We are shaking things up in 2026--Make sure to JOIN US for ALL the content coming - https://join.unrefinedpodcast.com#3 of Series: Something Deeper This Way Comes-Ever wondered what redemption looks like for a serial killer? This episode’s going to challenge everything you think you know about good, evil, and the reach of God’s mercy. Brandon, Lindsy, and co-host Jen Parks unravel the story of David Berkowitz—yes, the Son of Sam—and his journey from demonic chaos to radical transformation. They explore the trauma, lies, and spiritual strongholds that shaped his life, and how Jesus met him in a prison cell. From cult involvement and MKUltra theories to deep emotional healing and true crime rabbit holes, this one goes there. What if the worst of the worst can be redeemed?https://unrefinedpodcast.comBECOME a SPONSOR--> https://join.unrefinedpodcast.comhttps://www.ariseandshine.org/Timestamps:00:56 Redemption or jailhouse con?02:45 Jen's obsession with true crime04:58 John Douglas, Mindhunter, and SRA doubt07:12 Ritual abuse denial and its consequences09:37 Berkowitz’s testimony and Jen’s skepticism11:59 Monster Mirror and shared humanity14:25 Process Church connections and spiritual warfare16:42 Identity, shame, and God's long game19:01 Jailhouse salvation myths busted21:25 Early trauma and emotional abandonment23:47 Adoption trauma and never feeling at home26:08 Push-pull love and attachment issues28:25 Shame, guilt, and performance Christianity30:48 Firestarting, self-harm, and brain trauma33:14 How the Process Church love-bombed him35:30 Programmed to kill and lone shooter myths37:54 Samhain, occult cryptids, and symbolism40:17 MKUltra, authors, and childhood disillusionment42:46 The quiet moment of salvation in a prison cell45:07 Redemption fruit and prison ministry47:33 Identity lies, Genesis truth, and the orphan spirit49:55 Losing your individuality in cults52:09 Dying to self vs. killing your uniqueness54:36 Enemy’s playbook and emotional triggers56:59 Why media ignores Berkowitz’s redemption59:17 A letter-writing ministry to the lost01:01:39 Caparelli’s interviews and final confession01:04:02 Final thoughts on spiritual cover-ups01:06:22 Message of hope: no one is too far gone 
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