Sam Childers

Sam Childers, an American former outlaw turned missionary who founded Angels of East Africa. He recounts his violent-to-converted life, daring rescues of children from militias and warlords in Uganda and South Sudan. He discusses confrontations with terror networks, documentary fallout and legal scrutiny, and how he builds aid projects while operating with armed security.

Sam Childers, the founder of Angels of East Africa, joins Andy Stumpf to discuss his work rescuing child soldiers in Sudan and Uganda. They explore the biblical concept of killing vs. murdering, address inaccuracies in the movie about Childers' experiences, and discuss the ongoing war and instability in East Africa. They also promote the Mountain Tough program and discuss plans for reversing living conditions and ensuring transparency in their organization.

Sam Childers, known as the Machine Gun Preacher, is a former biker gang member who transformed his life to become a humanitarian. He shares his incredible journey from addiction to founding orphanages in Africa. Childers discusses the horrors of witnessing violence against children, his experiences with Joseph Kony, and the motivation behind his work with Angels of East Africa. He emphasizes the need for sustainable projects and the importance of faith and resilience in his mission to rescue and empower orphans in conflict zones.