Do people deserve 2nd chances? Jesus gives plenty. What about convicted felons? Our guest this week is attorney and mom of 3 who created a non-profit called “Second Chance” – which she talks about, plus blending faith and fitness in her busy life, opening up on the “Run The Race” podcast, which we hope you subscribe to (if not, do that now).

After an intro of Jennifer Dunlap, (2:19) she talks about why she started Second Chance Criminal Record Relief, based in Columbus GA along with her law office Dunlap & Lakes, PC. Seeing no remedy for first offenders trying to get their rights back, she and her organization are trying to fill the gap. These are people who’ve already done their punishment and want to move forward to be productive taxpayers. The goal: give hope to people that feel judged.

(11:05) She sees “Second Chance” as a ministry, a non-profit that started with what she calls a “miracle” after 18 months of praying and fasting. Now, they’ve helped nearly 200 convicted felons get their lives back, as voters and more, as people that are no longer convicts or outsiders that are discriminated against by employers. Knowledge is power and you have to know your history - which may have mistakes – to eliminate barriers.

(20:55) How does faith play a role in that non-profit and her law job? She sees this as doing God’s work. Jennifer’s faith is also vital as a mother of 3 boys, which it takes a village to do, as she owns her own business. That business includes criminal histories that sometimes can or cannot be changed. (29:55) Think about the kind of people Jesus hung out with. Her clients at Second Chance feel compelled to confess to her, and have a timeframe to stay out of trouble after misdemeanors.

Jennifer is someone people look up to, (34:42) representing women and African-Americans who want to achieve and help others. She has opportunities to speak to groups of girls, while balancing the roles of busy attorney and having 3 sons at home. (40:09) That balance includes fitness, which was modeled for decades by her amazing parents. How does she find time to exercise 3-4 times every week? (48:54) My “parting gift” inspiration is some Biblical wisdom on 2nd chances, then my closing prayer.

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