From Darkness to Light: The Testimony of Jim Bancroft

A Journey of Redemption and Faith

Jim Bancroft's life is a testament to the power of grace and the resilience of the human spirit. Born into a tumultuous family in Connecticut, Jim's journey to redemption was marked by pain, addiction, and ultimately, salvation.

"My parents were both US Navy veterans of WWII and met at a local factory in their hometown."

"At age 6, my father brought home a 3 foot stack of pornographic magazines from his cousin and viewed the images in front of all us kids, including all my older sisters."

These early experiences shaped Jim's worldview and set him on a path of self-destruction. Despite the chaos at home, Jim found solace in the teachings of Jesus Christ.

"At age 6, my father took us to a Methodist Church each Sunday... Being 6, I don’t think there was much discussion about sin or hell, but I do remember being taught that just by believing on Jesus we are forgiven of our sin and go to heaven when we die."

But Jim's faith was met with resistance from his own father, who forbade him from believing in Jesus.

"When my father left my bedroom, I closed my eyes and prayed, No, Jesus, I am going to believe on You!"

As Jim grew older, the turmoil in his family only intensified, leading him down a path of substance abuse and violence.

"At age 16 I took hallucinogenics the first time... Before I finished my Junior year, I did acid 60 times. Before I graduated, 75."

"I learned to love cocaine."

Despite his struggles, Jim's journey took a dramatic turn when he encountered the Word of God during his time in the military.

"In 1980, I was one of the Marines who was off the coast of Iran during the Hostage Crisis under President Jimmy Carter. It was then that I read the Bible for the very first time."

Inspired by his newfound faith, Jim made the decision to turn his life around and seek redemption.

"In 1988, I came home from work and got on my knees at my bedside and begged forgiveness for my sins!"

Since then, Jim has dedicated his life to serving others and spreading the message of salvation.

"I have been honored to have 73 men pray with me to receive the Lord in their hearts for salvation."

"I also have been handing out tracts and feeding homeless for 6 ½ years downtown Greenville. That is a trying ministry, watching these men and women just destroy themselves for drugs and alcohol and prostitution because they think it represents personal freedom."

"Always remember, we are not called to be successful, we are called to be faithful!"

Jim's story serves as a beacon of hope for all who are lost and searching for redemption. It is a reminder that no matter how far we may stray, God's grace is always available to lead us back into the light.

"And they, whether they will hear, or whether they will forbear, (for they are a rebellious house,) yet shall know that there hath been a prophet among them." - Ezekiel 2:5

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