In 1986, the Lord Jesus Christ found Manny Mill while he was running from the FBI in Caracas, Venezuela. After surrendering his life to the Lord, Manny returned to the United States and served time in prison. He went on to establish a post-prison ministry and serves as its director today. Includes photo insert.
The life and ministry of Manny Mill is another evidence that a reformed vision of God's sovereign grace ignites radical, risk-taking ministries of mercy, not passive fatalism. May his story set ten thousand captives free - including those who have never been in prison.
-John Piper, Pastor, Bethlehem Baptist Church
At some point everyone is in a type of prison - Manny's journey shows the only way to true freedom. You'll be inspired by his incredible passion, unusual manner and thrilling life story!
-Burl Cain, Warden, Louisiana State Penitentiary, Angola
Manny's life is a great example of God's redeeming grace. His spirit and enthusiasm for serving the Lord he loves is contagious. We would all do well to catch some of it.
-C. William Pollard, Chairman Emeritus, The ServiceMaster Company
Radical Redemption is a compelling account of Manny Mill's incredible transformation. It has been our family's adventure to witness up-close Manny's new life in Christ.
-Norma C. Wessner, Wife of the late Dr. Kenneth T. Wessner
Manny's enthusiasm for Jesus and his love for the unloved of our society are contagious. His life story demonstrates with dramatic miracles of redemption that in the words of Manny himself, Jesus is the Real Deal!
-Hans Finzel, Author, President, CBInternational
Manny's life is an ongoing testimony of the amazing grace of God . . . touching thousands of lives both in and out of prison. Radical Redemption will greatly encourage and challenge any reader to love our "neighbor" with passion and purpose.
-Hutz H. Hertzberg, Director, Church Planting for EFCA
If there is a question about God's power to radically change a person's life, this is the book to read. It is wonderful to see how God has taken Manny's drive and enthusiasm and focused it on Kingdom work.
-Jerry K. Rose, President, Total Living Network
Manny Mill is the real thing. His home, his ministry, and his whole life authenticates his amazing story of Radical Redemption.
-R. Kent Hughes, Pastor, College Church, Wheaton, Illinois
A blatant reminder that we can't do anything without God - but that with God and through His grace, all things are possible.
-Kevin Palau, Executive Vice President, Luis Palau Evangelistic Association
Warning: This story is real. And Manny is contagious. Its lesson will more than touch you: it will challenge you to put "shoe leather" to your faith in service to our King.
-Chuck Missler, Ph.D., Executive Director, Koinonia House Publishers
Anyone who encounters Manny Mill sees "Exhibit A" of God's overpowering love for the lost.
-Peter J. Roskam, State Senator, 48th District, Illinois
Manny Mill is one of those rare people whose story and whose continued faith-filled exuberance lifts all who know him.
-Joel Nederhood, Director of Ministries Emeritus, The Back to God Hour, Pastor, Cottage Christian Reformed Church, South Holland, Illinois
Manny Mill is a true trophy of God's grace. His story will gladden your heart.
-Thomas C. Pratt, President, CEF International Cooperating Ministries
Enthusiastic is too weak a word to describe Manny Mill. Radical Redemption is the fascinating story of a human hurricane that was transformed into a powerful witness by and for Jesus Christ.
-J. R. Chase, President Emeritus, Wheaton College
I am glad to commend the book, Radical Redemption, to all who need to be reminded of the incredible power of the gospel to change a life. God doesn't tweak us a bit, He transforms us. Manny is a living example.
-Lonnie J. Allison, Director, Billy Graham Center, Wheaton College
Radical Redemption describes a life that was hell-bound, but was turned around by a series of encounters with Jesus. It will cheer the hearts of parents of wayward sons or daughters.
-Don Cole, WMBI Radio Pastor
A riveting account of Manny, the manipulator and shrewd convicted felon, dramatically transformed into a committed Christian visionary, mentor and founder of a model national ministry to prisoners and ex-prisoners.
-Henry Soles, Senior Chaplain, Chicago Bulls
In this remarkable book, my good friend Manny Mill shares the heart and soul of what the radical redemptive work of Jesus can do. This in turn has turned Manny into a radical missionary for the cause of Christ, working with the hidden church inside the prison walls.
