State of Georgia VS Frantz Bellanton
The Journey......
Stories are told for different reasons. Some are told for education, hatred, have been a victim, and some are told solely for the benefit of the reader. Everyone in this world has a story to tell, but humility and courage plays a big role in bringing it to past.
Life is good, it's an honor and privilege to live a positive life, but its tragedies have no warning when knocking at your door. Some people measure life by their personal gains/assets, where-as, some measure it by the opportunity to serve. Yes, serving humanity as a whole. Life is a journey and there's nothing bigger or more precious than to serve, to love, to help the less fortunate ones. Like the man said, "if you haven't found anything in life that you will sacrifice or die for, life is not worth living." In a way, that makes a lot of sense. Why try to guard something that you have no control of? Why try to save something that has an expiration date?
My attempting to share this story with you haven't been easy. I've gone through numerous weeks of challenge; debating whether to share this story or not. My biggest worries were about the impact it'll have on family members, business relations, church families, neighbors, friends, etc. Oh well, so much at stake. As time goes by, I started to reflect on my life, asking "who am I"? What is my purpose here on earth? After having read different authors' view on the book entitled "Who Am I"? I perceived that I'm not on this earth forever, and whatever I need to do is now.
To those who have wished me evil...I forgive you. To those who have a judgmental spirit, waiting for my fall, remember it's my story and I have already evaluated all the consequences. To those who would end friendship, refrain from my services, or whatever it may be, it's all good, God will provide. It's my life, and my choice. I pray this little story will help you to evaluate yourself here on earth, before you make your residence in the underworld. May something positive spark your attention for the better in this read.
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This is about an incident that took place on September 2013 where I'm being charged with Aggravated Assault. Aggravated Assault is now the new term for attempted murder. The word tells us to train up a child in a way that he/she should go and when he/she is grown, he/she will not depart from it. Well, that hasn't always been the case. Sometimes a parent can do the best they can for their child, but the outcome of that child may be of the total contrary. Oh well, what can you do? who do you blame? The system? The parents? you still have to show love and guide that child.
It's every parents' wish to see their children prosper in life. Specially parents with foreign background tends to stay behind their children. Here it is, my wife of 21 years of marriage, having successfully strive to give her daughter, (my step-daughter) the perfect life, just to find out it's a challenge after she reaches 30 years old. Some people says, "friends influences friends", well, I'd have to agree to dis-agree. I was a teenager with many friends, but I still had a mind of my own. The question is being asked....what is a home without life? what is life without family? what is family without love?....what is love without God? Once a person have experience God's love, he'll never be the same. Can you love someone you know without a doubt hate you? The answer is "Yes." yes you can, once you've been transformed.
This is about my wife's daughter, (my step-daughter) who's grown, left home a few years ago, cut all communications with her mom, and living her life. As she's living her life, we, the parents continue to keep her in prayers. It so happened, one night after prayer, the Lord revealed her situation to me. Oh no! she's in trouble and she needs help fast. Oh boy, what do I do now? Do I let her die in her situation, or do I help. If I can help complete strangers on the streets, why not help my own wife's daughter;although she doesn't like me. So I decided to tell my wife that her daughter is in trouble, and she needs to reach out to her asap. My wife and my son located her and went to visit her. Lo and behold, she was in trouble. My wife was very upset with her living condition and those she had surrounded herself with, so she encouraged her to come home.
Daughter is now back home, but her belongings were still at her previous dwelling. Daughter made numerous attempt to get her belongings, but it wasn't gonna be easy. Like the saying goes, "You make your bed, you sleep in it". From what I heard, those folks didn't like the idea she was leaving them, so they're holding her belongings hostage. I instructed my wife to take charge, and accompany her daughter to get the belongings, unfortunately, it wasn't easy. I was told that a man and a woman was holding the belongings. I tried my best not to come in the picture, but I couldn't sit there watching the toll it started to take on my wife. As my time to step in the picture closing on me, I started to weight the damages that may take place. Yes, damages, because some thugs have big automatic, some don't have a mind to think, and I'm sure wasn't planning to be the victim. So It appeared to be a crossed line of no-return. God is so good. The week I planned to drive the truck through that front door so daughter can get her belonging, God is good, they had already released the belongings.
Thank God for sparing jail, or grave, or hospital. Now that daughter is home, it doesn't end there. There will be some rules and regulations to follow. I instructed my wife not to go easy on her daughter, but to be on top of her, watching and guiding her every move. I instructed her to NOT give her the car, but she can take her to work. I instructed my wife to stay on top of her daughter, if not, she will lose focus. I also instructed her not to take any forms of payments from her. The plan was for daughter to stay for a month or two at the house, while she continues to work, to purchase her car, then go back to New York; to finish some Nursing courses she started. Like the saying goes, "A Prophet has no honor in his village, home, etc." Some will travel the miles to go hear a word, while another have the word in their own house.
Lost Focus
Daughter is now in a nice clean comfortable home, but too much comfort can destroy her goal, plan and focus. Complete monitoring is a must. It didn't take long before daughter started wasting money in movies, alcohol, drugs (weeds), getting fit products, and getting tattoos. How can she save her money if she's getting tattoos? a cheap tattoo can run you $40-$45. How much tattoo can a person need? She already have a million tattoos between her back, thighs, legs, etc. Have she lost focus? How will she meet her short- term goal in that one-two months? Have she quit her plans? What? Cause when I do the math, a little paycheck from a local fast food restaurant is not much. So it appears that her plans have changed, or saving for that car will take a life time.
The more time goes by, the more she lost focus, the more comfort kicks in. Wife is afraid of her own daughter? Are you kidding me? You carried a child for 9 months, gave her life, now you afraid to confront her? Are you a real Jamaican from Kingston/St. Mary Jamaica? If you can't get your own daughter in check, what do you expect from one who's not even biological father? it's gross just to think about it. Anyway this is a home, and home have rules, and rules are gonna be followed. I figure, if the child needs the help we're providing, she will abide by the house rules. If not, two adults don't live in the same place. In daughter's mind, she figures it's her mom's house, and she have a right to be there. In my view, I figure she has a right to be there, as long she can abide by the rules. Soon daughter noticed I've been instructing her mom concerning her, her horns started to come out. She figures she already put fear in her mom's heart, and I was the only thing in her way; and she had to confront me. One may say, "What a poor excuse for a Mom." Not when I have two young men in the house. That's not gonna happen. My sons need me, and I will do anything to save them from going to the system.
Show down
The bible is so clear, when it says, " my people perish for lack of knowledge". If something matters to you, you will take the time to research it. Lack of knowledge means...you are being a baby for the rest of your life; it means...you can listen to the same old news everyday, and never know the difference; it means, you say, "Jesus, Jesus" but never take the time to research Him, or to know Him for yourself. Lack of knowledge also means "You don't care". Cause if you care, you would read, seek wisdom and understanding.
Anyway, daughter tried to sneak a man in the house. Oh no! that's not gonna happen here. I'm the man of the house, and it's gonna remain as a home. By the time I drag my house coat and slippers to catch that dude, and possibly run a knife through his chest, he was out like a light. Wow, so that means the noise me and my wife heard the week before was sex. Wow! My wife thought she was moving furniture, although it was a steady bang bang bang. I would never think she would sneak a man in less than a week. The difference between the streets and the home, is that the home is safe, and there are rules to abide. Some of the homeless people on the streets have choices to go to a house or shelter, but they don't want to follow the house's rules, so they prefer their liberty on the streets. Wow, you got the nerves to try to bring a man in the dark? Spirit of God is nothing to mess with. Who can hide from God? That night I felt like garbage and betrayed. Garbage, cause step daughter was in my face; and betrayed because my wife went to hide in the closet. She must have thought someone was about to go to the underworld. Later, when I asked my wife, "What where you doing hiding in the closet?" Her response was, "I was praying." Ok, final decision has been made, and we agree that she got to go.
A week later, daughter came from work with that man, sitting in the driveway. Doesn't she have a boyfriend in New York?....and one who had threat to shoot me? why is she with these folks here? Well, we all have big appetite. 2 o'clock in the morning, peaceful time, "Why is the door opening and shut every 2 min", I asked. "Huh, she's charging his phone", says the Mrs. Ok, let me do the math. They live in the same little town and this is time to go to bed, why not go straight home? How much charging does the phone need? Is this that same fellow that been sneaking here? And if he is, he really have some big balls. Could this fellow be the same fellow here in Georgia who had shot numerous bullets at the family truck? Although I was living in New York at that time, I still believe that my wife had the right to let the police know about that incident? That hoodlum shot to kill your own daughter. It's a constant reminder each time I look at the bullet holes in the truck.
Since you hear about murder everyday in the news, one can't be too naive. I don't trust no one, and that's the way it will be. If the person got the nerves to be in your driveway at this time, that explains all. So, I made up my mind to go down to talk to that man in the driveway. Since I don't trust no one, I put my gun in my pocket, to go talk to the man. "No, no, don't go" says the Mrs. "I promise you, I'm only gonna talk to him", I responded. I didn't have no intention of shooting anyone. I went down, I kindly ask the man to come inside the house, so me and my wife can talk to him. I just wanted to tell him the rules we have here in this premises. The man never saw any gun, nor did I have any gangster tone in my voice. Lol, the man thought for a few seconds, "Uh, Uh, ahh, Nah, I'll pass". Seconds later, here comes mad woman. Step daughter said something offensive, that's all she wrote. Shots fired! shots fired! don't ask for details. All details of the incident remains for the court, and for investigation/security purpose. They recorded my version of testimony on tape anyway.
JAIL TIME
Wow, it's like a dream come true. The gifts of the spirit are cool, but its not easy. No wonder why they say, "This gospel thing is not easy". Well, let me re-phrase that. Let me say, "This personal relationship with God". Wasn't it just two weeks ago that the Lord showed me in a dream; where I was distressed and running through the wilderness? I had shared that vision with my wife. Anyway, after the shooting incident, all I could hear is my wife's voice calling, "Jesus," Jesus' Jesus". The more she called Jesus, the more I felt like I had no more life in me. "What am I gonna do now?" I paused. I ran inside the house, standing at the door and called out, "It's all your fault" It's all your fault. Knowing in a matter of minutes, police will invade the property, I had to leave fast.
