Helaman 7-12 Part 2 • Shima Baughman • September 2 - September 8 • Come Follow Me

[@brendadenney8131]

My son, who is currently serving time in the Arizona Department of Corrections, is allowed to listen your podcast each week. We are both so very grateful for his access to such an uplifting material. He is the one who asked me to listen to this specific episode with Shima Baughman. Thank you!! Thank you to all who help produce this. I am currently serving a mission in the Europe Central area (living in Frankfurt, Germany) helping missionaries with their mental health needs. Listening today was a wonderful, uplifting opportunity.

[@zinzimasinga8071]

I am Xhosa and I am so impressed by your accurate description of our Xhosa culture of circumcision Prof Shima. Thank you

[@lifeloverlorijean]

What works to rehabilitate people is Education and faith, whether they are in a formal prison, or a prison of their own making. Mercy matters. Love this podcast.

[@reaniebeanie94]

I listen from a small mining city Karratha, Western Australia. Thank you Shima for you amazing insights as we learn how to avoid getting caught in the pride cycle. Particularly the questions from part 1 to ask ourselves to highlight 'pride' red flags. Wow that was telling. Got some work to do. ❤Thanks again Hank and John 😊 We have a wonderful Iranian man called Anwar Shamoon who was baptised a few years ago.

[@ryanmonson7635]

From Pittsburgh USA. My wife and I minister to a woman and her son who escaped Iran. We love them dearly, and they treat us like angels. The gospel overcomes all barriers, allowing us to see thru the Saviors eyes regardless of ethnicity, culture, past mistakes. This podcast was a beautiful reminder we're all beloved children of Heavenly Parents.

[@brighammmer]

Former Prison Mormon here. I served time in Washington State Penitentiary minimum security and deeply appreciate the branch presidency that came every week on Wednesday nights. I played piano in our services, out of the simplified hymn book. It was a blessing for me during my time there.

[@julievanwauwe]

I have been following your podcast for years and would like to thank you from Belgium

[@suziewillmott406]

We're listening in from Redford, Michigan (SE Michigan near Detroit). Love the show every week - BOTH parts! My 19 year old son said Shima is his favorite guest!! He says, "The Gospel and the Book of Mormon in particular are alll about laws and covenants. A lawyer is the perfect person to explain the scriptures, though I never would have thought of that before!" We learned SO much about justice, mercy, forgiveness and the Atonement of Jesus Christ. Thank you for sharing your time and testimony and for what you do in your profession! If all lawyers and judges were like you, we would have a Zion society!!

[@janetedwards5349]

Alberta 🇨🇦- So much to learn in this discussion … my heart has been deeply touched. Perhaps this is my favorite of favorites ❤!!

[@lynettemills7216]

In my family we have a redemption story … my brother in law was committed to prison without parole. My sister was a choir director serving in that prison as her church calling. They fell in love, got married and then she spent 15 years writing letters and collecting letters from his bishops and others who knew him and knew his change of heart, and sent them to the governor. He eventually was pardoned. He was rebaptized and they were sealed in the provo temple by Elder Renland. He is an amazing guy and is the greatest example of letting the atonement work in his life. I appreciate Shima’s teachings on the mercy of God.

[@sharonleezer-q9f]

Hi from Shelbyville Kentucky. I learn So Much from your podcast. Thank you Shima, Hank and John! You have given me so much to ponder. I am really bad about venting and have to stop. Thank you!

[@MonicaStock-c2x]

I live in Louisiana. A few years back as a communications leader in our area my husband and I attended a “town hall” meeting. The speakers spoke about using the leaders and their congregations to help control violence and other problems in the city (New Orleans) The idea that the word of God is more powerful than the sword was seen here in being effective in having permanent change in peoples lives

[@mikebrowning8751]

I have been serving as a prison minister in the Texas Dept. of C.J. for 6 years. I visit my assigned unit every week. I have witnessed changed hearts. We often feel the H.G. during our services. The gospel brings hope and glimmers of light to their lives. Most of my brothers will never be in the outside world again. Or if they do, they will be very very old. This podcast is discussed every week. It helps their spirit and expands their understanding of the Savior. I love my prison brothers.

