No Projects, Just People: A Better Way to Share Jesus

May 06, 2026
00:00 14:55
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What does it truly mean to love your neighbor as a follower of Christ?

In this episode of Words of Life, Bernie Dake continues his powerful conversation with Major Sandra Pawar, exploring a refreshing and deeply authentic approach to evangelism and community. Together, they unpack the idea that “we don’t love our neighbors to convert them, we love our neighbors because we are converted.” It’s a shift in perspective that moves us from seeing people as projects to embracing them as genuine relationships shaped by grace, humility, and love.

Later in the episode, Jalane Rolader from The Salvation Army’s Bible Correspondence Program offers a moving glimpse into the lives of those often overlooked, men and women who are incarcerated. Through heartfelt prayer requests, we hear real stories of redemption, struggle, and hope behind bars. These testimonies serve as a reminder that no one is beyond God’s reach and that compassion must extend beyond our immediate circles.

Plus, learn about an exciting new initiative bringing Words of Life directly into correctional facilities through secure tablets, creating new pathways for encouragement, discipleship, and transformation.

If you would like to write encouragement to inmates see the following addresses to be a part of these ministries;

Christian Pen Pals

P O Box 11296

Hickory, NC 28603

Evangel Prison Ministries

P O Box 19229

Louisville, KY 40259

Romans Chapter 8 Ministries

P O Box 8771

Endwell, NY 13762-8771

WriteAPrisoner.com, Inc.

P O Box 10

Edgewater, FL 32132-0010

Prison Fellowship

Box 17500

Washington, DC 20041

https://salvationarmysoundcast.org/wordsoflife

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Bernie is a lifelong Salvationist and serves as the Territorial Director of Communications for The Salvation Army’s USA Southern Territory. He has been hosting Words of Life for the last 10 years.
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