I picked up one of the cars, out I go, vroomm vroomm. I jumped on I-20 a nearby interstate. Passing a few exits, "Hey where are you going?" asked the spirit. Am I gonna be a fugitive? run the states? I came to realize that I had to face my fear. If there ever was a time of need, this was it. I felt the need for prayers so bad. My heart and my head felt like there were blowing in pieces, and there were no more life in them. I made up my mind to return. I left the interstate, return back to town, and I went to a local pastor friend to pray for me and for guidance. The minute she opened the door, she knew something was wrong. I told her what just happened, she collapse. with no hesitation, she prayed right there for me, then advice me to turn-in myself. She drove me to the police/jail to turn myself in, upon arrival, we spoke to a heavy set lady called Mrs. Jordan Or Orange, something pertaining to that sound, I don't remember. Anyway, that Mrs. Jordan or Orange didn't see my name in the system. " Lady, I have a warrant after my arrest," I said. "Young man, you are not in the system" replied Mrs. Jordan or Orange. At this time, the Pastor friend advice me to take the day off to try to figure out who's gonna bail me out, and who's to call, etc. She also advice me to get counsel. She took me to see a lawyer, but Mr. Lawyer man was too expensive. I gave her and a nearby landscape customer friend a list of names and number. Who got $50,000.00 for bail. So I had to pick my list of name wisely. I even included the name of a girl friend I was living with in New York. Lol, this New York girlfriend is a joke. In such a time of emergency, all she wanted to know is......"do you love me?" do you love me?, "do you want me to book a flight to come down to GA?" Lol, this was a good laughter in the time of sorrow. Lol, can you Imagine a fugitive on the run chilling with his concubine? let's say while she came down to show support, then the FBI roll up on the love birds? Lol, Oh God. All jokes aside, but she meant good. She even sent some money to help with the bail.
Tomorrow came, I turned myself in. I guess my name was already pop up in the system, so they processed me, took my model pictures, and put me in the waiting room. Boy, it was a Friday night, and the jail was busy. Wow, I swear to you. Every five minutes a new client comes in. I never seen anything like this. It reminded me on the Casino's floor on weekend; where the place is packed like sardine. It's like a business, and business was booming. The sad part about it, a lot of those people were youngsters. let's say between the age of 17 to 30. A lot of these kids are already part of the system and they don't even care about their lives. I grieved a lot when I see them coming in. I'm thinking, I need to be there for my two teen-age sons living with me. I don't want them to be sold to the system. A lot of those kids were charged with "Theft-by-taken" that means, they have played a part in a reported stolen product, Or they bought an item that was stolen. My advice to you is...... Stay behind your kids. Don't let them buy or borrow anything electronic from friends or strangers. I tried to counsel as many who would want my advice.
Still in the waiting room, processing is slow, and the clients are coming like a flood. Being so uncomfortable, grieving, thinking of my life and my love ones, then here comes an inspiration kicking in my spirit to pray for a Pastor at the church. What? Are you kidding me? Is this God or what? the more I hesitate, the more that pressure to pray for such individual getting stronger. This was so weird I thought to myself. If anyone needs prayer, it would be me. Anyway, I humbled myself and followed instruction. I prayed, and prayed and prayed for the church and that male Pastor. A few days later, I come to find out, the same pastor God had me to pray for, was the same pastor who fought his church board to help with some bail money. God also showed me they were some jealousy because the church helped out a non-member. God does what He pleases! You be faithful in all you do, don't look for position or title, maybe you might experience the power of God.
A few days passed, in a corner mentoring those who needed some words of encouragement, all of a sudden, "Bellanton", shouted the officer. "You have a visitation". All burdens dropped instantly. I was happy to see my wife. She came visit me, she looked so beautiful that day. She informed me of how much money she already collected, she informed me that the church was praying, my landscape customers collecting money, friends and relative donations, My sister, etc. Boy, I was happy. It's like a new birth of strength just penetrated me. Now I can live. My Pastor friend also came visit and left money, My sister came visit, boy I was relief. My sister didn't have much, but she sacrificed her little funds in helping with bail. May God bless u. I thank God for everyone who played a roll in helping my bail out. Not to forget a dear friend/landscape customer called Ruby who was the backbone in helping.
Walking back to my cell, I'm the man now. Can't nobody talk to me. I just find out my wife still love me, I'm the man! now I can live. If I can live, then I can do God's work; by helping another inmate. Soon I got to the dome, a gangster inmate came to me, "Hey Bruhh!' You ain't hurr fo long", he said "How do you know all that?" I asked. "God man" Guddd, God bruhh" he replied while walking away. I was paused to say, look at God! Even in jail he reveals to a gangster inmate concerning his servant. I smiled at gangster inmate, and said to myself......"you have good eyes bro".
As I continued to mentor the inmates. Some inmates became good friends, but some wanted to test me. Can you imagine even in jail, some people will never change? Days passing by, I spoke to my wife, and she informed me that the money was almost there, and I should be out soon. OH God, Lord I thank you. God is faithful, so i must be faithful to Him. I started to mentor the inmates more with a passion. I let them know my church was bailing me out. I gave the church the credit, just for the gospel sake, an attempt to win and change their focus. "Oh man, I need a church like this", said one inmate. While I was there, the inmates called me Haiti. Lol, Mr. Haiti. One inmate shouted, "Yo, Yo Haiti", how is the jail system there in haiti? lol, wow, I thought to myself; homeboy have jail appetite. Ok let me tell you. Haiti's jail is different, "Word?" says the inmate, in desperate to know. "IF you are on your best behavior, they give you stake and wine on weekend". Word? says inmate. Adding, you pick your own activities and you can go by the swimming pool and the barber as you wish. "I need a jail like this" says the inmate. Lol, trying to hold my laugh, I gently asked him, "when would u like to go?" 'Nah, Nahh bruhh, im good.
When I knew without a doubt I was coming out, I started to give my belongings away. I didn't need the money, the food, the hygiene products, garments and all. I started collecting names and telephone number of inmates' family and friends, any person on the outside they would need me to contact for them. I also made cards with my name and phone number and hand them out to the inmates so they can contact me. When the inmates saw this type of love, some came to total reflection of their lives, some wanted to give their lives to Christ. I became not only a mentor, but a middle man between them and their families. Some were in there because they did not have anyone to bail them out, some bail were as little as $200. I felt the need to help. I collected about thirty something names and numbers to contact when I get out. This white brother who always stays to himself by the window, says to me, "can you call my public defender and tell him to get me out?" 'It wasn't my fault and I didn't know the 20 dollar was fake; adding, I've been here too long"......please tell him to get me out. Now all gangsters saw this wasn't a game and I was getting out, so they had no choice but to jump on this opportunity to give their contact person. My room mate got the most benefits.
As we all chill in front of that television, I heard through the intercom, "Bellanton, Bellanton, pack it up" Oh God....tears started to fall, Oh Lord, How merciful you are. What made me better than the rest of them? Why do I deserve such grace? there are some who's been here for months on a little $300-$400 bail, but you favor me with such a grace? endless tears of joy. I'm happy because I'm about to leave, but I'm sad because the inmates need mentors. Who is going to help them? As I finish cleaning my room, getting all my belongings to leave out of the dome, I noticed all the inmates standing in front of their door, wishing me well, I became weak. I looked on the other side and saw this Spanish brother praying, now I became even weaker. As the guards buzz the gate for me to come out, I couldn't help it, but to stretch my hand over the inmates and prayed a blessing of peace and favor over them.
Thank you Lord, I can't believe I'm actually on the streets. Now I need to make a phone call to get a ride. This homeless man took me to a store, He told the owner, Yo, this my man, hook him up with the phone. I couldn't believe how much juice this homeless man had. This is a perfect reason why we should never look down on anyone. He had favor with the store and God. Maybe he was an angel. Now that I'm out, it's time to get busy to hold up to my promises. I started to call the people on the list. This lady cried, when I called to give her the news from her love one in jail. To me, it was nothing, but to her, it was the world. I jumped to the next and next on list; calling everyone. I called the public defender's office, I spoke to a lawyer called, Rick Sylverman. I informed him that an inmate by the name of........xxx wants him to get him out. Lo and behold, Rick Sylverman told me, OH my God, You will not believe this, I just thought of getting him out, I got his file right here in front of me. He thanked me for the good work, then we hang off. I took the list of names to my church, to the men's morning prayer, unfortunately, I was told, they never prayed for the list. Thank God I made copies.
I thank God for my sister who had opened up her door to me and my family. I stayed with my sister for one month, because I wasn't allow to go home. I guess for investigation purpose, so they say. I thank God for one of my landscape customer who opened her door to my family and myself. During that month, her home was the base where I can meet my family. Ruby, may the Lord increase you.
COURT APPEARANCE
As the first court date appearance drawing near, it does something to your spirit. It kinda drain the mind,body,and soul. I just can't comprehend why some people love the system. Even if you pray, somehow, that pressure caught up with you. I don't wish this on my worst enemy. It's good to see my wife making the effort to go to court with me. We managed to be there on time, the detective was also present. Judge came in, cases read, Judge transferred case to higher court. While waiting for the next appearance date through the mail, while doing a little reading of the word, here comes the small voice. What? what theology school?....Are you mad Lord? while I'm in my brokest time you sending me to school?, not only school, but to make a movie? Lol, "God must be a comedian", I sighted. Well, this is where it confirms the saying, "In weakness, you been made whole". You are no longer living, but Christ living in you.
Wow, it's been a year already since the incident happened. Wow, come to think of it, I could have completed something during that time. FEAR has a way of keeping you down. My advice to anyone who calls themselves a child of God, please try to face your fear. You only have one life to live. It's better you fail while trying, than not to try at all. You will regret it. If you have ministry of any sort to do for God, go on and start. Don't take it to the grave. Pray for your enemies even if you don't feel like it. Once you do it once, you'll get use to it, and once you get use to it, you can now become to live. To those who prays for God's power or blessing, remember there are some rules. Can you imagine a baby with a shot gun? First, you got to have humbleness, u got to have character. And the glory must return back to God. If you have power, and you are using it for destruction, then you are not helping the gospel. The devil don't need help destroying. But if you use that power for the benefit of the gospel, then God will trust you with more power. It's a blessing and opportunity to be rolling with God's grace and power.
As time goes by, Oh boy....it's almost 2 years since the incident. God is good. I go to work everyday, nobody knows what I'm going through. Not even having a lawyer? What? Is God good? Some people thought the case was over. I have two teenage sons with me, I will rather see them going to college first. I thought, "I'm passing through, but they're just coming to the world" I teach my family not to take anything in this world for granted. I teach them not to waste. Wow, God is good. When I look back how I used to waste, how I used to buy $400-$500 suit. Now i see it was all a waste. There are bigger things to do. There are bigger needs in the world. Now I believe i don't have nothing to prove to anyone, my biggest focus is helping the poor and needy.