[@CraigJones-tf5tu]

This was sooo good . Neat how she brings the Attonement and how it affects everyone’s life

[@convenienceandpracticality9032]

Please bring back Prof Baughman another time. Her insights were so profound and many. One of my favorite guests so far. Great podcast!

[@SueMcMurtrey]

I an listening from the Middle East, Amman Jordan. Have just learned so much more than I ever thought possible. Thank you

[@RuthScott-g7w]

I live in Spokane Valley, Washington. I look forward to your weekly podcast. I’m 89 years old and have been a member all my life, but I am still constantly learning and learning. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.💓💓🥰

[@coopergranny]

So enlightening! Thank you so much !

[@lifeloverlorijean]

Loved this! How willing are we to let people repent? How do we treat people. I agree I don't think we give people the same chance. If someone wants to change, we should encourage them, not condemn or marginalize them! Through the power of Christ people can and do change! We need to applaud this, not judge or condemn them.

[@hanswinters1]

Thank you for this beautiful message. I work with a man who went from a murdering gang leader to someone who now returns to the same prison to preach God's love and redemption to others. It is so true that the Savior meets us where we are and blesses us with his grace. Thank you, thank you from Chandler Arizona.

[@bevbair2631]

I had an opportunity to visit Rwanda a couple of years ago. In preparation, I studied the Rwandan genocide and the incredible stories of forgiveness and mercy that happened afterward.

[@adamswindlehurst7110]

Listening from Lincoln, NE while I feed my baby in the middle of the night. One of my takeaways is that discipleship is rarely convenient.

[@marlenebrowning5856]

Thank you, Hank, John, and Dr. Shima for all of these wonderful podcasts. I wish they had been available when i taught seminary. My husband serves in prison ministries and has seen so many miracles. He's in a high security prison and goes through 8 security gates to visit them every week. He sees that change of heart in them. They are followers of Christ and now have hope. My husband said he will always want to keep this calling. So many miracles.

[@pgray5223]

I was teaching early morning Seminary in 2001. It has always been amazing to me that on 9-11 our lesson was Helaman 12. Verses 2 and 3 really hit us that morning.

[@Marianne-px1bk]

I Loved this episode. I am listening from Fresno CA as I walk and walk and walk and walk

[@brandonechols]

I’m from Southern Oregon here. This episode has been so wonderful to listen to! Hearing the perspective of Shima, especially with her background in criminal law, has been really eye opening and generally developed my enjoyment of the Book of Mormon! Thanks for the wonderful source of truth in my life!

[@DavidBlake-v4q]

I am grateful for this podcast, and it was wonderful to hear from Shima Baradaran Baughman. The same as with another commenter, I served part of my mission in the Iran Tehran Mission in 1978 before being "transferred" to England. My wife and I are currently serving in the California San Diego Mission. Our assignment is to support the Farsi-speaking branch here in San Diego--giving me a chance to "finish" the mission I started more than 45 years ago. Since being here, we have heard and experienced so many stories similar to Sister Baughman's. Individuals and families who through miraculous circumstances were able to leave Iran and immigrate to countries where they can find and accept the fulness of the gospel. The Lord is performing His work. His children are being gathered.

