhelming odds, his life was turned around and completely changed forever by The Love Of Jesus Christ.

Download or read book Gangsters For God written by Deon Joseph Johnson and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2016-04-19 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a book of inspiration & motivation, about incarcerated men that lost their way & identity to gangs, and all the other snares of the devil. By the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ. These same men have been called and saved by God while in prison and now are being trained as soldiers in the army of God to fight against the wiles of the devil, that they may seek and save that which are lost through the blood of Christ and the word of their testimony...... There is a better way and through the testimonies of these incarcerated men that are now living free, full of life, peace, joy and love. You also can be released by accepting Jesus Christ as your lord and savior, change the devil's lie that we're believed our whole life into the truth of GOD's word and experience this life changing phenomenon.....

Download or read book Gangster Prayer written by Autumn Miles and published by Hachette UK. This book was released on 2019-07-16 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Change your life and become an inspiring, passionate praying warrior who proclaims God's Word with this refreshingly honest guide to strengthening your faith. If you want positive results from prayer, you first need to pray! But so many people who say they believe in the power of prayer actually pray very little . . . or not at all. It's time to get serious about prayer. Autumn Miles says that we must stop being prayer wimps and instead be transformed into "prayer gangsters"--people who are passionate about their faith and loyalty to God. Autumn believes that God wants to give us so much more than what we've been settling for. It's time our prayer life, which has been mediocre at best, becomes something that is: Fervent, intentional, and highly expectant. Gangster Prayer won't teach you how to pray. Instead, it will help reveal the heart behind a believing prayer and put the focus back on who we are praying to instead of on what we are praying for. With a changed perspective and objective, we can finally see the results from prayer we've been longing for--not just answers but a changed life.

Download or read book God of Gangsters written by David D. Haynes IV and published by . This book was released on 2017-07-16 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What if a nation was truly controlled by a purely capitalistic society? What if the symbol of that society came in the form of the modern gangster? In the country of Begistan, power belonged to the Marzins, a family with a criminal legacy that tries to hold on to everything they have as their patriarch, a former old-school mob boss turned president of the country, is assassinated. As some of his children seek revenge for his murder, they also form and break alliances that would end with a showdown among the remaining family members to become the number one criminal: the God of Gangsters.

Download or read book Rap and Religion written by Ebony A. Utley and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2012-06-11 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides an enlightening, representative account of how rappers talk about God in their lyrics—and why a sense of religion plays an intrinsic role within hip hop culture. Why is the battle between good and evil a recurring theme in rap lyrics? What role does the devil play in hip hop? What exactly does it mean when rappers wear a diamond-encrusted "Jesus" around their necks? Why do rappers acknowledge God during award shows and frequently include prayers in their albums? Rap and Religion: Understanding the Gangsta's God tackles a sensitive and controversial topic: the juxtaposition—and seeming hypocrisy—of references to God within hip hop culture and rap music. This book provides a focused examination of the intersection of God and religion with hip hop and rap music. Author Ebony A. Utley, PhD, references selected rap lyrics and videos that span three decades of mainstream hip hop culture in America, representing the East Coast, the West Coast, and the South in order to account for how and why rappers talk about God. Utley also describes the complex urban environments that birthed rap music and sources interviews, award acceptance speeches, magazine and website content, and liner notes to further explain how God became entrenched in hip hop.

Download or read book Gangsta 4 Christ written by Shawn Richardson and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2016-03-10 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gangster for Christ is a book written to introduce change to individuals, neighborhoods, communities, nations and the world. In here you will find prophetic testimonies, wisdom, knowledge, prophetic prayers and spoken word that is introduced to counteract the direction of any path taken towards destruction. This book is not intended to present tradition or religion. This book presents change, growth and development. What written in this book is a talent inspired by God for the purpose of doing one or both things that are more important to me than anything else: my divine purpose and God's will. To every gangster that has made that decision whether they would die or do what they knew to do in order to survive. You may have had to kill someone, rob someone, shoot someone or pretend that you didn't know something when what you knew could've helped someone else. I don't fault you for what you've done. We've all have something that we did whether it was big or small. I'm introducing some things to you in this book that can help change your life forever. Its not as simple as it seems but then again, it actually is. That's what this book is about.