While chilling with some customer friends, I overheard them collecting money to bail a friend who's been in jail for a few months. Since such friend been in jail, she lost her house, car, belongings and her children. How worst can it get? for a little $1400 she ended up losing all? I was moved with compassion and decided to go visit such friend in jail with my customer friends. When we got there, visitation was over. "Ouuch, what a waste of long distance trip", thought one of the friend. So before we take the long trip back to town, we decided to sit outside to chat. As we remain there, here comes a guard who possibly moved with compassion, came and called us back in. Praise the Lord! we are welcome to see the inmate.
Inmate lady came, she was a very beautiful lady. She started talking to her friends, then I asked to talk to her. I asked her, "Do you like it here"? "Hell No" she replied. "If you were able to be free today or tomorrow, how would u feel, and how would you repay God?" I asked. "I will be a positive person and go to church and serve God", she responded. Congratulations! "you are free by tomorrow evening". I told her. At this moment, all eyes on me. But Bellanton? Bellanton, you don't have your own lawyer, and......? Tears.... you wouldn't understand this thing my dear. I was just bless by others, God have been faithful to me. I live by faith now. "My life has been transformed", I told them. I gave the money, and by tomorrow evening the lady was set free. To God be the glory. I felt good that whole week, God was pleased, the friends were pleased. This is where the word confirms itself...."when I was in jail, did you visit me? Or, when u do good to the least of my little ones, you do it unto me. Let your light shine.
PRE-TRIAL AND PLEA DEAL
Honey, are you still at work? No, I'm on my way home. You got mail, but it's from that place. What place? "The court." Damn, ah shoot, my spirit done mess up. Every time I see that envelop, it kills my spirit. Damn, what kind of non sense is this? they only give me a week notice? I hate going to that place. Damn, the appearance date is near my wedding anniversary, here goes our usual anniversary getaway. "Don't worry about it", says the Mrs., 'just make sure you do something for my birthday." Alright! thank God for an understanding wife.
"What do you think they might offer you?" asked the Mrs. I don't know! maybe some coffee and cookies. "You're never serious; always making fun". shouted the Mrs. Well, as the days are drawing near, the pressure is being applied. We made it to court, I looked around for my lawyer. There she is, Ms. Natalie Stepheson, one of the best lawyer Dekalb County possess. She does everything with a kind heart. In my view, although the court recipients are being viewed as a number, but she handles herself in a special and professional way that you feel at peace. Even if I were to win or lose with her, I'd still believe she did her best and she's a perfect human being. She has a heart to help. God bless you Ms. Natalie Stephenson, may Dekalb County honors you this year and may the love of God continues to follow you. Oh boy, now is the time for the oven heat! "Case number xxx, people Vs Bellanton" shouted the judge. Ouuuch, the heat is on. What a difference is feels from sitting in those rear benches as a spectator vs coming upfront in that inner circle.
Sitting with my lawyer, with my business pad and pen, feeling like a lawyer myself, except I can't open my mouth. Lol, you call that a quiet lawyer. As I watch the two sides telling the judge their versions of my "One" story, a peaceful spirit penetrated me. I was at peace. Oh my God, I can't believe this peace. I watch Mr. prosecutor fixing his eye glasses, then quoting numbers. Lol, was he looking for numbers, or something else? cause his choices of numbers were too high to purchase. Mr. Prosecutor says, "20 years do 10" As I couldn't believe the peace that penetrated me, I was at too much peace that I almost burst out into laughing. I thought to myself, "Would he choose number fast like this if that was his family on the hot seat?" I bet you, he would have shaken the system upside down to liberate his love ones.
Seconds later, the Judge called them to approach the bench, I guess the Judge probably told him it was too high, then he came back offering 5 years. "Say what? 5 years? but 5 years is not 5 days", I thought to myself. At this time, my lawyer telling me to take a few minutes to think about it. There's nothing to think about my dear. Send it back to sender.....NO Deal! At this time, I felt that my lawyer was losing strength. I think she would have rather me taking that five years. My lawyer also told me, 5 years is better than 50 years. I sat there thinking, OH boy, what a system. Is this the way they gamble with innocent people's life? People Vs Bellanton? who are those people? I never knew them. If that's all they can offer, I'd rather go for that 50 years, and in doing so, I'd find out if there's a God who can deliver. I started to think of my life, my past experiences with God, my past deliverance, I had no worries to proceed to trial. I know without a doubt, I'm not gonna do no 50 years. Wow, God would probably burn the whole city down.
I started to think of how God moved in court one time on my behalf. If you must know, I'll tell you. Ok, this guy was suing me, he lied and lied and lied. He was my worst enemy. He hated my guts. I didn't want to settle with him, so Mr. Judge gave a trial date. As I was fasting and thinking what I'm going to do to him inside the court on that trial date, it was already happening to him before the trial. In those days, my assistant pastor worked with me, he kept on telling me, give him what he wants? No! I won't. The guy is a total liar, I won't back down. Anyway, on the trial day, he went first, he spoke all the lies in the world. When it was my turn to speak, I looked at Mr. Judge, and say, "Mr. Judge, I'm not here to waste your time", 'but before I start, I'd like to plant this in his head" I turned around, pointing my finger at him, and said, Isiah 54:17 No weapon form against me shall prosper, and every tongues that rises against me in judgement I shall condemn. As I was repeating that verse, I watch Mr. Judge eyes became so big, and his hands pressing against the desk, Mr. Judge feet were on the table pushing the table with total fear. As for me, I got scared also, because inside of me came a big voice like many waters. The funny part is, that mountain voice remain loud, and I had no control of it. Lol, Judge scare, I'm scare, the clerk ladies with the type writer scared. And there was a big silence. I was afraid, cause I felt I was floating on the air, instead of my feet touching the floor. Damn, why didn't God gives me a heads up on what was gonna take place?
Lol, Mr. Judge decide he doesn't want to be part of this judgement anymore, and asked If we can handle it ourselves, and come to a settlement. Instantly, I felt the need the forgive the man, I beg the judge to give him whatever he desires. I saw he was gonna die. He will die if I don't forgive him. I'm begging judge to give him what he wants, or else the Lord will kill him. I had to forgive him. Mr. Judge listened wisely, I agree to give him what he wanted. The man wanted my new lawnmower, tiller, etc. The man beg me to hit him on his back 3 times. I didn't want to do it, but since was feeling bad, and kept on begging me to do it, I tap him on his shoulder 3 times. then he started to explain to me, all that was happening to him. How his life was bound up, How people didn't want him around, How His tools/equipment catching on fire at the job site. The same evening, after court, the man had to come load up the equipment at my house. I helped him load up, soon he left, not even 2 minutes, here comes someone who have a better mower for me. I was told, while he was working with the equipments he got from me, they blew up on fire.
So, after an experience like this, do you think I would be afraid of the system? I got major work to do for God, and this is my season. I'm also planning to put all my life's testimonies here on this page. look for them in the near future. So I would ask all demons to think twice. And beside, I didn't put me on this world. He who got control of it is able to deliver me. I was giving life, not taking away. I did more good than evil. Had it not been for the love of God, me and the system wouldn't be here. So I'm at peace. You can put me in a physical prison, but you can not prison my mind, spirit and my faith.
After God delivers me from this war, I promised Him, I will do ministry for him. I will be going to 3rd world countries, helping the poor and needy. but first, I want HIM to show me His might, by helping me be debt free. I plan to pay off all of my debtors in 1-2 years. I will first minister to my people in Haiti, then travel to other nations, as the Lord instruct. So get ready Haiti and other nations. I also plan to have a thanksgiving party. This is not your ordinary thanksgiving in November eating turkey. This will be a special get together, with some believers, even those who don't know Christ; to come and help me worship and give thanks to God for a second chance in life.
The menu for now is coffee or tea with bread or crackers. To those who think they're coming for steak, filet, red snapper with garlic sauce, strawberry cupcake a la mode, oxtail, goat head soup and all, I got news for you. If you send some cash, the menu might change a little, but for now, keep in mind as to what you'll expect. This is old school/time religion after fasting. Note: Don't come to be a spectator, please come with a willing heart to give thanks. I was told by my Pastor that this event is not for any and everyone, and I had to invite whom I want, and such event to be hosted at my house. I will respect my Pastor's instruction and leave it up to you. If you would like to come, please, do send me an email, or call, letting me know you would like to participate. It will be a special day, come with great expectation from God.
Plea Deal and Pre-Trial #2
What kind of spirit is behind this mail? Every time this court notice letter comes in the mail, it kills my spirit. Wasn't it just last month I was in court? This court feeling is like the devil waiting for you after the great revival. You are ok until you receive the appearance notice, lol.
As I have a good week to play before court, I went to a customer to pick up a check for a completed job. Ding Dong... (ringing the bell) Ding Dong, "Hey Bellanton," greeted Mrs. M. How are you? "Have you heard from the courts yet?" asked Mrs. M. "No, I haven't" It's not fair, it's not fair, started groaning Mrs. M. "You don't deserve this', you're a good person', you don't bother nobody" Mrs. M. started to cry. At this time, I don't know what to do. I gave Mrs. "M" a hug, and told her everything will be ok. As Mrs. M. was still shedding tears, she said, " I just prayed for you" Hahaha lol, I had to let it out. I couldn't hold the laugh. I laughed because I thought to myself, she doesn't know how to pray, and she's not a christian. That was my biggest mistake. "What did you pray about?" I asked curiously....."Uhh, uh, I asked Him to deliver you", replied Mrs. M. Oh boy, that word deliver went through my heart like a knife. I was looking at the outer appearance, while God looks at the heart. I hope God honors your request Mrs. M.
"Bellanton", wait, shouted Mrs. "M". Listen, I got $??,000,00 from my ??, I will give it to you, and you get yourself a good lawyer; come in 2-3 days and pick it up. This was like knife #2. Thank you for the offer Mrs. M, but I would never have a heart to take this kind of amount from you, besides, I've saved a little something. "What the heck are you talking about?", commanded Mrs. M. with a heavy mad tone in her voice. Are you stupid? adding, do you think I do this for other people? I do for you cause I care, you're a good person. "Well, like I said, I can't take that whole amount". At this time Mrs. "M" lost her temper, and curse me for not taking the money, and asked for me to leave her house. She also threat for me to never work for her anymore. "OK, I understand", as I attempt to leave her premises, opening the car to leave, and as she knew in her heart she would never see me again, she repented. "Bellanton I'm just trying to help you", says Mrs. M. I'll let you take whatever you want to take, but get yourself a lawyer. At this time, that sounded much better to me. I wouldn't feel like I'm taking her kindness for granted. I decided to take a small icing from the cake (money). Very small, along with my own savings.
