Deliverance From Gangs

The Practical Guide to Ministering to Gang MembersWhat is a Gang Member?Depending on who you ask this question to you may receive a variety of answers. If you ask the average citizen, they might reply, “A bunch of thugs and drug dealers.” The average police officer might reply, “A group of criminals.” And the average politician might say, “A lot of minorities destroying their community.” Yes, the topic of gangs normally generates a negative response, but has anyone actually asked an active gang member the same question? Well, I have, and these were some of their responses: “A gang is a brotherhood that’s filled with loyalty, dedication, and discipline.” “A group of like-minded individuals from the same neighborhood that came together to form a bond.” “A clique of guys that didn’t receive any love from their family or the system, so they received their love from the streets.”The Cry for HelpHave you ever wondered how a singular topic can generate such different responses? I believe we h