-Barry L. Kolb, Senior Pastor, Lord of Life Church, La Fox, Illinois
Moving through each chapter, one observes how Christ has selected and anointed Manny Mill for His divine purposes -translating his weaknesses, losses, and failures into hope for all who are imprisoned in this generation. Manny's story of radical redemption is relevant to anyone, no matter their ethnicity, gender, social class background, or struggles.
-Henry Allen, Professor, Wheaton College
Radical Redemption is the stuff that movies are made of, only this is Manny Mill's life. This book is a quick read because it is difficult to put down. If you desire to experience the best life has to offer, then read this book to discover Manny's secret for a fulfilled life.
-Clarence Shuler, President/CEO, Building Lasting Relationships, Inc., Author, Speaker, Diversity Consultant
In Radical Redemption we read about a man who is running headlong in one direction, meets Christ, reverses course, and runs with new speed for a new purpose. The passion, enthusiasm, and energy that serve hell one minute are serving heaven the next. The honest story of a passionate man gives hope that ourpast need not determine our future.
-Stephen B. Kellough, Chaplain, Wheaton College
Manny's unvarnished story of his life is not really about him, but the remarkable reality of Christ coming to him and then living in him. Anyone wondering if grace really abounds over sin (Romans 5:20) will want to know Manny Mill through this book.
-Tom Jenson, Associate Director, Extension Ministries, Willow Creek Community Church
Most of us have come to faith through what would be considered "normal" life circumstances, so it is interesting and exciting to learn how God also sometimes uses the most dramatic and unusual experiences through which to demonstrate His life-changing, transforming power. A compelling read!
-Gunther H. (Bud) Knoedler, Retired Bank Executive, Chicago, Illinois
This is a great story of how much God can do with one redeemed sinner who is sold out for Jesus.
-Gary Reynolds, Vice President, Quantum Professional Search
Radical Redemption is the story of a simple man with an unbelievable passion and love for Jesus. It is a story of one man's journey of falling in love and being "real" for Jesus.
-Jorge L. Valdes, Ph.D., National Speaker and Author of Coming Clean
Manny Mill is truly a redeemed man! He has moved from a life of corruption and self-interest to one of service and sacrifice. This is a textbook example of how Jesus changes men!
-Mark Elfstrand, Morning Host, WMBI, Chicago
Radical Redemption is an exhilarating read of God's wonders in the life of one of His special people.
-William (Bud) Ipema, Urban Ministry Leader
What an amazing epic! Manny's story is God's glory. As you get to know Manny Mill your life will be changed; mine certainly has been.
-Bob Neff, Vice President of Broadcasting, Moody Bible Institute
Manny is one of the most persuasive persons I know, and this book sheds light on why I'm now involved in post-prison ministry.
-Bob Cook, Ministry Volunteer
Reading Manny's colorful story is the next best thing to knowing Manny himself and the joyful work God is doing through him among ex-offenders.
-Timothy R. Botts, Calligraphic Artist, Senior Art Director, Tyndale House
Revolutionary! The beauty of Manny's ministry reflects the gospel perfectly. Profoundly simple.
-Bishop Edward Peecher, Pastor, New Heritage Cathedral, Chicago, Illinois
This book will inspire as well as challenge those who pursue truth and believe God is still able to change lives.
-Samuel M. Huddleston, Senior Pastor, Lighthouse Covenant Fellowship, Benicia, California
Manny Mill's life story is an outstanding contemporary depiction of how Jesus Christ radically changes those who come into personal relationship with Him. From convicted felon to an ordained minister whose chosen flock are convicts and ex-cons, Manny is a trophy of God's grace, a living testimony to the power of a second chance.
-Rick Miller, President, Mission to the Americas, Denver, Colorado
Manny Mill is truly a diamond in God's jewelry box. The world rarely sees what God can do with a life that is totally surrendered. In Manny Mill, we are blessed to see this transformation that we read about in God's Word so beautifully displayed.
-Robert Toney, Chaplain Supervisor, Louisiana State Penitentiary, Angola, Louisiana
In 1986, the Lord Jesus Christ found Manny Mill while he was running from the FBI in Caracas, Venezuela. After surrendering his life to the Lord, he returned to the United States and served time in prison. In 1988 Manny received one of the first Charles W. Colson Scholarships awarded to ex-prisoners to attend Wheaton College. There he earned a BA in Biblical Studies and an MA in Theological Studies. He went on to found a post-prison ministry and serves as its director today. Radical Redemption is the autobiography of Manny Mill.