About the Story

The story is a based on a true story a calling of Gods anointing and direction in the life of a young man born in Welsh, Louisiana, in the 1950s.

Early Recognition

At the age of six, his mother, Lee Anna Thomas, recognized that her son would someday be a minister.

Spiritual Journey

At fifteen, he had the first of many conversations with God about the purpose of his life. He made a vow to God. I will go wherever you want me to go and say whatever you want me to say, but first, I want to experience life to be able to understand your people through my experience. Once I have experienced life and become a man, I will do your will.