My heart is broken.
After a month of research and interviews, I’ve learned the human trafficking crisis in Atlanta is MASSIVE.
I knew it wasn’t only happening a country away or even a state away. I knew it was happening
Jessica, so glad you got your tattoo covered. I had my property tattoo removed a couple years ago. It was a long process, but so worth it. It was freeing! So glad you were set free by God’s overcoming love! Blessings to you!
Maureen, thank you for sharing your experiences. So glad you were able to be free and experience freedom through the removal. Praying blessings over you!!
This is something that I never thought about. I can’t imagine the nightmare this brings to everyone. I hope more attention will be brought to this to stop it.
Jessica,
I’ve read your story a few times now and each time it hits me harder— you are such a brave and inspiring woman! Thank you for your honesty and vulnerability in sharing your story. I wish you and your family the best!
Kit
Wow. As the mother of two young girls this story scared the hell out of me. To think they could innocently go on a job interview and end up essentially kidnapped is terrifying. And they say Atlanta is a major hub for human trafficking. Terrifying. This story should be given to everyone who escapes so they can see the redemption and hope. Amazing.
Jessica ,
Unbelievable! Your story is powerful! Surviving your nightmare is definite proof that God has great plans for you. I admire your courage in allowing your story to be told. I’m personally familiar with some of your struggles and know others who have faced similar life threatening situations. I hate hate hate that you have seen such darkness but am encouraged to know that your overcomer story is going to impact lives for Jesus.
Diane
Jessica, I am so proud of you. You have found how to take some of the most challenging times in your life into something so beautiful. I appreciate you sharing your story for others who may need to hear it. You are a blessing in so many ways. Overcomes United is an amazing group and you have made it even better. Welcome!!!
Wow! Your story is so timely. My radio station is supporting this very cause right now. I’m so glad you were able to overcome this horrific event and put your talent into God’s hands. I know He is going to bless you for the work you do. You are amazing! God bless.
Jessica, what a strong young woman you are to be able to overcome all of this! I know you could not have gotten out of the abuse without God’s help. I’m so glad you knew that’s who you had to turn to. He was just waiting for you to ask. God is so good and I am sure he will continue to bless you in your work.
Thank you everyone for your kind words, support and love.
Wow. I cannot believe all that you endured by the time you were 23. Thank you for bravely sharing your testimony. You have opened up my eyes more to sex trafficking. It’s so sad how common it is. I bet by sharing your story you are saving lives. So happy of where you are now. You are a true overcomer.
Princess Jessica. I’m so proud of you! More importantly, Jesus is proud of you!! May you always walk in the knowledge of your royalty.
I never would have thought or considered. Thank you Jessica for being willing to share your heart!!!
Oh Melony —
What a fabulous story!!! If you watch the news, even a little bit, you know what a problem and a challenge sex trafficking is in our beloved city. These ladies and their work is fantastic and I applaud & praise them. It takes so much love, dedication and pure guts to do what they do. Thank you for discovering and uncovering their work and sharing it with us. Our prayers and gratitude are with all these fine ladies. We wish them all the strength and success God can give them. We also bless all the young girls and women whose lives they are helping, changing and making a difference in their futures. This is so beautiful. Thanks again for sharing it.
Thanks for reading the post. These women and many other ministry leaders in the Atlanta area ARE truly dedicated to ending human trafficking in Atlanta. It will take ALL of us getting involved to put an end to this nightmare.
I have a friend who volunteers with an organization to help these young women. I never really knew how prevalent it was in Atlanta until she talked to me about it. Love the info you shared about how we can help!
Until I interviewed these ministry leaders, I truly didn’t understand the depth of the crisis in Atlanta. So many women and children being forced to do the unthinkable.
Mel,
Great resource! Thanks!
I know you would enjoy Linda Smith’s new book, Invading the Darkness. you can order it at Shared Hope Intl.
Blessings,Maureen
Thanks, Maureen! I’ll check it out!