Download or read book Homies and Hermanos written by Robert Brenneman and published by OUP USA. This book was released on 2012 with total page 309 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Using the tools of sociological theory, Robert Brenneman seeks to discover why a pot-smoking, gun-wielding "homie" gang member would want to trade in la vida loca for a Bible and the buttoned-down lifestyle of an evangelical hermano (brother in Christ) - and to what extent this strategy works for the many youth who have tried it.

Download or read book God s Gangsters written by Heather Parker Lewis and published by . This book was released on 2010-01-01 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The number Gangs in South Africa's prisons are living legends and unique when compared with other prison gangs across the globe.

Download or read book Between God and Gangsta Rap written by Michael Eric Dyson and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 1996 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Arguing that the richness of black culture today can be found in the interstices between God and gangsta' rap, Dyson charts the progress and pain of African Americans over the past decade, and brings together writings on music, religion, politics, and identity to offer a multi-faceted view of black life.

Download or read book From Gangsters to Gods written by Hash Blink and published by Hash Blink & Rebellious Rebels LLC. This book was released on 2023-10-11 with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this suspenseful novel, Tissidy, a former gangster, finds himself in a dangerous situation when he is confronted by men he owes money to. Just as he is about to meet his demise, a blinding light fills the room and a mysterious man appears, offering Tissidy a chance at redemption. Tissidy takes the man's hand and leaves his old life behind, joining a group of former criminals who have found their way to God's path. Tissidy's faith is tested when his old gang targets him, but with the support of his new friends and his unwavering faith, he is able to escape unharmed. Tissidy dedicates his life to spreading the word of God and helping others find their way to redemption. Along the way, he encounters challenges and threats, but with God's protection, he continues on his path, even helping a former gang member who seeks his help. Tissidy's story inspires others and he finds joy in seeing the transformation of those he has helped. However, his past catches up with him once again when he is attacked and left for dead. Through his struggle to survive, Tissidy's faith is tested, but he ultimately chooses to trust in God's plan. As he heals, he becomes even more committed to spreading the word of God and helping others find their way. Tissidy's journey is filled with danger, redemption, and the power of faith. Tissidy, a former gang member who found faith in God, is confronted by his former gang leader who wants him back in the gang. Tissidy refuses and is held at gunpoint, but the police arrive just in time to save him. Despite this victory, Tissidy continues to face threats from his former gang and is kidnapped and tortured. However, he is saved by the police once again. Tissidy then teams up with his bodyguard and a mysterious man named Dr. Lawrence to gather evidence against his former gang leader and the larger criminal organization. They discover a hidden underground lab and Dr. Lawrence offers to help Tissidy take down the organization. Tissidy is both fearful and excited about the opportunity to fight crime and make a difference. Tissidy and Marcus, former gangsters turned heroes, continue their mission to protect their community from the dark entity that threatens it. They face a brutal battle against cultists and their allies, but are saved by a mysterious man. Father Johnson, Tissidy's childhood acquaintance, asks for their help in rescuing his kidnapped niece and retrieving ancient artifacts. Tissidy and Marcus embark on a dangerous mission, fighting their way through armed men in a warehouse. Tissidy finds the artifact and fights valiantly, realizing his purpose as a warrior for God. Father Johnson gives Tissidy a new mission to find more artifacts, and Tissidy embraces his role as a protector. Along the way, Tissidy finds moments of joy and laughter, reminding him of the importance of balance in his mission. He rescues hostages from a warehouse and continues his journey to save his community. Tissidy's mission to bring redemption to gangsters and lead a revolution was gaining momentum. His speeches were attracting a diverse crowd, and he was able to help many people leave the gang life behind. Despite facing death threats and danger, Tissidy remained committed to spreading his message of faith and forgiveness. He knew that his mission was bigger than himself and that he needed the support of others to bring about lasting change. With a renewed sense of purpose, Tissidy continued to inspire and guide those who were lost in the darkness, determined to make a positive impact on the world. Tissidy is a former gang member who has turned his life around and is now working for the FBI. However, he is constantly haunted by his past and the threats from his former gang leader. When the pastor who helped him find redemption is kidnapped, Tissidy gathers a team to rescue him. They successfully save the pastor, but discover that the gang has stolen important files containing evidence of their illegal activities. Tissidy is shocked to find out that his friend Marcus is the one who took the files. Feeling betrayed, Tissidy must now figure out how to keep himself and his loved ones safe while dealing with the consequences of Marcus' actions. Tissidy, a former gang member turned good Samaritan, embarks on a journey to confront his past and seek justice. After discovering that his friend Marcus had taken important files, Tissidy finds Marcus beaten and bloodied in his house. Despite his efforts to save Marcus, he tragically passes away. Tissidy receives a call from his former gang leader, who threatens to release the files unless Tissidy meets him at an abandoned warehouse. Tissidy, determined to put an end to his past, agrees to the meeting, aware of the risks involved. At the