September/October 2015
God gave me favor with a local lawyer, Mr. Sheppard, who decided to take $?,000.00 for the trial. Half now, and half later. Wow, did I think wrong? it's been 2 years without a lawyer, I thought since everything is almost over, retainer fee would probably be in the hundreds or early thousands. I guess not. at this moment, I envisioned being a lawyer. Ok, deal is set. This Mr. Sheppard is a tall dark and handsome type of guy. like the old school James Brown type of fellow. He got his law degree and his experiences and all, but you do need yourself a strong heart. lol, like he says, he's the lawyer with the degree. I plan to invite him to the party when everything is over.
devil acting up
While we were at a job site working, they stole all my equipment on the trailer. Wow!! who are these professional thieves? how can they jack me up that fast? What a major set back. I called the police to make a report, it seemed like a lifetime before someone came. Nearly an hour later, I saw this patrol car, he made the report and gave me a card. That was a setback specially when replacing equipment wasn't in your budget. Who can stop my flow? I work hard everyday, I make an honest living, what can a little setback do to me?
That's all you have, mr. devil? hahaha, I work for what I want. I work so hard, I even remember when I was graduating college, I was actually in someone's backyard working. The phone rang, and I decided to pick up, come to find out, it was the college asking me, if I'm planning to walk the isle in the cap and gown ceremony. "What ceremony?", I asked lol, the caller broke down into laughing. She was laughing cause I didn't know I was graduating. She advised me to pay the $700 balance before 6:30p.m. and get clearance in order to make it to the ceremony by 7p.m. lol, hahaha, this was a big joke, it was already after 5. right in the middle of lifting tree debris in someone's backyard, I screamed to the workers, stop, stop, everyone stop. I'm graduating and I didn't know. At this time everyone started laughing.
I called my brother in law, since he was the closest around, and I ask him to spread the news. Sorry, I didn't have time to let people know, since I had to travel 45 minutes away to make the payment before they close. Speed limit was 55mph, but I tore that highway pushing a good 95-100 mph. Anyway, I barely made it, I paid the fee, got my clearance, here I go......heading to the cap and gown ceremony. I was happy to see my dad and my brother in law at the ceremony. I wasn't fortunate to get all the roses, candies, and cards, and even signing a few autographs, but I was grateful two people made it, (dad & brother in law). We all had a good laugh. I just hope I'm not working when the jury reach the verdict. "Bellanton" Bellanton' Bellanton", where is he? (chain saw making noise)
PRE-TRIAL & PLEA BARGING #3
December 3, 2015
Today is a beautiful day. Seems like a day to go fishing. I wish I didn't have to go to court today, but I got no choice. Thank God for the Mrs. who always put pressure on me, or reminding me to finish what I'm doing;to get ready for court. I wish I could reset everyone's past, so all could live a peaceful life.
Making it to court, wow, I'm 5 minutes late. That silly parking meter kept on error-reading my card. Now these electronic meters have auto response - messages, so you can put your phone number, and it'll remind you when time is about to be expired. As I rushed inside the court, OH MY GOD! I forgot to shut the phone off. ring, ring, ring, the phone started ringing real loud. I rushed and shut it off fast. I was surprised the judge, nor the officers didn't say anything to me. I was grateful. I never have my phone on ringer or even turned on, when I'm in church or court, so this was very surprising to me.
My Lawyer came a little late, but he made it. He spoke to the state rep., then called me/us outside. I felt sorry for a person who didn't make it on time, and was issued a bench warrant. Life is so short! make the best of it while you can. Merry Christmas to those who celebrate the "BIRTH OF CHRIST." Happy new year to all.
Devil striking again
December 7, 2015
Woke up this morning with a message alerting me to be careful. Well, I didn't make much of this warning, cause I thought I always tried to be careful. Well, it's not so! "Trust no One." A warning is a warning. "Don't take anything for granted." I didn't think a few hours later, such warning would confirm itself.
Here it is, around 12:10 p.m. today, Dec 7, 2015. A loud door knocking or banging. I thought to myself that it could be UPS mail or something. When I looked through the door, a Dekalb County Police Officer in uniform was standing and peeking through the glass. "Wow" "What gives me the honor of an officer today", I questioned myself. I opened the door, and asked Mr. Officer to come in. Then Mr. Officer started asking questions. Officer Rainey, with badge #3247 said, There have been complaints; someone had called stated the people in the house were in danger, (wife/sons) their lives were in danger. Officer Rainey also stated that it was an out-of-state call by a caller named, Gelin. "T. Gelin?" What? Gelin? Isn't that my wife's daughter? The girl on the case? could it be her, or someone else trying to FRAME me? At this time, Officer Rainey asked to talk to my wife who was sleeping. I called my wife, Officer asked my wife and son if they called the police, or spoke with an out-of-state person; both my wife and one son who was there at the time had no idea. At this time, Officer Rainey said, "He's just doing his job".
It was nerve breaking to me, cause it could have been worst. I'm glad my wife and son was home with me. At this time, I told officer Rainey, "This is serious." I took his information, badge number, etc., and called my lawyer immediately to inform him of the incident. I was blessed to talk to my lawyer. He himself believe this is a crime, and he should talk to the officer to get the report/info. I will work with the FBI in helping them with any tangible pieces of information they may need. Information includes/not limited to: time frame or date my phone has been monitored, The text messages that have been saved, The location, and the small handful of potential target. I will also help if "voice recognition is needed." I have found today very disturbing, but I'm happy that God had already warned me. I have made today's recordings available.
12/15/15
just stopped by to tell you a small testimony. It goes a little something like this...
I had a rental truck and chipper, going to do a job. Upon arrival at the job site, the truck and chipper started to slide down the hill. This type of sliding is like when you are sliding on snow. The chipper that supposedly was in the rear; now fold itself with the truck heading down the ditch side by side. Wow, what a scary moment. Down the hill have a lot of trees and a big ditch. There were no other place to go but through the ditch and the trees. immediately, I called, "JESUS" Oh boy, praise the Lord. You wouldn't believe it. The truck and the chipper came to a complete stop, inches before it bang the truck and chipper. There were no damage to the truck, and no damage to the chipper. Now, is that FAVOR?
I was delighted there were no damage, but my spirit hit the floor and there were no more life in it; when I noticed I'm stuck and there's no way I will ever get out. It's gonna take those giant special tow truck to pull them one by one, then again, I'm not sure if there will have a 300 feet cable long enough to reach. Well, we decided to make use of the time, and started to chip at a different position. The day is short, soon it's gonna be dark. I haven't locate those special giant truck to pull us out. I gather my thoughts, I asked God, "Would you favor me this once?" Lord, if you help me, I'll make sure I'll praise your name, I will let people know. All of a sudden, a sweet spirit of strength and motivation penetrated my heart, and we started to disconnect the truck from chipper. I got on the truck, started it, put in gear, oh boy, it started to move. I quickly took it half way up the hill. Now that I'm looking down at the chipper, Oh no, I can't leave it there; it has to be returned also. I kindly ask God, "Would you favor me?" "can I go back for the chipper?" Anyway, I took the risk going back down the hill to go get the chipper. God is good. He made the mud slide behave, we were able to get them up the hill. I'm happy God has done it for me again. I didn't have to pay a dime to anyone. Now I can enjoy Christmas or the birth of Christ. Peace!!!
Pre-Trial/Plea bargain #4
January 7, 2016
I thank God for granting me the opportunity to see this new year 2016. A lot of people didn't make it, therefore, I'm thankful. As usual, this is court date today. I wish this thing was over already. It's been a long stressful journey, but God is faithful.
On the way to court, I had a headache, I felt stressed out and drained. It seems like I'm all alone in a narrow path, but I had to motivate myself. Yes, I had to remind my spirit that God wouldn't put more on me then I can bare. As I got closer to the court steps, a heavy pressure hit my spirit; yes, one that could have knocked me on the concrete floor. Since my help comes from God, I kindly asked Him to strength/help me. God is so merciful....instantly, HE replaced the heavy spirit with His Holy spirit. I was grateful to walk inside the building with my belly on fire. (holy spirit). This is where the word confirms itself (He will help in the time of need.)
As I walked inside the court room, I noticed everyone already in their prospective places. Judge came in, I was 3rd on the attendance list. Judge called my name, I stood up. My lawyer and the state rep spoke to judge; alerting they're ready for show down (trial). I noticed Lawyer and State went to the back room to discuss matters. Lawyer came back, unfortunately, he didn't have any result that would excite me. So I kindly asked him to proceed to trial. This is the point line of no return.
When I think of the goodness of God and all He has done for me, what can man do unto me unless God allows it? My life is not my own, my mind is made up. I'm ready to step in that hot seat, look at the devil face to face, spread my arms toward heaven, haahcha kabbo, and call upon the sacred name(s) of the Lord. I'm willing to give God the little rest of my life. My heart's desire is to name those sacred names, complete the sentences, give them instructions, then see the salvation of the Lord right inside that court room. I also plan on aiming the rocket on a few of my close and far enemies. You live once, and die once. To God be the glory. 20 years prison Vs: taking a risk? Now, you know without a doubt; there's no bluff here. This experience/risk will be dedicated to all people/creation of God. Amen.
January 11, 2016
Just stopped by before I go to work; to remind you not to ever take anything in this world for granted. Nothing is promised. Teach your love ones not to waste; for there are other people in desperate needs. As you walk with God, is there anything you would sacrifice for HIM? If you can't answer this question instantly, then you need to search yourself. All men have a time to live and a time to die. If I'm gonna die anyway, so what's there to be afraid about? As some people are saying I'm crazy, and expecting to see my downfall, Me, on the other hand is waiting to bring fire down from heaven. This is my heart's desire. God has giving me the authority to exercise my heart's desire. I think my heart's desire will be to put my feet on the neck of my enemies. I'm feeling so good, I don't even think I want to wait on the devil. I feel like striking him before the day of court.
