From Wrong To Strong

Omar Calvillo
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Born in the heart of Chicago, this podcast brings you raw, unfiltered stories of transformation from people who’ve lived through real darkness. Former gang members, ex-inmates, survivors of trauma, police officers, chaplains, and community voices. These conversations carry the grit of Chicago’s streets and the grace of a God who still heals and restores. Every episode is honest, emotional, and rooted in the truth that no life is beyond redemption.If you want stories that challenge you, strengthen your faith, and remind you that God can turn any life from wrong to strong, you’re in the right place. Real Chicago. Real stories. Real redemption.From Darkness To Light & From Wrong To Strong.

  1. 3D AGO

    The First Episode That Started It All | JC Almanza Testimony (Encore) | 25,000 Download Celebration

    We’re celebrating a major milestone. By God’s grace, the From Wrong to Strong Podcast has reached over 25,000 downloads. To mark this moment, we’re going back to where it all started. This is an encore release of the very first episode ever recorded. In this powerful conversation, Omar Calvillo sits down with JC Almanza, the man who challenged him to take the first step and launch this podcast. What began as one act of obedience has grown into a nonprofit ministry, reaching people inside and outside prison walls through testimonies, devotionals, and outreach. Since that first episode, we’ve seen lives impacted, stories of redemption shared, and a growing movement centered on transformation through Jesus Christ. If you’re new to the podcast, this episode will give you a clear picture of the heart behind From Wrong to Strong Ministries. If you’ve been with us from the beginning, this is a powerful reminder of how far God has brought us. Thank you for being part of this journey. 👉 Follow and subscribe so you never miss an episode  👉 Share this with someone who needs hope today  👉 Visit https://fromwrongtostrong.org  to learn more, get involved, or support the mission Let’s continue sharing stories of redemption that point people to Jesus Christ. Send us Fan Mail Support the show  Support our ministry → Text WRONG2STRONG to 53555  or via this link: https://givebutter.com/fwts Website: fromwrongtostrong.org https://youtube.com/@fromwrongtostrong Email: omar@fromwrongtostrong.org

    1h 7m
  2. God Sees Your Faithfulness | Don’t Grow Weary in Doing Good (Hebrews 6:10–12)

    4D AGO

    God Sees Your Faithfulness | Don’t Grow Weary in Doing Good (Hebrews 6:10–12)

    Have you ever felt overlooked, tired, or like your faithfulness doesn’t matter? In this encouraging devotional, we unpack Hebrews 6:10–12 and the powerful reminder that God sees every act of love, every moment of obedience, and every sacrifice made in His name. Even when people forget, God never does. Be strengthened to stay diligent, avoid spiritual drift, and keep going with faith and patience. Drawing from Galatians 6:9, Matthew 10:42, and James 1:3, this message will remind you that your labor in the Lord is never in vain and that a harvest is coming in due season. If you’re feeling weary, this is your encouragement to keep showing up, keep serving, and keep trusting God. Send us Fan Mail Support the show  Support our ministry → Text WRONG2STRONG to 53555  or via this link: https://givebutter.com/fwts Website: fromwrongtostrong.org https://youtube.com/@fromwrongtostrong Email: omar@fromwrongtostrong.org

    3 min
  3. Baptism Explained: Burying the Old Self & Walking in New Life in Christ (Romans 6:4)

    MAR 25

    Baptism Explained: Burying the Old Self & Walking in New Life in Christ (Romans 6:4)

    What does baptism really mean, and why is it so important for every believer? In this powerful weekly devotional, Cisco Terrazas breaks down the true meaning of baptism through Romans 6:4, Acts 2:38, and Matthew 28:19. Baptism is not just a religious act. It is a bold declaration that your old life is buried and you are raised to walk in new life through Jesus Christ. If you’ve ever struggled with your past, identity, or taking the next step in your faith, this message will challenge and encourage you. Baptism is not about perfection. It is about surrender, obedience, and stepping fully into the life God has called you to. If the Holy Spirit has been stirring your heart, this is your moment. Take the step. From darkness to light. From wrong to strong. Send us Fan Mail Support the show  Support our ministry → Text WRONG2STRONG to 53555  or via this link: https://givebutter.com/fwts Website: fromwrongtostrong.org https://youtube.com/@fromwrongtostrong Email: omar@fromwrongtostrong.org

    3 min
  4. Let the Redeemed Tell Their Story | The Power of Your Testimony (Psalm 107:2)

    MAR 18

    Let the Redeemed Tell Their Story | The Power of Your Testimony (Psalm 107:2)

    What has God brought you out of, and who needs to hear it? In this powerful devotional, Omar Calvillo unpacks Psalm 107:2 and the call for every believer to share their story of redemption. Scripture shows a clear pattern. People cried out to the Lord in their trouble, and He delivered them. But the story does not end there. We are called to speak. From Revelation 12:11 to Mark 5, we see that while the blood of Jesus saves us, the word of our testimony becomes part of how victory spreads. Your story is not meant to be hidden. It is meant to bring hope, faith, and encouragement to others who may still be in their struggle. Whether your testimony feels dramatic or simple, if God has rescued you from sin, fear, shame, or darkness, your voice matters. This episode will challenge you to stop minimizing what God has done and start sharing it boldly. Your testimony could be the key that helps someone else cry out to God and experience the same freedom. Listen in and be encouraged to speak what God has done in your life. From darkness to light. From wrong to strong. Send us Fan Mail Support the show  Support our ministry → Text WRONG2STRONG to 53555  or via this link: https://givebutter.com/fwts Website: fromwrongtostrong.org https://youtube.com/@fromwrongtostrong Email: omar@fromwrongtostrong.org

