Durell and Shakoa Harper both grew up in church. They knew the routines, the language, and the traditions—but as they grew older, they drifted into worldly paths that were clearly forbidden in Scripture. Over time, they walked away from God, unaware that what they had was religion without relationship.

In 2024, everything changed.

Both Durell and Shakoa had a life-altering encounter with the Lord Jesus Christ. In His mercy, Jesus delivered them and set them free from sin, bondage, and spiritual blindness. What became clear in that moment was sobering and healing at the same time: though they had been around church for years, they did not truly know the Lord.

That encounter marked the beginning of a genuine relationship with Jesus—not based on performance, tradition, or appearance, but on repentance, surrender, and obedience.

 The married couple answered God’s call together. They began serving faithfully through ministry, sharing the truth of Christ with boldness and compassion. Their testimony became a living reminder that God is not looking for religious activity—He is seeking hearts fully surrendered to Him.

 During prayer and fasting, the Lord placed a clear assignment on their hearts:

To develop a program for children and teens that teaches the difference between religion and relationship.

They realized that many children, like they once were, are growing up around God but not being taught how to truly walk with Him. God impressed upon them the urgency to help the next generation build a real, personal relationship with Jesus Christ, rooted in Scripture, obedience, and love for God—not rules without understanding.

This program was born out of obedience, healing, and purpose.

Their mission is simple but eternal: to help children know Jesus, walk in freedom, develop godly character, and grow into young men and women whose lives are led by the Spirit—not tradition. 

“You will seek Me and find Me when you seek Me with all your heart.” — Jeremiah 29:13 

What God delivered them from, He now uses for His glory—so the next generation doesn’t have to learn the hard way.