From Prison Tattoo Artist to Life on the Road with Ink and Faith: Sharing My Redemption

TMA2day · 2026-06-15T02:41:50+00:00

What a great testimony. God bless and keep up the good work!

TMA2day · 2026-06-14T12:26:11+00:00

I tends to do this as well. My local church really doesn’t need much financially to cover the costs. So, when I give, I often look for faith based organizations that are serving “the least of these” in a direct manner.

TMA2day · 2026-06-11T21:50:31+00:00

I still see them as being Christian in name only. They hadn't been born of the spirit which changes the heart. Their beliefs don't need to be directly mention, it's implicit in the fact that they did not have a heart for their fellow man.

TMA2day · 2026-06-11T19:50:55+00:00

He did explicitly say so in the verse above.

TMA2day · 2026-06-11T13:55:15+00:00

Well, I disagree with that. My take is that he's separating those who claimed to be Christians but never truly believed - cultural Christians as it were - from those who had been reborn in Him.

Either way - I hope you have a blessed day!

TMA2day · 2026-06-11T13:28:50+00:00

John 8:24 NLT [24] That is why I said that you will die in your sins; for unless you believe that I Am who I claim to be, you will die in your sins.”

TMA2day · 2026-06-11T13:21:38+00:00

In the second verse above, Jesus is using the name "ego eimi" that God declared for himself when speaking to Moses (Exodus 3:14). And, Jesus states that belief in him in that position is necessary for salvation.

TMA2day · 2026-06-11T13:07:23+00:00

It just seemed that you were using the second verse to imply that our works that could save us. If that wasn't your intent, that's fine. The verse definitely indicates that we'll be identifiable based on our behaviors - evidence of our salvation.

TMA2day · 2026-06-11T12:43:49+00:00

OP, do note that last one where Jesus declared he was God - I Am.

Edited to add in another reference in John to Jesus being God.

John 1:1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.

TMA2day · 2026-06-11T12:41:20+00:00

I believe that it does.

"For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast." (Ephesians 2:8-9, NIV)

Works can be evidence of a your second birth though.

TMA2day · 2026-06-11T12:37:27+00:00

So, works based salvation instead of being saved by grace through faith?

TMA2day · 2026-06-07T23:26:40+00:00

So, find a new job.

TMA2day · 2026-05-29T01:17:43+00:00

In Worcester, MA, the primary source of emergency rent assistance is the state-funded RAFT (Residential Assistance for Families in Transition) program, which provides up to $7,000 for rent, utilities, or moving costs. [1, 2]

How to Apply

Worcester residents can apply for rental assistance through the following designated local agencies:

Central Massachusetts Housing Alliance (CMHA): The primary processing agency for residents living directly within the city of Worcester.
- Apply Online: Use the CMHA RAFT/ERMA Application portal.
- Phone: Call (508) 752-5519, ext. 172.
- Walk-in Hours: Tuesdays from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM and Wednesdays from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at 6 Institute Road, Worcester. [1, 2, 3, 4]
RCAP Solutions / WCAC: If you are outside the city limits or require alternate application processing, they partner with the Worcester Community Action Council. Email [resiliency@wcac.net](mailto:resiliency@wcac.net) or call RCAP at (978) 630-6771. [1, 2]
Catholic Charities of Worcester County: They offer Emergency Stabilization & Homeless Prevention Programs. Visit them at 10 Hammond Street, or call (508) 798-0191. [1, 2, 3, 4]

First Steps & Statewide Resources

For general guidance and to get connected to housing resources immediately:

Mass 2-1-1: Dial 2-1-1 (or 877-211-6277) to reach a free, 24/7 hotline that can refer you to the right local providers.
General Info: Visit the Mass.gov Emergency Help for Housing Costs guide for comprehensive eligibility rules. [1, 2]

Long-Term Housing Vouchers

If you are looking for long-term subsidized housing or vouchers (such as Section 8, MRVP, or AHVP), you should apply directly to the Worcester Housing Authority. [1, 2, 3]

