Joseph, one of the Twelve Tribes of Israel and the cherished son of Jacob and Rachel, lived a life filled with extraordinary highs and devastating lows. Betrayed by his brothers, sold into slavery, and imprisoned in Egypt, he rose to become the viceroy of the land—all while maintaining unwavering righteousness and a positive spirit. Read on for 21 facts about this remarkable biblical figure ...

Joseph waited years between the dream of leadership and the fulfillment of that promise. It’s easy to grow discouraged when answers seem delayed, but patience helps us grow in character. Even behind prison walls, Joseph trusted that God was still at work. Patience builds a deeper reliance on divine timing rather than our own. 8. Wisdom in ...

KCUR 89.3 FM: Missouri’s prison population fell sharply since 2018. But deaths in custody are up 12%

The “mortality” of Missouri prisoners is not a performance standard for the state’s health care contractor, the MDOC director said this month. About 24,000 people are held in Missouri’s prisons.

Missouri’s prison population fell sharply since 2018. But deaths in custody are up 12%

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KFVS) - Former inmates are appealing to Missouri lawmakers for changes in the prison system that would reward rehabilitation with the possibility of early release. The legislation ...