Mercy for a Murderer

“For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.”- Jeremiah 29:11-13


Here are some of my favorite verses in the Bible. I didn’t know them well until I interviewed a lady for a story in Today’s Christian Woman and she used them. The verses seemed to apply to her situation and I’ve always thought of her when other people quote them.

Her name is Maggie Troyer. You can read her story. It is a powerful example of how God can take someone who has been a murderer, prostitute, drug user, alcoholic, neglectful mother, and turn them into something beautiful.

Maggie today struggles with cancer. She is still living for her Lord and will never turn her back on Him. Her husband supports her in her belief and together they cling to promises like this one. I encourage you to read this story and see how someone found peace with God when there seemed to be no hope. You can contact her at Setonefree@aol.com.

I don’t say this often because it sounds boastful, but I’m proud of this story because it points readers to God. Praise Him.

Take care,
Kayleen