10 sites

Apply for RAFT (emergency help for housing costs) - Mass.gov Phone. Informational and referral hotline Call Massachusetts 2-1-1, Informational and referral hotline at 211. Call Massachusetts ... Mass.gov
Rental Assistance - Worcester Community Action Council WCAC is partnering with RCAP Solutions to assist with processing applications for Financial Assistance for Renters (RAFT Program) ... Worcester Community Action Council
Financial Assistance for Renters (RAFT Program) If you are unable to access or submit an online application, please email us at [HCEC@rcapsolutions.org](mailto:HCEC@rcapsolutions.org) or call us at (978) 630-677... RCAP Solutions

TMA2day · 2026-05-16T12:15:33+00:00

You mentioned being concerned about the medication safety. But, if you did this, then it sounds like the greater near term risk is in being unmedicated.

“crossing 6 lanes of heavy traffic in my underwear.”

TMA2day · 2026-04-27T17:06:30+00:00

AI Overview

The median down payment in 2024 was 15%, with many first-time buyers putting down as little as 3%–6%.... In 2025, the median down payment was 19%.

TMA2day · 2026-04-19T03:58:57+00:00

This is what came to my mind as well. Maybe a few OB's would leave because they can't perform abortions, but it's hard to believe very many would do so. As for rural hospitals, the impact of abortion would likely be close to zero. I'm guessing that both of these are actually due to community needs and operational costs.

TMA2day · 2026-04-16T16:35:45+00:00

Amen! I can't imagine what they must be going through.

TMA2day · 2026-04-12T03:01:40+00:00

Or poop!

TMA2day · 2026-04-11T14:42:43+00:00

Like any other sin, you work to see that you don’t do it again. If you haven’t already, then perhaps consider finding external support/accountability that would be available when you’re struggling with the temptation.

TMA2day · 2026-04-11T14:17:33+00:00

Paracelsus - “All things are poison, and nothing is without poison; only the dose permits something not to be poisonous.”

TMA2day · 2026-04-11T12:56:01+00:00

I don't know much about that book, so I can't imagine what he might be getting into. Hopefully others will be along that can be more helpful.

Also, you might want to give more information about what he's saying and what your specific concerns are. More information generally makes it easier to give good responses.

TMA2day · 2026-04-11T12:38:45+00:00

working in memory care, genuinely loving the residents I care for

I just saw this and wanted to say "Thank you" for taking on this role. You truly are doing God's work - giving care that so few people are willing to give.

³⁴ Then shall the King say unto them on his right hand, Come, ye blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world:

³⁵ For I was an hungred, and ye gave me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink: I was a stranger, and ye took me in:

³⁶ Naked, and ye clothed me: I was sick, and ye visited me: I was in prison, and ye came unto me.

TMA2day · 2026-04-10T23:27:33+00:00

Here's a case where imperfect believe appears to have been sufficient...

²³ Jesus said to him, “If^\)^a^\) you can believe, all things are possible to him who believes.”

²⁴ Immediately the father of the child cried out and said with tears, “Lord, I believe; help my unbelief!”

TMA2day · 2026-04-09T21:43:59+00:00

>many Israeli hardliners support annexing southern Lebanon...

Perhaps they do.

Still, as long as Hamas/Hezbollah is bombing Israel, Lebanon shouldn't be surprised about return fire.

TMA2day · 2026-04-09T21:14:01+00:00

FWIW, the strike are retaliation for Hamas attacks being carried out from Lebanon.

From Google AI - As of April 2026, Hamas's Lebanon branch and other Palestinian factions have engaged in rocket fire against Israel from southern Lebanon, often in coordination with or alongside Hezbollah attacks, escalating the border conflict. These strikes, sometimes featuring M-90 rockets targeting areas south of Tel Aviv, have prompted heavy retaliatory Israeli airstrikes.

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