    4 min
  5. The Greatest Gift: Why Love Matters More Than Spiritual Gifts | 1 Corinthians 13 Devotional

    MAR 11

    The Greatest Gift: Why Love Matters More Than Spiritual Gifts | 1 Corinthians 13 Devotional

    In this From Wrong to Strong Weekly Devotional, Cisco Terrazas reflects on the powerful message of 1 Corinthians 13:4–7, 13 and why love stands above every other spiritual gift. The Apostle Paul reminds us that faith, knowledge, service, and even sacrifice mean nothing without love. This devotional explores what biblical love truly looks like, how it reveals our identity as followers of Christ, and why love must be the foundation of our faith and ministry. Drawing from John 13:35, 1 John 4:8, and Colossians 3:14, we are reminded that love is not just something God shows us. Love is who God is. If we want to grow in spiritual maturity, leadership, and influence, we must pursue love above all things. Because when our gifts are expressed through love, they become instruments of grace that reflect Christ to the world. A short, powerful devotional calling believers to examine whether their gifts are being used through love or pride. Send us Fan Mail Support the show  Support our ministry → Text WRONG2STRONG to 53555  or via this link: https://givebutter.com/fwts Website: fromwrongtostrong.org https://youtube.com/@fromwrongtostrong Email: omar@fromwrongtostrong.org

    3 min
  6. Hebrews 11 and the Other Side of Faith | Trusting God in Victory and Pain

    MAR 4

    Hebrews 11 and the Other Side of Faith | Trusting God in Victory and Pain

    In this episode of From Wrong to Strong Devotional, Omar Calvillo walks through Hebrews 11:35–39 and reveals the side of faith we do not always celebrate. We love the stories of victory, miracles, and breakthrough. But Hebrews 11 also speaks of torture, imprisonment, endurance, and believers who suffered yet were still commended for their faith. What does real faith look like when God delivers, and what does it look like when He allows the trial? Drawing from Romans 8:18, 2 Corinthians 4:16–18, Daniel 3, 1 Peter 1:6–7, and Hebrews 12:2, this devotional explores promise-based faith that trusts God beyond outcomes. If you are walking through hardship or believing for breakthrough, this message will remind you that heaven sees both public victories and quiet endurance. Send us Fan Mail Support the show  Support our ministry → Text WRONG2STRONG to 53555  or via this link: https://givebutter.com/fwts Website: fromwrongtostrong.org https://youtube.com/@fromwrongtostrong Email: omar@fromwrongtostrong.org

    4 min

  7. MAR 2

    Revival in Cook County Jail: Prison Ministry, Redemption, and Discipleship Behind Bars

    In this powerful episode of From Wrong to Strong, Omar Calvillo sits down with Gary Reynolds and Klavs Vadonis from Koinonia House National Ministries to discuss prison ministry inside Cook County Jail. What does it look like to bring the gospel into one of the largest jail systems in the country? How do men facing long sentences respond to Scripture? And can revival truly begin behind bars? Together, we share real stories from Division 11, testimonies of transformation, and the surprising hunger for God among men the world often forgets. This conversation explores discipleship, spiritual warfare, redemption, and the reality that no one is beyond the reach of Christ. If you have ever wondered whether prison ministry makes a difference, this episode will challenge your perspective and strengthen your faith. Scripture referenced: Matthew 4:16, Matthew 25 Follow and subscribe to From Wrong to Strong for more powerful stories of redemption, faith, and transformation. Send us Fan Mail Support the show  Support our ministry → Text WRONG2STRONG to 53555  or via this link: https://givebutter.com/fwts Website: fromwrongtostrong.org https://youtube.com/@fromwrongtostrong Email: omar@fromwrongtostrong.org

    1h 21m
  8. How to Overcome Sin and Avoid Spiritual Pride | 1 Corinthians 10:12-13 Devotional

    FEB 26

    How to Overcome Sin and Avoid Spiritual Pride | 1 Corinthians 10:12-13 Devotional

    In this From Wrong to Strong Weekly Devotional, Cisco Terrazas unpacks 1 Corinthians 10:12-13 and the danger of spiritual pride. What happens when we think we are strong enough to manage sin on our own? Scripture warns that pride leads to a fall, but God provides a way of escape through Christ. This episode explores spiritual dependence, overcoming temptation, John 15:5, Matthew 26:41, and the truth that real strength is found in abiding in Jesus, not self effort. If you are battling temptation, struggling with sin, or learning to walk humbly with God, this devotional will encourage you to stand in Christ, not in yourself. Send us Fan Mail Support the show  Support our ministry → Text WRONG2STRONG to 53555  or via this link: https://givebutter.com/fwts Website: fromwrongtostrong.org https://youtube.com/@fromwrongtostrong Email: omar@fromwrongtostrong.org

    3 min
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Born in the heart of Chicago, this podcast brings you raw, unfiltered stories of transformation from people who’ve lived through real darkness. Former gang members, ex-inmates, survivors of trauma, police officers, chaplains, and community voices. These conversations carry the grit of Chicago’s streets and the grace of a God who still heals and restores. Every episode is honest, emotional, and rooted in the truth that no life is beyond redemption.If you want stories that challenge you, strengthen your faith, and remind you that God can turn any life from wrong to strong, you’re in the right place. Real Chicago. Real stories. Real redemption.From Darkness To Light & From Wrong To Strong.

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  • Creator
    Omar Calvillo
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    184
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 From Wrong To Strong
  • Show Website
    From Wrong To Strong