warehouse, Tissidy strikes a deal with his former gang leader, exchanging the files for the release of a pastor. Tissidy's past continues to haunt him as he faces threats from his former gang members. However, with the support of his newfound faith and a group of trusted friends, Tissidy overcomes these challenges. He discovers his purpose in helping others, rescuing a woman from an abusive relationship and later uncovering a human trafficking operation. With the help of law enforcement, Tissidy and Marcus successfully rescue the victims and bring the criminals to justice. Tissidy, a man on a journey to redemption, is approached by a man named Elijah who offers him protection in exchange for his help in fighting a new threat in the city. Tissidy agrees and joins Elijah's team to take down a ruthless gang led by The Ghost. They spend weeks planning and training before launching an operation on The Ghost's compound. However, Tissidy is captured by a mysterious figure and finds himself tied to a chair. Just as all hope seems lost, a kind-eyed man named Joshua appears and saves Tissidy. Joshua reveals that Tissidy has been chosen for a special mission and offers him a chance at redemption. Tissidy agrees and together with Joshua, they embark on a series of missions to bring hope and help to those in need. They face challenges and obstacles along the way, but with God's guidance and the support of their team, they continue to make a difference. Despite setbacks and the loss of Joshua, Tissidy remains determined to carry on their mission and take down the gang that threatens their community. In this text, Tissidy and his team continue their mission to take down a gang that has been terrorizing their neighborhood. They spend hours studying the gang's patterns and habits, and make plans to sabotage their operations. Tissidy's team is worried about his thirst for revenge, but Tissidy is determined to bring the gang down. With the power of God on their side, they set out for the gang's stronghold. They are outnumbered and outgunned, but with a surge of energy, they fight back and emerge victorious. However, their work is not done, and they face new challenges along the way. They receive a message from a man with kind eyes, who tells Tissidy that God is proud of him and has a special purpose for him. Tissidy and his team continue their fight against gang violence, and with the help of the community, they make progress in cleaning up the neighborhood. They face a new challenge when a group of clowns offers to help them, and together they patrol the streets, bringing laughter and entertainment to the residents. However, the gang retaliates, and Tissidy and his team must defend their neighborhood once again. They emerge victorious, but Tissidy knows that the fight is not over. They continue to rebuild the community and work with a local church to create a community center. Tissidy realizes the power of faith and the impact they can make in the world. They are no longer just gangsters, but warriors for God's kingdom. Tissidy, a former gang member turned community leader, has successfully opened a community center and is dedicated to helping those in need. He encounters a young man named David who has just been released from prison and offers him support and guidance. Tissidy also meets a mysterious figure who has saved his life before and who encourages him to continue on his path of righteousness. Tissidy's team grows larger, and they work to combat gang violence in their neighborhood. They face opposition but remain determined to make a difference. The mysterious figure reappears and urges Tissidy to focus on changing people's hearts and minds rather than resorting to violence. Tissidy and his team partner with Pastor John and begin organizing events and programs to spread love and hope. They face threats and danger but remain committed to their mission. The mysterious figure proposes a new approach, targeting the root of the problem by going after the corrupt individuals responsible for the city's issues. Tissidy agrees to go undercover and gather information. However, he begins to question the risks involved and whether he is losing sight of his original goal. In this text, Tissidy, a former gangster turned god, continues his mission to fight corruption and make a difference in his community. He faces numerous challenges and setbacks, including a dangerous encounter with armed gangsters and a threatening phone call from a corrupt member. Despite these obstacles, Tissidy remains determined and gathers evidence to take down the corrupt members involved in illegal activities such as money laundering and sex trafficking. With the help of his team, Tissidy successfully dismantles the sex trafficking ring and brings the culprits to justice. However, his past catches up with him when an old acquaintance from his gangster days tries to recruit him back into a life of crime. Tissidy refuses and narrowly escapes a confrontation with the police. He remains committed to his mission and continues to fight for justice, knowing that there are still battles to be fought. Tissidy, haunted by the relentless pursuit of The Viper, remains on high alert, always protecting his team. During a community event, Tissidy encounters The Viper again, leading to a tense standoff. A fierce battle ensues, resulting in casualties on both sides. Just when it seems hopeless, a kind-eyed stranger appears, offering words of encouragement. With renewed determination, Tissidy and his team defeat The Viper. However, Tissidy's anxiety grows as he senses more danger approaching. The Viper launches another attack on the community center, but Tissidy and his team successfully defend it. Feeling responsible for the damage and injuries, Tissidy resolves to make things right. Tissidy seeks advice from his team and the police chief, and the kind-eyed stranger returns, offering a gift of protection. Tissidy and his team devise a plan to take down The Viper, but a devastating explosion occurs at the community center. Tissidy, fueled by faith, confronts The Viper in a final battle. Tissidy emerges victorious but chooses not to harm The Viper, instead offering him a chance at redemption. Together, they walk away, ready to make a difference in the world.