Anyway mr. devil and your agents far and near. I DARE you to come. I know you are many, the Lord has reveal to me. I double dare you to enter the court's room on that day. (That's if there's gonna be one). We shall find out if the devil and his host rule the world, Or if Yeshua, Abba father, Christ the Lord is in control. As a matter of fact, let me prophesied to you. Isaiah 54:17 no weapon formed against me shall prosper; and every tongue that rise against me in judgment I shall condemn, sealed by the name of JESUS.
I prophesy to you that you shall fall and no one to help you; and the Lord shall freeze anyone who's able to help you, and shall allow me, and only me to pray you out.
I prophesy to you, in the name of JESUS, starting this first month of January, 2016 even before the month ends, that the Lord will expose you. I prophesied to you that the stone will start talking, sealed by the name of JESUS. If I'm a man of God, I command the four corners of the wind to carry forth the authority that's been vested in me, and not return void. Sealed by the name of the Father, The Son, And the Holy spirit. In Jesus name; for God's glory. Amen.
1/13/16
Today, while I was at work, I heard someone from the county came to subpoena the family for trial. Wow, what a God we serve. I was just comparing the heavy feelings I used to feel when I received a court notice VS now; that court is coming to closure. When I should feel dead, stressed, and heavy burden, God has given me total peace. I'm not trying to brag or boast, but I just want to share with the world that God is still faithful. Throughout the journey God has favored me.
It's not the will of God that HE would kill and destroy the people/nations that HE has created, but sometimes we give HIM no choice. God will kill for HIS little ones. There is no pleasure in pain or suffering. God has already started to strike. Please, I beg you, don't get caught up under the mighty hands of God. You still have time to repent. Don't let the devil trick you. Mr. Pastor, you left your flock and up to no good, you went to train with stronger folks? About the few faithful ones you left behind? They seems like dead flesh to me. hahaha, God has already cracked your head; you and I know it. I've seen it. Even the ones you're training with are coming down.
Family members/Relatives.....Oh God!!! you still have a chance to pray for forgiveness. The Lord has already downsized you. You will be relocated to a different town/location; it appeared like a wooden dried area. When that happen before your very eyes, humble yourself, pray for forgiveness, and wait for God's instructions.
Mrs. Prosecutor or State Rep, I know you're doing your job. You're just doing your job and there's nothing wrong with that. I pray that you will let God direct your path. Don't compete to win; for as you win, another loses. The Lord has work for me to do and I must pass through the giant. This is the season of my prophecy. I pray you will ask God to instruct you, before you present your case. There will be a multitude of uninvited guest in the room, but God has no respecter of persons. Don't let God rid you of your position this year and inflict pains on your family. This thing is bigger than me and you. May God grants you all the wisdom that you will need.
To the Masons, Skull&Bones, AK's, Alpha's, 3 sisters of Egypt, different sonority and all other demonic forces outthere. The choice is yours. You are entitled to the faith of your choice. I'm not mad at you. I believe everyone has a choice to live a good life under the sun, until we become neighbors again six feet under. If I have never been under a fraternal lodge and I know all your different levels of hand shakes, if I know your 3's, if I know all your sublimes, if I know your knocks, your intros, your silent talk, and most of your PASSWORDS, shouldn't that tell you something?...at least to leave me alone? Is not the treasure in plain sight? Your knowledge is for you and your family. The choice is yours. As for me, my choice is finding The maker of the universe;through His son Jesus, or the thousands other names you'd call HIM. I pray you will allow God to guide you. God commands me to go through, so move out the way or face the mighty hands of God in a week or so, in Jesus name...Amen.
1/22/16
Today is a beautiful day, but lots of rain throughout the day. It's one of those days you feel very lazy to do anything. Anyway, I forced myself to go deliver a few loads of firewood. That's called, "Treasures in the trash." Since my family was served by the county last week (subpoena to court/trial), someone from the county was supposed to come pick them up to interview them before trial.
Wow, in just 3 days (Monday morning) I'll be in court for the beginning of trial. They will be selecting the jurors, then prosecutors will open their statements. My lawyer called this morning, wanted to meet with me at 11:00 a.m. Unfortunately, I had prior engagement, (firewood delivery) so we settled for 6p.m. Working through the rain, I managed to make the 6p.m. appointment on time. I sat with my lawyer, Mr. Sheppard, he explained to me the different results that may take place. He also explained that everything may come to a complete ending by Tuesday or Wednesday the 27th of January. As he talked, I listened,..as I listened, I feel like I'm all alone. I feel like I'm all alone cause I don't have the family support, I never told my Mom and Dad about this issue with the court because they're too old to inflict this type of pressure on them. I never instructed my family on how to respond to any type of questions the court may ask. I live and let live, that's my choice. So I fight the pressure by working a lot, and spending time with the word of God.
As I told Mr. Lawyer what's gonna take place, and what's not gonna take place, Mr. lawyer asked, "Why are you quoting scriptures?" I explained to Mr. lawyer that the scriptures is all I have. I'm willing to take the risk with God all the way. I've gone too far to turn back down. At this time, Mr. lawyer asked if I'm crazy. lol, I needed the laugh. Crazy? No sir, I'm not crazy; but I have made up my mind that I'm willing to face anything that comes my way. I'm willing to gamble. My heart desire is to bring fire down in the court and scatter my enemies. If Elijah did it, I too can do it. So I'm willing to take the gamble. No Sir, I'm not crazy, I just don't want to waste my time nor God's time. I take God to His word, it's my choice. If fire doesn't come down and consume my enemies, let this be a witness that I've tried. To my Lawyer, to the Prosecutors, to the Judges, to the State Reps, to Congress, to the President....your attentions should really be directed towards New York; trying to stop the attack/bomb that the enemy is planning on striking. It appears to be in the winter months. Leave me alone, get out my way, I have a multitude of people waiting for me on the mountain top. I'm out.... see you in trial Monday morning. (that's if there's gonna be a trial) Isaiah 54:17 No weapon formed against me shall prosper, and every tongue that rise against me in judgment I shall condemn in Jesus name.
Brake time
take a minute to enjoy this video
Stories are told for different reasons. Some are told for education, hatred, have been a victim, and some are told solely for the benefit of the reader. Everyone in this world has a story to tell, but humility and courage plays a big role in bringing it to past.
Life is good, it's an honor and privilege to live a positive life, but its tragedies have no warning when knocking at your door. Some people measure life by their personal gains/assets, where-as, some measure it by the opportunity to serve. Yes, serving humanity as a whole. Life is a journey and there's nothing bigger or more precious than to serve, to love, to help the less fortunate ones. Like the man said, "if you haven't found anything in life that you will sacrifice or die for, life is not worth living." In a way, that makes a lot of sense. Why try to guard something that you have no control of? Why try to save something that has an expiration date?
My attempting to share this story with you haven't been easy. I've gone through numerous weeks of challenge; debating whether to share this story or not. My biggest worries were about the impact it'll have on family members, business relations, church families, neighbors, friends, etc. Oh well, so much at stake. As time goes by, I started to reflect on my life, asking "who am I"? What is my purpose here on earth? After having read different authors' view on the book entitled "Who Am I"? I perceived that I'm not on this earth forever, and whatever I need to do is now.
To those who have wished me evil...I forgive you. To those who have a judgmental spirit, waiting for my fall, remember it's my story and I have already evaluated all the consequences. To those who would end friendship, refrain from my services, or whatever it may be, it's all good, God will provide. It's my life, and my choice. I pray this little story will help you to evaluate yourself here on earth, before you make your residence in the underworld. May something positive spark your attention for the better in this read.
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This is about an incident that took place on September 2013 where I'm being charged with Aggravated Assault. Aggravated Assault is now the new term for attempted murder. The word tells us to train up a child in a way that he/she should go and when he/she is grown, he/she will not depart from it. Well, that hasn't always been the case. Sometimes a parent can do the best they can for their child, but the outcome of that child may be of the total contrary. Oh well, what can you do? who do you blame? The system? The parents? you still have to show love and guide that child.
It's every parents' wish to see their children prosper in life. Specially parents with foreign background tends to stay behind their children. Here it is, my wife of 21 years of marriage, having successfully strive to give her daughter, (my step-daughter) the perfect life, just to find out it's a challenge after she reaches 30 years old. Some people says, "friends influences friends", well, I'd have to agree to dis-agree. I was a teenager with many friends, but I still had a mind of my own. The question is being asked....what is a home without life? what is life without family? what is family without love?....what is love without God? Once a person have experience God's love, he'll never be the same. Can you love someone you know without a doubt hate you? The answer is "Yes." yes you can, once you've been transformed.
This is about my wife's daughter, (my step-daughter) who's grown, left home a few years ago, cut all communications with her mom, and living her life. As she's living her life, we, the parents continue to keep her in prayers. It so happened, one night after prayer, the Lord revealed her situation to me. Oh no! she's in trouble and she needs help fast. Oh boy, what do I do now? Do I let her die in her situation, or do I help. If I can help complete strangers on the streets, why not help my own wife's daughter;although she doesn't like me. So I decided to tell my wife that her daughter is in trouble, and she needs to reach out to her asap. My wife and my son located her and went to visit her. Lo and behold, she was in trouble. My wife was very upset with her living condition and those she had surrounded herself with, so she encouraged her to come home.
Daughter is now back home, but her belongings were still at her previous dwelling. Daughter made numerous attempt to get her belongings, but it wasn't gonna be easy. Like the saying goes, "You make your bed, you sleep in it". From what I heard, those folks didn't like the idea she was leaving them, so they're holding her belongings hostage. I instructed my wife to take charge, and accompany her daughter to get the belongings, unfortunately, it wasn't easy. I was told that a man and a woman was holding the belongings. I tried my best not to come in the picture, but I couldn't sit there watching the toll it started to take on my wife. As my time to step in the picture closing on me, I started to weight the damages that may take place. Yes, damages, because some thugs have big automatic, some don't have a mind to think, and I'm sure wasn't planning to be the victim. So It appeared to be a crossed line of no-return. God is so good. The week I planned to drive the truck through that front door so daughter can get her belonging, God is good, they had already released the belongings.
Thank God for sparing jail, or grave, or hospital. Now that daughter is home, it doesn't end there. There will be some rules and regulations to follow. I instructed my wife not to go easy on her daughter, but to be on top of her, watching and guiding her every move. I instructed her to NOT give her the car, but she can take her to work. I instructed my wife to stay on top of her daughter, if not, she will lose focus. I also instructed her not to take any forms of payments from her. The plan was for daughter to stay for a month or two at the house, while she continues to work, to purchase her car, then go back to New York; to finish some Nursing courses she started. Like the saying goes, "A Prophet has no honor in his village, home, etc." Some will travel the miles to go hear a word, while another have the word in their own house.