[@cherri312]

Hi from Bartlett (near Memphis) TN and there’s much crime and poverty here. Much I attribute to broken or no family units. They have no respect for life even their own. I’m so glad the gospel offers us such gifts and how to be redeemed. Much love and respect for Shima and others trying to make a difference in the system and prisoners lives. ❤

[@colleenbaker240]

I am a 71 year old member of the Church in Heber City, Utah. Watching part 2 of this episode with Shima Baughman and hearing her story of giving legal council to a Jewish Rabbi serving a prison sentence and needing a ritually clean place to pray, was the most astonishing and hope-giving story I've ever heard. In light of today's global conflicts, college protests, and fears of WWIII, what a miraculous scene to picture in my mind of a loving Latter-day Saint woman, originally from Iran and converted to the Church from the Muslim religion, ministering to a Jewish Rabbi!!! The power of Christ's Atonement is REAL!!! I believe more deeply today that the love of Jesus Christ will change the world.

[@lorilefai4342]

Colleen you put into words perfectly how I felt watching this episode. ❤

[@SteeleAndrews]

I'm astounded by the Dr. Baughman's seemingly infinite ability to be balanced in her view of life... of people and situations. I WISH I WAS MORE LIKE HER. I'm from Harrisburg PA.

[@deakanclarke3076]

Winnipeg Manitoba Canada. Grateful for what you do! Please continue your great work. Insightful and uplifting. Absolutely love hearing from your guests, you guys are pretty good too 😀

[@donnacrimmins789]

North Carolina. Thank you for sharing. I appreciate it..

[@princesaserina]

I live in Hortonville WI and I learned about true faith. That Jesus thanked God for the miracle of raising Lazarus from the dead BEFORE the event ever took place! It's inspiring

[@carolehallermeyer232]

I am from London, living in Poole, Dorset, England. I was Baptised February 1977 and love the Gospel of Jesus Christ. I tune in to Follow Him every week and am thankful to you both and to your guests for the wonderful spiritual uplift and extra understanding I receive every time. Thank you.

[@jeanie8593]

I am an Australian baptised in Surry a few years after you. The best thing I’ve ever done.

[@cassandracleveland]

I live in SW Missouri. I absolutely loved this episode (it’s actually the first I’ve listened to in its entirety☺️)! So inspiring, so humbling, so uplifting. ❤

[@GretaSverrisdóttir]

I listened from Selfoss, Iceland. Wonderful and enlightening discussion.

[@myrlachristensen3049]

What an incredible lady. Your podcasts are wonderful

[@denebuxtoo8944]

Shima, I am from Mesa Arizona and I want to thank you for all of your deep insights to Justice and Mercy in the Book of Mormon. It amazes me how many times the Savior Jesus Christ forgives even murderers when they have chosen to be accountable and responsible for what they have done and to repent and turn away from their sins and never do them again. The Book of Mormon is incredible as to how it teaches all of us the importance of Justice, punishment, Mercy, repentance, love and compassion. Jesus is able to use all of these tools to help bring about the Redemption of mankind! Alma Chapter 42 is pretty powerful for me and how I have learned how the pure love of God is in Justice and even in punishment, to help a person humble themselves and come to a penitent state of being. Sometimes we all need the pain and suffering of feeling all of our sins, so that we can turn around and change our ways and become accountable, responsible Sons and Daughters of God who asked forgiveness and give forgiveness. What are we all here for ? We are all to Learn to Love Like Jesus loves and forgive like Jesus forgives!

[@sunnybayliss3221]

Powerful episode! I've enjoyed every one I've listened to, but Sister Shima and your prior sister guest for these Helaman chapters are powerful witnesses of Christ. ❤

[@staceybenton841]

So great to hear from Shima Baughman. A voice of intelligence, insight, faith, compassion. And her life background is amazing. Thank you for bringing her to us. As always - terrific podcast

[@LisaDunn-z1b]

I listen from Spanish Fork, Utah. I love listening and leaning from your podcast every week. Thank you and your guests for enriching my scripture study.

[@paulmace9613]

Absolutely the best!! I'm from Scenic, AZ and think Shima is a jewel in our faith. My wife and I learned so much!

