Episode 136

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15th Dec 2025

Anchor Points | Ep. 136 | You've Been in Prison This Whole Time

Have you ever thought you needed to "live a little" before fully surrendering to God?

Like maybe faith was something to save for later...after the fun years, after you've gotten it all out of your system?

That's exactly what today's Anchor Point is about.

Devin Almonte shares a lie many of us believe without even realizing it: that following Jesus means locking ourselves away, trading freedom for restriction, adventure for obligation. She shares a powerful moment from early in her sobriety when someone told her she was too young for recovery and should go "live" first.

But here's the truth she discovered: we've had it backward the whole time.

In today's Anchor Point, Devin unpacks:

  • Why we think surrender to God means giving up freedom
  • The dangerous advice to "live first, follow Jesus later"
  • How celebrities (and everyday people) delay Christ until life feels empty
  • The shocking reality: we're already in prison until we surrender

Scripture (NIV):

John 8:36 – "So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed."

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Devin Almonte

Devin Almonte is a broadcaster, journalist, and podcaster dedicated to media-driven discipleship. As the host of InSight Out and Encouraging Star Stories, she challenges audiences to think deeply about faith, culture, and purpose, offering clarity for the mind, joy for the heart, and truth for the times.

A Colson Fellow and graduate of the World Journalism Institute, Devin has written for The Stream and other outlets, integrating theology, worldview, and storytelling to address today’s pressing issues.

With a diverse background in business, broadcasting, film, commercial work, and media production, she has worked with companies like QVC, HSN, and Macy’s Merchandising Group in media, journalism, and product development. Her experience in storytelling, faith-based media, and on-screen work enables her to engage audiences in a way that is both thought-provoking and deeply relatable, inspiring a Christ-centered life.

Devin is also the founder of InSight Out Media, a faith-based company committed to media-driven discipleship, equipping people to see the world through a biblical lens and live out their faith with confidence.