Pulpit Gangster: Life Inside a Cult (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781478340560)

Mathias Hardeman Sr. grew up as a native of Atlanta Georgia. He is a devoted loving husband and father of 9 children. As a child, he faced many challenges and obstacles in the church he was born and raised in. He always aspired to someday become a minister and spiritual leader. During his teenage years, many of his dreams and aspirations were broken and shattered. Unaware that he was part of a "religious church cult," he was molded, branded and was forced to conform to cruel and unsophisticated practices. In a distraught and brainwashed state, he continued to live under physical abuse and strict oppression. He later became spiritually empowered to break the chains of bondage which enslaved him for many years. He now serves as an evangelist, spiritual leader, mentor, entrepreneur, author, writer, singer, and an advisor within his community. He also continues his journey as an advocate for those who are still trapped in various stages of bondage.