[@catherinenelson5318]

Pocatello Idaho, thank you, i love your broadcast every week. They just get better every time. Thankful for Shima, her testimony, her life story and the good she is bringing into the justice system. Blessing on her and her family and of course on you two and your families for all the good you are doing. ❤

[@suzianderson6435]

My husband and I now live in Oklahoma!!! I love that we can listen together wherever we live. Shima….your story is incredible. I love your countenance. I feel the spirit when you share your story, life experiences and your testimony. Wonderful week for Follow Him podcast ❤

[@AnnaVelasco-wd8oj]

I live on the island Kauai in Hawaii. I love the podcast and learned so much from Shima! She helped me see things in these chapters I never saw before.

[@mignongoing3777]

I loved this and learned so much and had some good laughs as well. I hope she comes back soon. Loved it!!!

[@margaretgilmour1622]

I am listening from Scotland ..Every week you make my calling as a Seminary teacher that bit easier …and I feel my life has been enriched as I listen to your podcasts ..thank you

[@Valerie-qo7wr]

Listening from Canada 🇨🇦 Reading all the comments! I echo their sentiments. Thank you for having Shima on the show to share her extensive experience, knowledge, and faith! I hope she will be back on in future shows 🙏 ❤

[@jamesbrown2602]

Great job Shima, John and Hank... listening from Australia.

[@jenbright5]

Thank you Shima! Incredible life story and continuation of learning. Thank you for giving me more patience and love for those who have done hard things to good people. Spokane, Washington

[@debbiefoote10]

As ALWAYS, I was Strengthened, Enlightened and my understanding of the these passages of scripture greatly increased with this weeks study of the Book of Helaman. I’m so grateful for the insight and new perspectives I gained from Shema Baughman and feel so blessed by you having her on as this weeks guest❤

[@chrisfeinauer7462]

I am listening from Frankfurt, Germany. Shima is inspiring and her story is remarkable!

[@terivaughn2575]

What an amazing 2 podcast by Shima. How could anyone possibly deny the truthfulness of the gospel after listening to these lessons. Truly inspiring! Thank you, Thank you for your time and inspirational stories ♥️😇🙏

[@sunshinegirlshop2311]

I just want to express my deep gratitude for the time you sacrifice to put these episodes together. You boost my spirit and help me through difficult days. ❤️

[@KristyBaxter-w4j]

Loved this Podcast and learned a lot from Shima!❤

[@lindavergauwen1958]

We’re listening to this podcast during our vacation on the island of La Palma. As always,we loved it; thank you all ❤️

[@ryanabel5160]

Listening from western Kentucky. Agree with Shima how the Book of Mormon has come into our lives, especially strong this year as part of Come Follow Me. And this is my favorite podcast out of the many great options out there, thank you Hank and John!

[@karenshiffer6150]

What a delightful podcast! Dr Baughman’s story is fascinating and brings a great deal of hope, her knowledge and sweet teaching method is engaging and she is just beautiful inside and out!

[@jaguarangel1107]

Shima, this has been a wonderful insight, coming from your lens of a criminal justice person. I so appreciate your knowledge and even more so, your humility. I have gained insight on areas of my life, in which I need to do better...John and Hank, thank you once again, for having someone on, who gives us a differemt lens through which we might view the Book of Mormon. Shima's background and knowledge of these people has given me new insights. I do believe the Lord speaks to me through @followhim, and I thank Him for this opportunity I am given. Thank you for taking of your time, outside of your very busy lives, to give of your time and talents. God bless you. JA, Montana.

[@claireclark6035]

An avid listener from South Africa. Thank you so much for another incredible show. Shima is my Inklings friend!

[@triciaarnold4118]

Arizona. Oh, I loved looking at these chapters through the eyes of a lawyer. This was fun! There's a man our family knows who started going back to church after he finished his prison sentence. We think his parents are great people. We've gone from seeing him admit that he wanted to end his life to going back to the temple. Everyone I know how been so kind and supportive of this man, and that has pleased me greatly. What's in the past doesn't need to determine your future. If the Lord could turn Alma the Younger from his wicked ways to one of the greatest prophets of the Book of Mormon, there's hope for every one of us.