Download or read book From The Bullet To The Bible written by Phillip Anthony Sainz-Hall and published by Gatekeeper Press. This book was released on 2018-08-14 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “At a very young age, I knew I wanted to be a GANGSTER and NOTHING or NO ONE was going to get in my way.” This is is a story of what happened to Phillip when he went from street gangs where he was fighting, robbing, and stealing to becoming a soldier and enforcer for the MOB. How the steroids, ecstasy, and cocaine he dealt and eventually used would force him to go on the run and join Ringling Bros. Circus. He became one of the most wanted by the law and associates from his criminal life. Everything one day caught up with him and he was off to jail for a very long time. He had been shot, stabbed, and left for dead many times and was tired of running. But he got another chance. His story is about how he wound up on a path of self-destruction. And survived. The broken roads and redemption. His life is a testimony of the power of prayer and God’s unfailing love that finally set him Free.

Download or read book Gods Ghosts and Gangsters written by Avron Boretz and published by University of Hawaii Press. This book was released on 2010-10-31 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Demon warrior puppets, sword-wielding Taoist priests, spirit mediums lacerating their bodies with spikes and blades—these are among the most dramatic images in Chinese religion. Usually linked to the propitiation of plague gods and the worship of popular military deities, such ritual practices have an obvious but previously unexamined kinship with the traditional Chinese martial arts. The long and durable history of martial arts iconography and ritual in Chinese religion suggests something far deeper than mere historical coincidence. Avron Boretz argues that martial arts gestures and movements are so deeply embedded in the ritual repertoire in part because they iconify masculine qualities of violence, aggressivity, and physical prowess, the implicit core of Chinese patriliny and patriarchy. At the same time, for actors and audience alike, martial arts gestures evoke the mythos of the jianghu, a shadowy, often violent realm of vagabonds, outlaws, and masters of martial and magic arts. Through the direct bodily practice of martial arts movement and creative rendering of jianghu narratives, martial ritual practitioners are able to identify and represent themselves, however briefly and incompletely, as men of prowess, a reward otherwise denied those confined to the lower limits of this deeply patriarchal society. Based on fieldwork in China and Taiwan spanning nearly two decades, Gods, Ghosts, and Gangsters offers a thorough and original account of violent ritual and ritual violence in Chinese religion and society. Close-up, sensitive portrayals and the voices of ritual actors themselves—mostly working-class men, many of them members of sworn brotherhoods and gangs—convincingly link martial ritual practice to the lives and desires of men on the margins of Chinese society. This work is a significant contribution to the study of Chinese ritual and religion, the history and sociology of Chinese underworld, the history and anthropology of the martial arts, and the anthropology of masculinity.

Download or read book Gods Gangsters written by SLMN and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2020-07-28 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Violent crime and romantic jealousy entangle a rising rap group in this urban thriller. .-Kirkus Reviews- The son of a hustler, it’s no surprise that Power has followed in his family’s footsteps and made a name for himself as one of the most respected hustlers on the streets of QueensBoro. Along with his best friend and partner Kane, the duo create a super group that sets out to take the streets and hip-hop world by storm. But soon Power finds himself in the middle of a love triangle gone-wrong with a label owner and his lead singer, Egypt, which threatens the freedom and livelihood of everyone involved.

