To Obey Is Better Than Sacrifice

To Obey Is Better Than Sacrifice These are the words spoken through Samuel from God to King Saul, recorded in 1 Samuel 15. Saul was given a clear command—to carry out God’s judgment against the Amalekites for their longstanding evil against Israel. The time for judgment had come. Saul, however, reasoned in his own mind […]
The Hidden Danger of Good Intentions in Reentry

The Hidden Danger of Good Intentions in Reentry Newfound freedom for formerly incarcerated men can feel like that proverbial “kid in the candy store,” especially when they begin to see the fruit of diligent saving and budgeting. While we take time to celebrate and encourage these accomplishments, we also continue to exhort them to remain […]
Our Marching Orders Are Simple — King Jesus Says, “Go!” Matthew 28

The command is direct, authoritative, and unmistakable. After completing His earthly ministry—after His death, burial, and resurrection—and just moments before His ascension, Jesus made an emphatic declaration: “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me.” And with that authority, like a commanding general on the battlefield, He issued the order: “Go […]
A Milestone Worth Celebrating

A Milestone Worth Celebrating Because of the faithful support of our donors, Restoration Outreach of Dallas continues to assist men in achieving goals many once believed were out of reach. After months of hard work, studying, saving, and staying committed to the process, Damian has officially earned his driver’s license and is now driving his […]
Beyond A Job

At ROD Ministries, we help men turn second chances into new beginnings. With God’s guidance and your support, transformation happens, one choice at a time. Click here
Ending the Cycle of Crime

We like to think people always have a choice. In some ways that true. But what if all the choices available to you were bad ones? How would you know to choose the “least bad” choice? The stark truth is that for many neighborhoods, most roads lead to prison and bondage.
A Look Inside

ROD has been at Coffield and Hutchins State Jail for many years and we recently expanded into the Bedo Unit and the Gurney Unit. We are there once a week, barring any lock downs that do occur from time to time.
End the Trend: Ending the Cycle of Crime

We like to think people always have a choice. In some ways that true. But what if all the choices available to you were bad ones? How would you know to choose the “least bad” choice? The stark truth is that for many neighborhoods, most roads lead to prison and bondage.
What We Do on the Inside

ROD begins with a 9-month process consisting of Bible and discipleship classes in state jails. We build important relationships with our men through weekly discipleship and Bible Studies that last through release and beyond.