[@LeahHughes-j4z]

Thank you for your testimonies. I love this podcast and the way you apply it to our lives. Each time I listen my heart is opened and I am more determined to walk in the covenant path and to learn to love as the Savior does.

[@bsl5788]

Truly loved these two episodes with Professor Baughman. Thank you for sharing how the Lord has guided your life and your family's. Greetings from NW Georgia!

[@marykarensolomon7103]

I love hearing Dr. Baughman. Her insights are kind and brilliant. Thanks for your podcast--it always enlightens me!

[@maythao3977]

Thank you, Professor Baughman and Hank and John! I really enjoyed your discussion and reminder to count our blessings and acknowledge God's mercy and protection in our lives. If my family didn't safely escape from Laos and come to the USA, I may not have the opportunity to learn of the Church of Jesus Chrsir of Latter-day Saints and of the Book of Mormon. I feel so much of Heavenly Father's and Jesus' love for each of us when I read the testimonies of prophets in the Book of Mormon. Listening from San Jose, California.

[@sandranewell7862]

I live in Alabama. I find great joy in watching your podcast. It provides insight and new thoughts. By the way, my family and I have been fans of John and Hank for years. We have all of your talks and re listen to them. Keep up the "good work."

[@karleneriggs7268]

I live in Spanish Fork, Utah. As a victim I was uplifted by her hope and her insight into the criminal justice system. Helps me in my healing process, thank you so much

[@jdm6tube]

Thank you very much! I love the lineup of powerful sisters who bring such a sweet spirit to the podcast! We love you, Jon and Hank, but man... I love the powerful spirt of testimony and truth that I feel when amazing women like Prof. Baughman teach and testify of Christ! Your messages continue to motivate me to seek and believe in the blessings and mercy of our Saviors atonement! Thank you, Thank you!

[@pamelawheeler1537]

I loved all of the things I learned on this podcast!! The emphasis of Jesus Christ and love, repentance, change, charity--all through Jesus and His Atonement. Thanks so much

[@cvmcmanus3763]

I live in Paradise Utah, USA. After hearing Shima's insights, I feel vindicated. When I was in my teens, I had a terrible falling out with my family because of the ideas about capital punishments, who God loves and doesn't, the Viet Nam War, etc. I wish this pod cast was available in 1967 when this whole blow up happened. If nothing else, I would have known that the Holy Ghost had spoken to me and I might not have left the church, making bad all the usual bad choices. Thanks, Hank and John! I also got some great laughs out of this -- Youth Theme: "we are less than the dust of the earth" I nearly fell out of my chair!! Thanks Shima for your insights! They are just beautiful!

[@neilhansen887]

As a counselor in the Yuma Correctional Facility Branch, I appreciate your podcast today so much. My 2 meetings yesterday together with 10 members and 2 investigators was 3 hours of spiritual feasting and individual growth for the 12 incarcerated men and especially for myself. Now, today, being taught so brilliantly by Sister Baughman and along with the choice insights of the inspiring, skillful co-hosts, I want to stand on a well and shout to the world of repentance and the redeeming love of our Savior and loving Heavenly Father! Thank you so much!!

[@darlenepedersen4145]

Love this.

[@JohnMencl]

I too loved Shima's comments. She said to thank God for receiving a blessing you need as if you had already received it. I have had a catheter since March 24th. It has made life difficult. A few weeks ago as a last resort to get rid of the catheter, I has prostrate surgery. Tday was the day to take out the catheter to see if I could pee without it. I drank a half gallon of water and prayed as never before that I could abandon the catheter. I thanked the Lord for the blessing as if I had already received it. I received the miracle. I won't need a catheter any more😂❤

[@Deborahsuche]

I enjoyed this episode so much. Coming from Culpeper, VA. Thank you for having Shima on today! ❤

[@alicewongham3541]

Love this!!! Thank you so much!!!

