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Free Indeed

Slavery had been abolished in 1865, but by the 1880s, convict leasing flourished in its place. Many black citizens who had thought themselves free were unjustly ensnared in yet another form of forced labor. Freedom isn’t always as it seems. Join John Bradshaw for “Free Indeed” and learn of the glorious hope God offers for those enslaved by sin.

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Learn the story of the Reformation and why it matters today more than ever. Join President John Bradshaw on a unique journey in the footsteps of the Reformers with nine new, must-see, on-location programs titled 500.

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ABOUT THE PRESENTERS

JOHN BRADSHAW is the president of It Is Written, an international media evangelism ministry. It Is Written programs have been filmed on six continents, and are viewed around the world. John is married to Melissa, and they have two children.