Lost Focus
Daughter is now in a nice clean comfortable home, but too much comfort can destroy her goal, plan and focus. Complete monitoring is a must. It didn't take long before daughter started wasting money in movies, alcohol, drugs (weeds), getting fit products, and getting tattoos. How can she save her money if she's getting tattoos? a cheap tattoo can run you $40-$45. How much tattoo can a person need? She already have a million tattoos between her back, thighs, legs, etc. Have she lost focus? How will she meet her short- term goal in that one-two months? Have she quit her plans? What? Cause when I do the math, a little paycheck from a local fast food restaurant is not much. So it appears that her plans have changed, or saving for that car will take a life time.
The more time goes by, the more she lost focus, the more comfort kicks in. Wife is afraid of her own daughter? Are you kidding me? You carried a child for 9 months, gave her life, now you afraid to confront her? Are you a real Jamaican from Kingston/St. Mary Jamaica? If you can't get your own daughter in check, what do you expect from one who's not even biological father? it's gross just to think about it. Anyway this is a home, and home have rules, and rules are gonna be followed. I figure, if the child needs the help we're providing, she will abide by the house rules. If not, two adults don't live in the same place. In daughter's mind, she figures it's her mom's house, and she have a right to be there. In my view, I figure she has a right to be there, as long she can abide by the rules. Soon daughter noticed I've been instructing her mom concerning her, her horns started to come out. She figures she already put fear in her mom's heart, and I was the only thing in her way; and she had to confront me. One may say, "What a poor excuse for a Mom." Not when I have two young men in the house. That's not gonna happen. My sons need me, and I will do anything to save them from going to the system.
Show down
The bible is so clear, when it says, " my people perish for lack of knowledge". If something matters to you, you will take the time to research it. Lack of knowledge means...you are being a baby for the rest of your life; it means...you can listen to the same old news everyday, and never know the difference; it means, you say, "Jesus, Jesus" but never take the time to research Him, or to know Him for yourself. Lack of knowledge also means "You don't care". Cause if you care, you would read, seek wisdom and understanding.
Anyway, daughter tried to sneak a man in the house. Oh no! that's not gonna happen here. I'm the man of the house, and it's gonna remain as a home. By the time I drag my house coat and slippers to catch that dude, and possibly run a knife through his chest, he was out like a light. Wow, so that means the noise me and my wife heard the week before was sex. Wow! My wife thought she was moving furniture, although it was a steady bang bang bang. I would never think she would sneak a man in less than a week. The difference between the streets and the home, is that the home is safe, and there are rules to abide. Some of the homeless people on the streets have choices to go to a house or shelter, but they don't want to follow the house's rules, so they prefer their liberty on the streets. Wow, you got the nerves to try to bring a man in the dark? Spirit of God is nothing to mess with. Who can hide from God? That night I felt like garbage and betrayed. Garbage, cause step daughter was in my face; and betrayed because my wife went to hide in the closet. She must have thought someone was about to go to the underworld. Later, when I asked my wife, "What where you doing hiding in the closet?" Her response was, "I was praying." Ok, final decision has been made, and we agree that she got to go.
A week later, daughter came from work with that man, sitting in the driveway. Doesn't she have a boyfriend in New York?....and one who had threat to shoot me? why is she with these folks here? Well, we all have big appetite. 2 o'clock in the morning, peaceful time, "Why is the door opening and shut every 2 min", I asked. "Huh, she's charging his phone", says the Mrs. Ok, let me do the math. They live in the same little town and this is time to go to bed, why not go straight home? How much charging does the phone need? Is this that same fellow that been sneaking here? And if he is, he really have some big balls. Could this fellow be the same fellow here in Georgia who had shot numerous bullets at the family truck? Although I was living in New York at that time, I still believe that my wife had the right to let the police know about that incident? That hoodlum shot to kill your own daughter. It's a constant reminder each time I look at the bullet holes in the truck.
Since you hear about murder everyday in the news, one can't be too naive. I don't trust no one, and that's the way it will be. If the person got the nerves to be in your driveway at this time, that explains all. So, I made up my mind to go down to talk to that man in the driveway. Since I don't trust no one, I put my gun in my pocket, to go talk to the man. "No, no, don't go" says the Mrs. "I promise you, I'm only gonna talk to him", I responded. I didn't have no intention of shooting anyone. I went down, I kindly ask the man to come inside the house, so me and my wife can talk to him. I just wanted to tell him the rules we have here in this premises. The man never saw any gun, nor did I have any gangster tone in my voice. Lol, the man thought for a few seconds, "Uh, Uh, ahh, Nah, I'll pass". Seconds later, here comes mad woman. Step daughter said something offensive, that's all she wrote. Shots fired! shots fired! don't ask for details. All details of the incident remains for the court, and for investigation/security purpose. They recorded my version of testimony on tape anyway.
JAIL TIME
Wow, it's like a dream come true. The gifts of the spirit are cool, but its not easy. No wonder why they say, "This gospel thing is not easy". Well, let me re-phrase that. Let me say, "This personal relationship with God". Wasn't it just two weeks ago that the Lord showed me in a dream; where I was distressed and running through the wilderness? I had shared that vision with my wife. Anyway, after the shooting incident, all I could hear is my wife's voice calling, "Jesus," Jesus' Jesus". The more she called Jesus, the more I felt like I had no more life in me. "What am I gonna do now?" I paused. I ran inside the house, standing at the door and called out, "It's all your fault" It's all your fault. Knowing in a matter of minutes, police will invade the property, I had to leave fast.
I picked up one of the cars, out I go, vroomm vroomm. I jumped on I-20 a nearby interstate. Passing a few exits, "Hey where are you going?" asked the spirit. Am I gonna be a fugitive? run the states? I came to realize that I had to face my fear. If there ever was a time of need, this was it. I felt the need for prayers so bad. My heart and my head felt like there were blowing in pieces, and there were no more life in them. I made up my mind to return. I left the interstate, return back to town, and I went to a local pastor friend to pray for me and for guidance. The minute she opened the door, she knew something was wrong. I told her what just happened, she collapse. with no hesitation, she prayed right there for me, then advice me to turn-in myself. She drove me to the police/jail to turn myself in, upon arrival, we spoke to a heavy set lady called Mrs. Jordan Or Orange, something pertaining to that sound, I don't remember. Anyway, that Mrs. Jordan or Orange didn't see my name in the system. " Lady, I have a warrant after my arrest," I said. "Young man, you are not in the system" replied Mrs. Jordan or Orange. At this time, the Pastor friend advice me to take the day off to try to figure out who's gonna bail me out, and who's to call, etc. She also advice me to get counsel. She took me to see a lawyer, but Mr. Lawyer man was too expensive. I gave her and a nearby landscape customer friend a list of names and number. Who got $50,000.00 for bail. So I had to pick my list of name wisely. I even included the name of a girl friend I was living with in New York. Lol, this New York girlfriend is a joke. In such a time of emergency, all she wanted to know is......"do you love me?" do you love me?, "do you want me to book a flight to come down to GA?" Lol, this was a good laughter in the time of sorrow. Lol, can you Imagine a fugitive on the run chilling with his concubine? let's say while she came down to show support, then the FBI roll up on the love birds? Lol, Oh God. All jokes aside, but she meant good. She even sent some money to help with the bail.
Tomorrow came, I turned myself in. I guess my name was already pop up in the system, so they processed me, took my model pictures, and put me in the waiting room. Boy, it was a Friday night, and the jail was busy. Wow, I swear to you. Every five minutes a new client comes in. I never seen anything like this. It reminded me on the Casino's floor on weekend; where the place is packed like sardine. It's like a business, and business was booming. The sad part about it, a lot of those people were youngsters. let's say between the age of 17 to 30. A lot of these kids are already part of the system and they don't even care about their lives. I grieved a lot when I see them coming in. I'm thinking, I need to be there for my two teen-age sons living with me. I don't want them to be sold to the system. A lot of those kids were charged with "Theft-by-taken" that means, they have played a part in a reported stolen product, Or they bought an item that was stolen. My advice to you is...... Stay behind your kids. Don't let them buy or borrow anything electronic from friends or strangers. I tried to counsel as many who would want my advice.
Still in the waiting room, processing is slow, and the clients are coming like a flood. Being so uncomfortable, grieving, thinking of my life and my love ones, then here comes an inspiration kicking in my spirit to pray for a Pastor at the church. What? Are you kidding me? Is this God or what? the more I hesitate, the more that pressure to pray for such individual getting stronger. This was so weird I thought to myself. If anyone needs prayer, it would be me. Anyway, I humbled myself and followed instruction. I prayed, and prayed and prayed for the church and that male Pastor. A few days later, I come to find out, the same pastor God had me to pray for, was the same pastor who fought his church board to help with some bail money. God also showed me they were some jealousy because the church helped out a non-member. God does what He pleases! You be faithful in all you do, don't look for position or title, maybe you might experience the power of God.
A few days passed, in a corner mentoring those who needed some words of encouragement, all of a sudden, "Bellanton", shouted the officer. "You have a visitation". All burdens dropped instantly. I was happy to see my wife. She came visit me, she looked so beautiful that day. She informed me of how much money she already collected, she informed me that the church was praying, my landscape customers collecting money, friends and relative donations, My sister, etc. Boy, I was happy. It's like a new birth of strength just penetrated me. Now I can live. My Pastor friend also came visit and left money, My sister came visit, boy I was relief. My sister didn't have much, but she sacrificed her little funds in helping with bail. May God bless u. I thank God for everyone who played a roll in helping my bail out. Not to forget a dear friend/landscape customer called Ruby who was the backbone in helping.
Walking back to my cell, I'm the man now. Can't nobody talk to me. I just find out my wife still love me, I'm the man! now I can live. If I can live, then I can do God's work; by helping another inmate. Soon I got to the dome, a gangster inmate came to me, "Hey Bruhh!' You ain't hurr fo long", he said "How do you know all that?" I asked. "God man" Guddd, God bruhh" he replied while walking away. I was paused to say, look at God! Even in jail he reveals to a gangster inmate concerning his servant. I smiled at gangster inmate, and said to myself......"you have good eyes bro".
