The Untold Story of The Machine Gun Preacher (Guest: Sam Childers)
About this episode
Sam Childers shares his powerful story of faith and courage in rescuing children from war zones in East Africa.
Sam Childers, known around the world as the “Machine Gun Preacher,” joins Larry Ragland for a raw and unforgettable conversation about faith, war, and rescuing children from one of the most dangerous regions on earth. After a radical encounter with Jesus, Sam left a life of crime and drugs and traveled to East Africa where he witnessed the brutal reality of children being kidnapped and forced into rebel armies. What began as a mission trip quickly turned into a life-or-death calling. Sam made the decision to stay, build an orphanage, and fight to rescue children who had been taken by violent militias operating in Sudan and surrounding regions. In this powerful interview, Sam shares the untold stories behind the mission—walking into active war zones, confronting rebel forces, and risking his life to bring kidnapped children home. Larry and Sam also discuss the spiritual battle behind the violence, the courage required to obey God in impossible situations, and why the Church must stop playing it safe when lives are on the line. This episode is a reminder that faith is not always comfortable, and sometimes obedience to God leads straight into the darkest places of the world. Sam’s…
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