[@SharmSmith]

Buster and I loved this. What wonderful stories you all have given. I love this gospel!

[@paulinetaylor-tw4le]

This was an amazing lesson and I want to thank you all!

[@adelekammeyer]

I loved this episode so much! I love all of your podcasts. Listening right now from Fish Haven Idaho.

[@lauriwilcox8721]

I'm listening from Syracuse, Utah. I don't think I have missed a podcast since I found you guys back just after covid was letting up. You guys are awesome!! Thank you for what you do!! ❤

[@dianejohnson9289]

John: You mentioned your mission president from St. Louis. Just wanted you to know we see him and his wife frequently in the temple. What a testimony of service! Still serving the Lord at age 97! Also, I LOVE this podcast and listen every week. 😊

[@staceyhowe9314]

Wow, that was a golden choice to have a criminal law expert be your guest this week. Such insight. I loved Shima’s story. Thank you so much for sharing it. I learned we are living in a pretty criminal world right now. Stacey in Gold, PA

[@dcorem1]

Shima's life is a miracle! She's a miracle!!@😊👍💕💕

[@nicolemahan2098]

I’m in Dubai, UAE, just across the gulf from Iran.

[@j_elder985]

Thank you Shima for your testimony and helping me keep mine bright!

[@darlenepedersen4145]

I'm a new type of Christian today. Every word spoken is profound and spoken in clairity just as President Russell M.NELSON guides us, spoken in a manner that is completely understood , and when we feel 6 cure is "repent." Then we have God’s power, which puts me with the responsibility to repent and change. I am putting into practice the venting that I do with my friends. This is total power. Elder Maxwell's quote--"our members could stay repented if members would stop reminding them of their distressful situation. Elder Marvin J. Ashton's quote-----Many of his favorite Sundat sermons came from people in prison. i'm in the hospital listening to this and have let the medical team attending me listen to some also. Thank you all three for being our Savior’s voice today.

[@barbshepherd7377]

This was so great. I love all your speakers but Shima struck a chord with me. Her conversion story is awesome - God had missionaries find me and I thought it was a miracle but her story is amazing. I am not an expert when it comes to the scriptures. In fact I never see half of what others do as they discuss the various verses. All I know is when I picked up the Book of Mormon before I was a member of the church I felt something and as I read it I felt what I now realize is the spirit telling me it is true. Thank you so much for your work. I love your podcasts and your guests as they help me get more from the scriptures than I do on my own. Barb (Lacombe Alberta Canada)

[@lindabassett306]

Thank you for helping me on my way to fit in with Christ and his followers 😊

[@andreamattinson1782]

Love your show and the awesome guests you have Grateful for the reminder to be stripped of pride Love the stories you tell that bring the gospel to life Thank you so very much for sharing the gospel and your hearts with us From New Brunswick Canada 😊

[@DeborrahJKOlson]

Listening from Rocky Mountain House, Alberta, Canada. I absolutely loved this discussion on mercy vs justice . So many fabulous thoughts and stories to illustrate this week's CFM study. Thank you Hank, John and Shima. You have helped me feel the Spirit in abundance.

[@jaguarangel1107]

Agreed. I love Shima's particular insights, both from being a lawyer as well as coming from Iran. The Lord loves all of His children and wants them to come back.

[@mgh716]

Thank you for the podcast. I'm listening in Healdsburg, California. I was particularly pleased that Shima is from Iran. I spent 10 weeks in Ahvav, Iran in 1978 serving as missionary in the Iran Tehran Mission before we were all transferred to the England London Mission. I have a special place in my heart for the people of Iran.

[@DustinKendall]

Wow, how long was the mission open there? Fascinating!

[@mgh716]

@@DustinKendall The mission was open for about 3.5 years. Eighteen missionaries served there during that time under two different presidents. There was a max of only 10 missionaries at the same time, serving in four different cities.

