From Wrong To Strong

23 Years in Prison for a Crime He Didn’t Commit | Wayne Antusas Testimony

What would you do if you were sentenced to life in prison for a crime you didn’t commit? In this powerful episode of the From Wrong to Strong Podcast, Omar Calvillo sits down with Wayne Antusas, who was wrongfully convicted at just 18 years old and sentenced to life without parole. Wayne shares his journey from the streets of Chicago and gang culture to surviving 23 years behind bars while holding onto his faith in Jesus Christ. What began as tragedy became a powerful testimony of redemption, prison ministry, revival behind bars, and God’s faithfulness through suffering. During his years in prison, Wayne led Bible studies, prayer circles, and helped baptize inmates while continuing to fight for justice and cling to hope. This episode covers: *  Wrongful conviction  *  Gang life in Chicago  *  Prison culture  *  Faith behind bars  *  Redemption through Jesus Christ  *  Prison ministry  *  Revival in prison  *  Hope after suffering  *  Life transformation through faith  This is a raw, emotional, and inspiring testimony that reminds us no prison cell is too dark for the light of Christ. “The people who sat in darkness have seen a great light…” — Matthew 4:16 NKJV From Wrong to Strong Ministries  🌐 fromwrongtostrong.org   🌐builderofmen.life Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2049675/fan_mail/new] Support the show [https://tinyurl.com/W2SPodcast-Donations]  Support our ministry → Text WRONG2STRONG to 53555  or via this link: https://givebutter.com/fwts Website: fromwrongtostrong.org https://youtube.com/@fromwrongtostrong Email: omar@fromwrongtostrong.org

Bad Company Corrupts Good Character (Devotional)

In this devotional, Cisco Terrazas challenges us to examine the influence of the people around us and how it shapes our identity. “Bad company corrupts good character.” That’s more than just a saying, it’s a spiritual truth. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 9:19–23, we see how the Apostle Paul engaged with different people to share the gospel without compromising who he was in Christ. He built trust, met people where they were, but never allowed their lifestyle to define him. This message speaks directly to: *  the influence of friendships and environments  *  the tension between reaching others and staying rooted in Christ  *  the importance of knowing your identity in Jesus  Before coming to Christ, many of us were shaped by the people around us. But now, our identity is found in Him. The question is:  Are you influencing others… or being influenced? If this devotional encouraged you: *  Follow the podcast  *  Share it with someone who needs this reminder  *  Support the mission at fromwrongtostrong.org Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2049675/fan_mail/new] Support the show [https://tinyurl.com/W2SPodcast-Donations]  Support our ministry → Text WRONG2STRONG to 53555  or via this link: https://givebutter.com/fwts Website: fromwrongtostrong.org https://youtube.com/@fromwrongtostrong Email: omar@fromwrongtostrong.org

From Chicago Streets to Purpose | Gangs, Faith & a Life Transformed (Encore Episode)

Encore Presentation: One of the early stories that helped shape this ministry. The message is still just as powerful today. Arturo Gamino grew up in Chicago’s Little Village, where violence wasn’t something you heard about… it was something you saw. As a young child, he witnessed things no kid should have to see. Violence in the streets. Instability at home. Moments that slowly became “normal.” Over time, those experiences shaped how he viewed life, relationships, and even the value of it all. By the age of 12, he was already pulled into gang life. What started as exposure became identity. What felt normal began to lead him down a dangerous path. But his story didn’t end there. In this honest and powerful conversation, Arturo shares how those early experiences followed him into his teenage years… and how everything began to change when he encountered Jesus Christ. The mindset, the patterns, the direction of his life all started to shift. This episode is for anyone who: *  has been shaped by what they witnessed growing up  *  feels stuck in cycles that started early in life  *  is searching for a new direction and a fresh start  Today, Arturo is living with purpose, leading his family, and encouraging others that real change is possible. If this episode encouraged you: *  Follow the podcast  *  Share it with someone who needs hope  *  Visit fromwrongtostrong.org to support the mission Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2049675/fan_mail/new] Support the show [https://tinyurl.com/W2SPodcast-Donations]  Support our ministry → Text WRONG2STRONG to 53555  or via this link: https://givebutter.com/fwts Website: fromwrongtostrong.org https://youtube.com/@fromwrongtostrong Email: omar@fromwrongtostrong.org

Mother’s Day Devotional: Your Identity in Christ | Ephesians 1 Encouragement for Moms

In this special Mother’s Day devotional, Ann Calvillo from From Wrong to Strong Ministries shares a powerful message from Ephesians 1 about identity, grace, and spiritual blessings. As moms, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, stretched thin, and defined by everything we do. But God reminds us that we are first His beloved daughters. In Christ, we already have every spiritual blessing we need. No striving. No performing. Just resting in who He says we are. This encouraging message will remind you that you are chosen, loved, forgiven, and equipped for this season of motherhood. Perfect for:  • Christian moms seeking encouragement  • Women growing in their identity in Christ  • Anyone needing a reminder of God’s grace and purpose Be encouraged this Mother’s Day. You are seen. You are loved. You are His. Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2049675/fan_mail/new] Support the show [https://tinyurl.com/W2SPodcast-Donations]  Support our ministry → Text WRONG2STRONG to 53555  or via this link: https://givebutter.com/fwts Website: fromwrongtostrong.org https://youtube.com/@fromwrongtostrong Email: omar@fromwrongtostrong.org

Hebrews 13:3 Explained: Remembering Prisoners, Compassion, and the Heart of Christ

What does it really mean to “remember those in prison” in Hebrews 13:3? In this devotional, Omar Calvillo unpacks the powerful call for believers to stand in unity, compassion, and action. Scripture doesn’t call us to feel distant sympathy, it calls us to identify deeply with those who are suffering. Through passages like 1 Corinthians 12:26, Matthew 25:36, and Isaiah 61, this message reveals God’s heart for the incarcerated, the mistreated, and the forgotten. Jesus identifies Himself with those in prison, and the gospel reminds us that we all stand by grace, not by merit. This episode is both an encouragement to those behind bars and a challenge to the church to live out true biblical compassion. If you’re passionate about prison ministry, faith in action, or understanding the deeper meaning of Scripture, this message will strengthen and inspire you. Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2049675/fan_mail/new] Support the show [https://tinyurl.com/W2SPodcast-Donations]  Support our ministry → Text WRONG2STRONG to 53555  or via this link: https://givebutter.com/fwts Website: fromwrongtostrong.org https://youtube.com/@fromwrongtostrong Email: omar@fromwrongtostrong.org