I Found God In Prison | The Story of Shawn Balva

Raised in a secular home in Las Vegas, Shawn Balva was the star quarterback of his high school football team who dreamt of going pro. After dabbling with violence and crime, he lost control and spiraled into a life of desperation and addiction. Shawn was arrested for armed robbery and sentenced to prison at the age of twenty-one, Shawn built a strong relationship with fellow inmate, Shalom Mordechai Rubashkin, who helped him search for a life of meaning.
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  • @Emilygregoire9
    @Emilygregoire9

    I've been watching every episode, i love the people you have chosen to interview. I have learned so much. I am Christian but with everything going on in the world I've been trying to learn more about the Jewish religion, thank you for all the work that goes into these episodes.

  • @simongrossman5425
    @simongrossman5425

    I am a privileged visitor for the past 36 years visiting Jewish inmates in many prisons trying to give them chizuk and a smile on their face. When I met Shawn, s special kedusha light penetrated from his face that I got a tremendous inspiration from him during me visiting him when he was incarcerated in Otisville. Shimon Grossman. Your podcast is very professional and inspirational in Emuna and Bitochen. Kol hakovod

  • @BenLlywelyn
    @BenLlywelyn

    22 years ago Jews saved my life and took me in. I had all the signs this was my path, but I ignored it. 4 years ago i hit rock bottom and then fell off a waterfall and could not walk for a few months, so I came back to this. Judaism. This has helped and rebuilt me.

  • @eliezerserebrowski9144
    @eliezerserebrowski9144

    Nachi and Momo, I am surprised that you didn't think of the fact that the number 23 represents psalm 23 which is מזמר לדוד ה' רועי לא אחסר- The lord is my shepherd!! That is the hidden meaning behind Shawn getting beaten 23 times which ultimately brought him to his religious homecoming.

  • @cecelialimon6209
    @cecelialimon6209

    Shawn! Your story is such a blessing. You encourage my faith and hope for my son. I shared this story with family. Hashem called you to prison not only to Teshuvah but He brought you back to your inheritance. Baruch Hashem! 👏🏽👏🏽

  • @shirleybewley6646
    @shirleybewley6646

    What a great interview! Shawn's message is meaningful to all who will hear it. Thanks to you all!

  • @MsMuradova
    @MsMuradova

    Shawn I pray that you find that community that will help you grow and become a huge tzadik! May you find that special girl that will share in your mission of self growth and fulfillment! You have a tremendous amount of potential, I wish you the best of luck! U have a bright future ahead!

  • @datruth788
    @datruth788

    Amazing story. Not only does Shawn's story speak to those who went through the prison system, but even more so to those dealing with struggles in faith, which is all of us.

  • @cheskelfreund69
    @cheskelfreund69

    so inspiring

  • @abbyklein8835
    @abbyklein8835

    Wow wow wow. This interview was so positively inspirational. He took a negative and made it into such a positive. I learnt so much from his story. This is my favorite interview thus far! That’s saying a lot! ❤

  • @sarafeferphotovideo1119
    @sarafeferphotovideo1119

    This is one of the most divine and inspiring and humbling talks I have heard in a long time. Shawn is so humble. I really don't have words. Tears well up. Thank YOU!

  • @spencermorris5873
    @spencermorris5873

    Beautiful story, Shawn!! Your authenticity in the way you came to know G-d is so inspiring, especially in today’s inauthentic culture. Thank you for sharing and I pray for you much deserved success and happiness!!

  • @yonalove4875
    @yonalove4875

    Complete and total awe of this young man’s experience and how he found Hashem,Yasher koach young man keep growing!

  • @mvdwillik5991
    @mvdwillik5991

    Not only Jews but also Christians I love it. I am trying and give this out to all to learn and follow this Amassing God I love Israel and pray for them for as long as I know ateast 50 yrs

  • @ttee6990
    @ttee6990

    Momo, I have to say you don’t realize how much insight and chizuk you gave shawn but I gained so much from it. You’re a deep smart person and your hashkafos are incredible! You have so much to say, I bet you would be a phenomenal speaker to give chizuk we all need it desperately!

  • @MsMuradova
    @MsMuradova

    This is such an incredible and beautiful interview, Shawn is a real inspiration for the nation! Thank you for being so vulnerable with us and sharing your story! May Hashem continue to bless you with continued growth, health and happiness!! Wishing you much peace in your life!!!

  • @user-or8bj3yb6b
    @user-or8bj3yb6b

    What an uplifting, amazing episode !!

  • @avrahamleifer3084
    @avrahamleifer3084

    What an inspiration this man is!!! Speechless!

  • @Hobbies-Puzzles-More
    @Hobbies-Puzzles-More

    I'm so glad I heard your story. I hope it reaches the ears of all that need inspiration.

  • @adinas5964
    @adinas5964

    I think it's all been said. Amen to all of it. Just wow.