As I continued to mentor the inmates. Some inmates became good friends, but some wanted to test me. Can you imagine even in jail, some people will never change? Days passing by, I spoke to my wife, and she informed me that the money was almost there, and I should be out soon. OH God, Lord I thank you. God is faithful, so i must be faithful to Him. I started to mentor the inmates more with a passion. I let them know my church was bailing me out. I gave the church the credit, just for the gospel sake, an attempt to win and change their focus. "Oh man, I need a church like this", said one inmate. While I was there, the inmates called me Haiti. Lol, Mr. Haiti. One inmate shouted, "Yo, Yo Haiti", how is the jail system there in haiti? lol, wow, I thought to myself; homeboy have jail appetite. Ok let me tell you. Haiti's jail is different, "Word?" says the inmate, in desperate to know. "IF you are on your best behavior, they give you stake and wine on weekend". Word? says inmate. Adding, you pick your own activities and you can go by the swimming pool and the barber as you wish. "I need a jail like this" says the inmate. Lol, trying to hold my laugh, I gently asked him, "when would u like to go?" 'Nah, Nahh bruhh, im good.
When I knew without a doubt I was coming out, I started to give my belongings away. I didn't need the money, the food, the hygiene products, garments and all. I started collecting names and telephone number of inmates' family and friends, any person on the outside they would need me to contact for them. I also made cards with my name and phone number and hand them out to the inmates so they can contact me. When the inmates saw this type of love, some came to total reflection of their lives, some wanted to give their lives to Christ. I became not only a mentor, but a middle man between them and their families. Some were in there because they did not have anyone to bail them out, some bail were as little as $200. I felt the need to help. I collected about thirty something names and numbers to contact when I get out. This white brother who always stays to himself by the window, says to me, "can you call my public defender and tell him to get me out?" 'It wasn't my fault and I didn't know the 20 dollar was fake; adding, I've been here too long"......please tell him to get me out. Now all gangsters saw this wasn't a game and I was getting out, so they had no choice but to jump on this opportunity to give their contact person. My room mate got the most benefits.
As we all chill in front of that television, I heard through the intercom, "Bellanton, Bellanton, pack it up" Oh God....tears started to fall, Oh Lord, How merciful you are. What made me better than the rest of them? Why do I deserve such grace? there are some who's been here for months on a little $300-$400 bail, but you favor me with such a grace? endless tears of joy. I'm happy because I'm about to leave, but I'm sad because the inmates need mentors. Who is going to help them? As I finish cleaning my room, getting all my belongings to leave out of the dome, I noticed all the inmates standing in front of their door, wishing me well, I became weak. I looked on the other side and saw this Spanish brother praying, now I became even weaker. As the guards buzz the gate for me to come out, I couldn't help it, but to stretch my hand over the inmates and prayed a blessing of peace and favor over them.
Thank you Lord, I can't believe I'm actually on the streets. Now I need to make a phone call to get a ride. This homeless man took me to a store, He told the owner, Yo, this my man, hook him up with the phone. I couldn't believe how much juice this homeless man had. This is a perfect reason why we should never look down on anyone. He had favor with the store and God. Maybe he was an angel. Now that I'm out, it's time to get busy to hold up to my promises. I started to call the people on the list. This lady cried, when I called to give her the news from her love one in jail. To me, it was nothing, but to her, it was the world. I jumped to the next and next on list; calling everyone. I called the public defender's office, I spoke to a lawyer called, Rick Sylverman. I informed him that an inmate by the name of........xxx wants him to get him out. Lo and behold, Rick Sylverman told me, OH my God, You will not believe this, I just thought of getting him out, I got his file right here in front of me. He thanked me for the good work, then we hang off. I took the list of names to my church, to the men's morning prayer, unfortunately, I was told, they never prayed for the list. Thank God I made copies.
I thank God for my sister who had opened up her door to me and my family. I stayed with my sister for one month, because I wasn't allow to go home. I guess for investigation purpose, so they say. I thank God for one of my landscape customer who opened her door to my family and myself. During that month, her home was the base where I can meet my family. Ruby, may the Lord increase you.
COURT APPEARANCE
As the first court date appearance drawing near, it does something to your spirit. It kinda drain the mind,body,and soul. I just can't comprehend why some people love the system. Even if you pray, somehow, that pressure caught up with you. I don't wish this on my worst enemy. It's good to see my wife making the effort to go to court with me. We managed to be there on time, the detective was also present. Judge came in, cases read, Judge transferred case to higher court. While waiting for the next appearance date through the mail, while doing a little reading of the word, here comes the small voice. What? what theology school?....Are you mad Lord? while I'm in my brokest time you sending me to school?, not only school, but to make a movie? Lol, "God must be a comedian", I sighted. Well, this is where it confirms the saying, "In weakness, you been made whole". You are no longer living, but Christ living in you.
Wow, it's been a year already since the incident happened. Wow, come to think of it, I could have completed something during that time. FEAR has a way of keeping you down. My advice to anyone who calls themselves a child of God, please try to face your fear. You only have one life to live. It's better you fail while trying, than not to try at all. You will regret it. If you have ministry of any sort to do for God, go on and start. Don't take it to the grave. Pray for your enemies even if you don't feel like it. Once you do it once, you'll get use to it, and once you get use to it, you can now become to live. To those who prays for God's power or blessing, remember there are some rules. Can you imagine a baby with a shot gun? First, you got to have humbleness, u got to have character. And the glory must return back to God. If you have power, and you are using it for destruction, then you are not helping the gospel. The devil don't need help destroying. But if you use that power for the benefit of the gospel, then God will trust you with more power. It's a blessing and opportunity to be rolling with God's grace and power.
As time goes by, Oh boy....it's almost 2 years since the incident. God is good. I go to work everyday, nobody knows what I'm going through. Not even having a lawyer? What? Is God good? Some people thought the case was over. I have two teenage sons with me, I will rather see them going to college first. I thought, "I'm passing through, but they're just coming to the world" I teach my family not to take anything in this world for granted. I teach them not to waste. Wow, God is good. When I look back how I used to waste, how I used to buy $400-$500 suit. Now i see it was all a waste. There are bigger things to do. There are bigger needs in the world. Now I believe i don't have nothing to prove to anyone, my biggest focus is helping the poor and needy.
While chilling with some customer friends, I overheard them collecting money to bail a friend who's been in jail for a few months. Since such friend been in jail, she lost her house, car, belongings and her children. How worst can it get? for a little $1400 she ended up losing all? I was moved with compassion and decided to go visit such friend in jail with my customer friends. When we got there, visitation was over. "Ouuch, what a waste of long distance trip", thought one of the friend. So before we take the long trip back to town, we decided to sit outside to chat. As we remain there, here comes a guard who possibly moved with compassion, came and called us back in. Praise the Lord! we are welcome to see the inmate.
Inmate lady came, she was a very beautiful lady. She started talking to her friends, then I asked to talk to her. I asked her, "Do you like it here"? "Hell No" she replied. "If you were able to be free today or tomorrow, how would u feel, and how would you repay God?" I asked. "I will be a positive person and go to church and serve God", she responded. Congratulations! "you are free by tomorrow evening". I told her. At this moment, all eyes on me. But Bellanton? Bellanton, you don't have your own lawyer, and......? Tears.... you wouldn't understand this thing my dear. I was just bless by others, God have been faithful to me. I live by faith now. "My life has been transformed", I told them. I gave the money, and by tomorrow evening the lady was set free. To God be the glory. I felt good that whole week, God was pleased, the friends were pleased. This is where the word confirms itself...."when I was in jail, did you visit me? Or, when u do good to the least of my little ones, you do it unto me. Let your light shine.
PRE-TRIAL AND PLEA DEAL
Honey, are you still at work? No, I'm on my way home. You got mail, but it's from that place. What place? "The court." Damn, ah shoot, my spirit done mess up. Every time I see that envelop, it kills my spirit. Damn, what kind of non sense is this? they only give me a week notice? I hate going to that place. Damn, the appearance date is near my wedding anniversary, here goes our usual anniversary getaway. "Don't worry about it", says the Mrs., 'just make sure you do something for my birthday." Alright! thank God for an understanding wife.
"What do you think they might offer you?" asked the Mrs. I don't know! maybe some coffee and cookies. "You're never serious; always making fun". shouted the Mrs. Well, as the days are drawing near, the pressure is being applied. We made it to court, I looked around for my lawyer. There she is, Ms. Natalie Stepheson, one of the best lawyer Dekalb County possess. She does everything with a kind heart. In my view, although the court recipients are being viewed as a number, but she handles herself in a special and professional way that you feel at peace. Even if I were to win or lose with her, I'd still believe she did her best and she's a perfect human being. She has a heart to help. God bless you Ms. Natalie Stephenson, may Dekalb County honors you this year and may the love of God continues to follow you. Oh boy, now is the time for the oven heat! "Case number xxx, people Vs Bellanton" shouted the judge. Ouuuch, the heat is on. What a difference is feels from sitting in those rear benches as a spectator vs coming upfront in that inner circle.
Sitting with my lawyer, with my business pad and pen, feeling like a lawyer myself, except I can't open my mouth. Lol, you call that a quiet lawyer. As I watch the two sides telling the judge their versions of my "One" story, a peaceful spirit penetrated me. I was at peace. Oh my God, I can't believe this peace. I watch Mr. prosecutor fixing his eye glasses, then quoting numbers. Lol, was he looking for numbers, or something else? cause his choices of numbers were too high to purchase. Mr. Prosecutor says, "20 years do 10" As I couldn't believe the peace that penetrated me, I was at too much peace that I almost burst out into laughing. I thought to myself, "Would he choose number fast like this if that was his family on the hot seat?" I bet you, he would have shaken the system upside down to liberate his love ones.
Seconds later, the Judge called them to approach the bench, I guess the Judge probably told him it was too high, then he came back offering 5 years. "Say what? 5 years? but 5 years is not 5 days", I thought to myself. At this time, my lawyer telling me to take a few minutes to think about it. There's nothing to think about my dear. Send it back to sender.....NO Deal! At this time, I felt that my lawyer was losing strength. I think she would have rather me taking that five years. My lawyer also told me, 5 years is better than 50 years. I sat there thinking, OH boy, what a system. Is this the way they gamble with innocent people's life? People Vs Bellanton? who are those people? I never knew them. If that's all they can offer, I'd rather go for that 50 years, and in doing so, I'd find out if there's a God who can deliver. I started to think of my life, my past experiences with God, my past deliverance, I had no worries to proceed to trial. I know without a doubt, I'm not gonna do no 50 years. Wow, God would probably burn the whole city down.