[@catherinefadian-lewandowsk8851]

So good! Convert from 🇮🇪 Ireland and feel like it is a miracle that I am a member and living in the USA. Thank you for expounding on gospel truth and testifying of Jesus Christ.

[@phyllisdutson6221]

This was a very enlightening topic and insights. I never would have seen this perspective if nit for this. My deep thanks to all of you. Also, I was an Interior Design student at BYU 1969-71. Milo Baughman had just come to BYU. Some of his employees taught my classes. Also, Truman Madsen is my husband's cousin through the Grant line. He was a magnificent scholar, teacher and "disciple." Such interesting connections. Thank you,Sister Baughman for your work, instruction and great spirit.

[@stevenwilson4560]

I’m listening from Caldwell Idaho. I have a changed heart listening to the compassion Shima has. Want to reach out in kindness to all. Thank you

[@kenpearce3269]

Sending ❤❤❤ from California. Great lesson! Thank you all!

[@kensrobertson]

Aloha! I heard Shima's life story on another podcast, so I was excited to hear her again. My compassion to see the justice system from both sides, and recognize the opportuniry to reach people in need and humbled and ready for help has once more been expanded! Mahalo for sharing her gifts with us. Your guest selections are just always so good :-)

[@jaguarangel1107]

Can you please tell me the name of the podcast? I would love to listen to more of her story. Thank you.

[@louisewainwright6324]

East London, South Africa. Thank you.

[@dinocollins720]

Professor Baughman is incredible!

[@joyglaus6556]

Absolutely phenomenal! I'm listening from Austin, Texas while I get ready each morning. I started listening last year and I just can't get over how many incredible guests you have. This podcast is an invaluable blessing. Thank you so much for giving your time and sharing your personal stories and testimonies. ❤

[@suzannewyatt2201]

Very good. Thank you!

[@bronwilliams2408]

Thank you. I’m listening from Hobart, Tasmania, Australia. I’m a 52 year old 3rd year law student. I’m studying law because of personal revelation I received after completing BYU Pathway Connect. Wow! What a blessing this all is. Best blessings, Bron P.S. I just had hot chocolate with my mum and brother and I told them about Van Halen and the M&M’s.

[@countrykids6483]

After I left the Army, I worked as a correctional officer for three years. I learned that there were three types of inmates. Good men who made a mistake. Bad men who wanted to change. Bad men who wanted to be bad. I learned that no matter what I had to treat them as a Melchizedek priesthood holder should. I was always honest with the inmates and gave them the opportunity to correct behavior before I acted (unless it was a major issue). Consequently, I was only ever treated with respect by inmates. If a new inmate insulted me, the OG's solved that problem. One time, working inmates were supposed to assault the officer that released them for work at 2 am (kitchen work starts at 0300). Administration decided to put me in that pod to handle it. I believe I prayed over the situation. When released the inmates saw that I was the officer. They consulted with their head and he called off the hit because he respected me. After they left, I went straight to the head's cell and thanked him. "No problem man, you've never caused us any issues unless we were being stupid". Ultimately, I left corrections because of administration's corruption.

[@Valerie-qo7wr]

Excellent comment. Thanks for sharing.

[@violadoug12]

and without a doubt, good men wrongfully convicted?

[@SharonWilcox-su7nb]

Thank you! Wonderful insights and Shima's stories were so relevant. I hope she writes her life story sometime. I lived in the Middle East and was grateful for my American passport.

[@jaguarangel1107]

I also would love to read about Shima's life. Does anyone know if it is available somewhere?

[@elainecarter4750]

I loved Shima's emphasis on Jesus Christ and His Atonement and the power of forgiveness as we leave final judgment to Him, even when justice hasn't been done on earth. I know that some criminals can be rehabilitated and move forward with their lives in positive ways. Shima's positive focus in her work is very admirable.

[@vickiestapleton2382]

This lady was great.she really helped me understand it more.her examples was down to earth.