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EPISODE · Dec 20, 2025 · 11 MIN

048 The Inmate Who Prayed for Me: A Christmas Story with Rivers aka Steve Harris

from The Grandpa Channel: What Life Taught The Hard Way · host with Steve Harris – Real Talk, Real Laughs & the Real Grandparent Life

What if your most meaningful Christmas gift came from a convicted felon? In this deeply personal episode of The Grandpa Channel, Steve "Rivers" Harris recounts the unraveling of his life during the 2009 holiday season: financial collapse, family stress, deep spiritual discouragement—and the surprising moment of peace that arrived through a tattooed, soulful, gospel-loving inmate named Moses. This story is a powerful reminder that God sees us, loves us, and often sends help through the most unexpected people. You’ll hear about: The triplet car crash that triggered a shame spiral What volunteering in maximum security jail taught Steve about grace The most profound prayer he’s ever heard (and why he cried through the whole thing) The mysterious power of peace, even when it seems God is silent A special message of hope for this Christmas season PLUS: A shoutout to Planted Media for helping grandpas record their life stories on video — check them out at plantedmediaco.com and mention “Rivers” for a Grandpa Channel discount! STEAL OUR BEST PLAYS: 10 Ways to Powerfully Connect With Your Grandkids, Free guide here!

What happens when your life unravels during the holidays — and the person who brings you peace is an inmate in maximum security? In this special Christmas message, Grandpa Rivers shares a true story from 2009 about faith, foreclosure, failure... and the unexpected angel who prayed for him at the lowest point of his life.

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What if your most meaningful Christmas gift came from a convicted felon? In this deeply personal episode of The Grandpa Channel, Steve "Rivers" Harris recounts the unraveling of his life during the 2009 holiday season: financial collapse, family...

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