On this episode of Our American Stories Robert Borelli once believed the Mafia offered the clearest path to power As a teenager growing up in Brooklyn he set out to become a gangster drawn to the respect money and status he saw around him Instead that path led him in and out of prison and eventually to rock bottom But inside a jail cell at his lowest point Borelli cried out to God for change What followed was a transformation that gave him a new purpose in life one rooted in faith and service to others Support the show https [... more]

Killian Murphy discusses his experience playing Tommy Shelby in Peaky Blinders, the challenges of long-form television, and the importance of finding great writing. He also talks about his personal life, including his love of Ireland and his musical background. [... more]

The Bible describes God's perfect aptitude, understanding, and judgment, which allows him to make perfect decisions. This is demonstrated through the sevenfold attributes of the Spirit of the Lord, including wisdom, understanding, counsel, might, knowledge, fear of the Lord, and the Spirit of the Lord. These attributes are essential for spiritual leadership, and God's perfect judgment is characterized by omniscience, omnipresence, and omnipotence. The millennial reign will bring a utopian world where creation is restored, and the animal kingdom is domesticated, with no more predators or prey. [... more]

The prophet Isaiah foretells the judgment of the Assyrian empire, but also promises the restoration of the Davidic line through the Messiah, who will possess divine attributes and lead humanity to righteousness. [... more]

God's presence means everything, and without it, believers would be in hell. The prophet Isaiah warns Judah and Assyria of God's judgment, citing their idolatry and abuse of power. Assyria, used by God as a rod of punishment, will ultimately face God's wrath, and its boasts of invincibility will be silenced. [... more]

Robert Borelli, a former member of the Gambino crime family, recounts his life of crime and addiction, from his early days as a teenager to his eventual involvement in organized crime, and his subsequent transformation through witness protection and Christian ministry. [... more]

The story of Al Capone, a notorious gangster who rose to fame in the 1920s, is a tale of opportunity, crime, and the corrupting influence of power. Born in Brooklyn to Italian immigrant parents, Capone's family struggled to make a living in a city where they faced prejudice and discrimination. However, with the advent of Prohibition, Capone saw an opportunity to make a fortune by smuggling and selling alcohol. He quickly became one of the most powerful men in Chicago, but his success was short-lived as he was eventually brought down by tax evasion charges. Capone's life was marked by a tragic decline into dementia and madness, a result of his untreated neurosyphilis. His legend has endured, however, and he remains a fascinating figure in American history, a symbol of the excesses and corruption of the Jazz Age. [... more]

Former gangster Steve Skipper shares his powerful story of redemption and success, from his troubled past to his discovery of his artistic talent and his faith in God. With the help of God, Steve was able to escape the gang lifestyle and find a new purpose in life, becoming a successful artist and painter. He talks about how God gave him the gift of art and how he was able to use it to glorify God and bring hope to others. [... more]