Download or read book The Shot Caller written by Casey Diaz and published by HarperChristian + ORM. This book was released on 2019-04-02 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When you feel like you've made too many missteps to go forward, how do you find the strength to carry on? Join Casey Diaz as he tells the remarkable story of God's heart for second chances. The son of El Salvadorian immigrants, Casey Diaz was brought to Los Angeles at the age of two. An abusive, impoverished family life propelled Casey into the Rockwood Street Locos gang at just eleven years old. Casey was willing to do anything to be number one, but years of chasing rival gang members led to a dramatic ambush and arrest by the LAPD. By age sixteen, Casey was sentenced to more than twelve years in solitary confinement in California's toughest prison as one of the state's most violent offenders. He thought his life was over--but as the days in solitary wore on, Casey realized someone else was calling the shots. What happened next can only be described as a miracle. Join Casey as he shares how we can all: Embrace the incredible gift of God's redeeming love Change our lives for the better Find our God-given purpose A visceral insider's look at the violent world of gangs and prison life, The Shot Caller is a remarkable demonstration of God's reckless, unending grace, and desire to reach even the worst of sinners--no matter where they are. Praise for The Shot Caller: "When I read about the life of Casey Diaz, I see so much of my own life. This is a story of a tough young man who lost his way, and of a loving God who never forgot him, no matter where he was. I know you will be inspired by Casey's story. I hope you, too, will surrender to the love of Jesus Christ." --Nicky Cruz, bestselling author of Run Baby Run

Download or read book Forgetta Bout It written by Rocco Morelli and published by Bridge-Logos. This book was released on 2006 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "At the age of 15, Rocco Morelli was already on his way up the ladder of life in the big time. A hometown Mafia "prince" with family roots that sink deep into organized crime, Morelli was cursed to repeat the sins of his fathers until his life=changing encounter with the only man who can stand up to him: Jesus Christ." (back cover).

Download or read book Run Baby Run New Edition written by Nicky Cruz and published by Bridge-Logos, Incorporated. This book was released on 2016-12-02 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Son of Satan, Son of God Nicky Cruz's heart had turned to stone when he was only three. His mother nicknamed him the "son of Satan," and he was severely abused, both physically and mentally. After moving from Puerto Rico to New York, Nicky became the leader of a notorious street gang-- the Mau Maus. He turned into a violent street criminal before he was eighteen. David Wilkerson, a skinny preacher from Pennsylvania, reached out to him with relentless love. He said, "Nicky, Jesus loves you," and this simple message opened the door to a new life for Nicky Cruz. Run Baby Run, now a classic that has sold over 12 million copies, tells his exciting story with gripping openness. Billy Graham wrote, "The story of Nicky Cruz is remarkable. It has all the elements of tragedy, violence, and intrigue, plus the greatest ingredient of all: the power of the Gospel of Jesus Christ." "Run Baby Run is a thrilling story. Thousands of troubled young people have read this story and turned their lives over to Christ!" Jamie Buckingham, co-author. Nicky's personal challenge to young people today, his thoughts regarding teen violence, and a helpful and practical action plan for concerned parents ensure that this classic testimony will continue to change the lives of our young people. Nicky wants you to know the truth of the life-changing words that penetrated his heart when he was a violent young man who abused others, alcohol, and drugs: "Jesus loves you!"

Download or read book Gang Leader for a Day written by Sudhir Venkatesh and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2008-01-10 with total page 326 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A New York Times Bestseller "A rich portrait of the urban poor, drawn not from statistics but from vivid tales of their lives and his, and how they intertwined." —The Economist "A sensitive, sympathetic, unpatronizing portrayal of lives that are ususally ignored or lumped into ill-defined stereotype." —Finanical Times Foreword by Stephen J. Dubner, coauthor of Freakonomics When first-year graduate student Sudhir Venkatesh walked into an abandoned building in one of Chicago’s most notorious housing projects, he hoped to find a few people willing to take a multiple-choice survey on urban poverty--and impress his professors with his boldness. He never imagined that as a result of this assignment he would befriend a gang leader named JT and spend the better part of a decade embedded inside the projects under JT’s protection. From a privileged position of unprecedented access, Venkatesh observed JT and the rest of his gang as they operated their crack-selling business, made peace with their neighbors, evaded the law, and rose up or fell within the ranks of the gang’s complex hierarchical structure. Examining the morally ambiguous, highly intricate, and often corrupt struggle to survive in an urban war zone, Gang Leader for a Day also tells the story of the complicated friendship that develops between Venkatesh and JT--two young and ambitious men a universe apart. Sudhir Venkatesh’s latest book Floating City: A Rogue Sociologist Lost and Found in New York’s Underground Economy—a memoir of sociological investigation revealing the true face of America’s most diverse city—is also published by Penguin Press.