I started to think of how God moved in court one time on my behalf. If you must know, I'll tell you. Ok, this guy was suing me, he lied and lied and lied. He was my worst enemy. He hated my guts. I didn't want to settle with him, so Mr. Judge gave a trial date. As I was fasting and thinking what I'm going to do to him inside the court on that trial date, it was already happening to him before the trial. In those days, my assistant pastor worked with me, he kept on telling me, give him what he wants? No! I won't. The guy is a total liar, I won't back down. Anyway, on the trial day, he went first, he spoke all the lies in the world. When it was my turn to speak, I looked at Mr. Judge, and say, "Mr. Judge, I'm not here to waste your time", 'but before I start, I'd like to plant this in his head" I turned around, pointing my finger at him, and said, Isiah 54:17 No weapon form against me shall prosper, and every tongues that rises against me in judgement I shall condemn. As I was repeating that verse, I watch Mr. Judge eyes became so big, and his hands pressing against the desk, Mr. Judge feet were on the table pushing the table with total fear. As for me, I got scared also, because inside of me came a big voice like many waters. The funny part is, that mountain voice remain loud, and I had no control of it. Lol, Judge scare, I'm scare, the clerk ladies with the type writer scared. And there was a big silence. I was afraid, cause I felt I was floating on the air, instead of my feet touching the floor. Damn, why didn't God gives me a heads up on what was gonna take place?
Lol, Mr. Judge decide he doesn't want to be part of this judgement anymore, and asked If we can handle it ourselves, and come to a settlement. Instantly, I felt the need the forgive the man, I beg the judge to give him whatever he desires. I saw he was gonna die. He will die if I don't forgive him. I'm begging judge to give him what he wants, or else the Lord will kill him. I had to forgive him. Mr. Judge listened wisely, I agree to give him what he wanted. The man wanted my new lawnmower, tiller, etc. The man beg me to hit him on his back 3 times. I didn't want to do it, but since was feeling bad, and kept on begging me to do it, I tap him on his shoulder 3 times. then he started to explain to me, all that was happening to him. How his life was bound up, How people didn't want him around, How His tools/equipment catching on fire at the job site. The same evening, after court, the man had to come load up the equipment at my house. I helped him load up, soon he left, not even 2 minutes, here comes someone who have a better mower for me. I was told, while he was working with the equipments he got from me, they blew up on fire.
So, after an experience like this, do you think I would be afraid of the system? I got major work to do for God, and this is my season. I'm also planning to put all my life's testimonies here on this page. look for them in the near future. So I would ask all demons to think twice. And beside, I didn't put me on this world. He who got control of it is able to deliver me. I was giving life, not taking away. I did more good than evil. Had it not been for the love of God, me and the system wouldn't be here. So I'm at peace. You can put me in a physical prison, but you can not prison my mind, spirit and my faith.
After God delivers me from this war, I promised Him, I will do ministry for him. I will be going to 3rd world countries, helping the poor and needy. but first, I want HIM to show me His might, by helping me be debt free. I plan to pay off all of my debtors in 1-2 years. I will first minister to my people in Haiti, then travel to other nations, as the Lord instruct. So get ready Haiti and other nations. I also plan to have a thanksgiving party. This is not your ordinary thanksgiving in November eating turkey. This will be a special get together, with some believers, even those who don't know Christ; to come and help me worship and give thanks to God for a second chance in life.
The menu for now is coffee or tea with bread or crackers. To those who think they're coming for steak, filet, red snapper with garlic sauce, strawberry cupcake a la mode, oxtail, goat head soup and all, I got news for you. If you send some cash, the menu might change a little, but for now, keep in mind as to what you'll expect. This is old school/time religion after fasting. Note: Don't come to be a spectator, please come with a willing heart to give thanks. I was told by my Pastor that this event is not for any and everyone, and I had to invite whom I want, and such event to be hosted at my house. I will respect my Pastor's instruction and leave it up to you. If you would like to come, please, do send me an email, or call, letting me know you would like to participate. It will be a special day, come with great expectation from God.
Plea Deal and Pre-Trial #2
What kind of spirit is behind this mail? Every time this court notice letter comes in the mail, it kills my spirit. Wasn't it just last month I was in court? This court feeling is like the devil waiting for you after the great revival. You are ok until you receive the appearance notice, lol.
As I have a good week to play before court, I went to a customer to pick up a check for a completed job. Ding Dong... (ringing the bell) Ding Dong, "Hey Bellanton," greeted Mrs. M. How are you? "Have you heard from the courts yet?" asked Mrs. M. "No, I haven't" It's not fair, it's not fair, started groaning Mrs. M. "You don't deserve this', you're a good person', you don't bother nobody" Mrs. M. started to cry. At this time, I don't know what to do. I gave Mrs. "M" a hug, and told her everything will be ok. As Mrs. M. was still shedding tears, she said, " I just prayed for you" Hahaha lol, I had to let it out. I couldn't hold the laugh. I laughed because I thought to myself, she doesn't know how to pray, and she's not a christian. That was my biggest mistake. "What did you pray about?" I asked curiously....."Uhh, uh, I asked Him to deliver you", replied Mrs. M. Oh boy, that word deliver went through my heart like a knife. I was looking at the outer appearance, while God looks at the heart. I hope God honors your request Mrs. M.
"Bellanton", wait, shouted Mrs. "M". Listen, I got $??,000,00 from my ??, I will give it to you, and you get yourself a good lawyer; come in 2-3 days and pick it up. This was like knife #2. Thank you for the offer Mrs. M, but I would never have a heart to take this kind of amount from you, besides, I've saved a little something. "What the heck are you talking about?", commanded Mrs. M. with a heavy mad tone in her voice. Are you stupid? adding, do you think I do this for other people? I do for you cause I care, you're a good person. "Well, like I said, I can't take that whole amount". At this time Mrs. "M" lost her temper, and curse me for not taking the money, and asked for me to leave her house. She also threat for me to never work for her anymore. "OK, I understand", as I attempt to leave her premises, opening the car to leave, and as she knew in her heart she would never see me again, she repented. "Bellanton I'm just trying to help you", says Mrs. M. I'll let you take whatever you want to take, but get yourself a lawyer. At this time, that sounded much better to me. I wouldn't feel like I'm taking her kindness for granted. I decided to take a small icing from the cake (money). Very small, along with my own savings.
September/October 2015
God gave me favor with a local lawyer, Mr. Sheppard, who decided to take $?,000.00 for the trial. Half now, and half later. Wow, did I think wrong? it's been 2 years without a lawyer, I thought since everything is almost over, retainer fee would probably be in the hundreds or early thousands. I guess not. at this moment, I envisioned being a lawyer. Ok, deal is set. This Mr. Sheppard is a tall dark and handsome type of guy. like the old school James Brown type of fellow. He got his law degree and his experiences and all, but you do need yourself a strong heart. lol, like he says, he's the lawyer with the degree. I plan to invite him to the party when everything is over.
devil acting up
While we were at a job site working, they stole all my equipment on the trailer. Wow!! who are these professional thieves? how can they jack me up that fast? What a major set back. I called the police to make a report, it seemed like a lifetime before someone came. Nearly an hour later, I saw this patrol car, he made the report and gave me a card. That was a setback specially when replacing equipment wasn't in your budget. Who can stop my flow? I work hard everyday, I make an honest living, what can a little setback do to me?
That's all you have, mr. devil? hahaha, I work for what I want. I work so hard, I even remember when I was graduating college, I was actually in someone's backyard working. The phone rang, and I decided to pick up, come to find out, it was the college asking me, if I'm planning to walk the isle in the cap and gown ceremony. "What ceremony?", I asked lol, the caller broke down into laughing. She was laughing cause I didn't know I was graduating. She advised me to pay the $700 balance before 6:30p.m. and get clearance in order to make it to the ceremony by 7p.m. lol, hahaha, this was a big joke, it was already after 5. right in the middle of lifting tree debris in someone's backyard, I screamed to the workers, stop, stop, everyone stop. I'm graduating and I didn't know. At this time everyone started laughing.
I called my brother in law, since he was the closest around, and I ask him to spread the news. Sorry, I didn't have time to let people know, since I had to travel 45 minutes away to make the payment before they close. Speed limit was 55mph, but I tore that highway pushing a good 95-100 mph. Anyway, I barely made it, I paid the fee, got my clearance, here I go......heading to the cap and gown ceremony. I was happy to see my dad and my brother in law at the ceremony. I wasn't fortunate to get all the roses, candies, and cards, and even signing a few autographs, but I was grateful two people made it, (dad & brother in law). We all had a good laugh. I just hope I'm not working when the jury reach the verdict. "Bellanton" Bellanton' Bellanton", where is he? (chain saw making noise)
PRE-TRIAL & PLEA BARGING #3
December 3, 2015
Today is a beautiful day. Seems like a day to go fishing. I wish I didn't have to go to court today, but I got no choice. Thank God for the Mrs. who always put pressure on me, or reminding me to finish what I'm doing;to get ready for court. I wish I could reset everyone's past, so all could live a peaceful life.
Making it to court, wow, I'm 5 minutes late. That silly parking meter kept on error-reading my card. Now these electronic meters have auto response - messages, so you can put your phone number, and it'll remind you when time is about to be expired. As I rushed inside the court, OH MY GOD! I forgot to shut the phone off. ring, ring, ring, the phone started ringing real loud. I rushed and shut it off fast. I was surprised the judge, nor the officers didn't say anything to me. I was grateful. I never have my phone on ringer or even turned on, when I'm in church or court, so this was very surprising to me.
My Lawyer came a little late, but he made it. He spoke to the state rep., then called me/us outside. I felt sorry for a person who didn't make it on time, and was issued a bench warrant. Life is so short! make the best of it while you can. Merry Christmas to those who celebrate the "BIRTH OF CHRIST." Happy new year to all.
Devil striking again
December 7, 2015
Woke up this morning with a message alerting me to be careful. Well, I didn't make much of this warning, cause I thought I always tried to be careful. Well, it's not so! "Trust no One." A warning is a warning. "Don't take anything for granted." I didn't think a few hours later, such warning would confirm itself.
Here it is, around 12:10 p.m. today, Dec 7, 2015. A loud door knocking or banging. I thought to myself that it could be UPS mail or something. When I looked through the door, a Dekalb County Police Officer in uniform was standing and peeking through the glass. "Wow" "What gives me the honor of an officer today", I questioned myself. I opened the door, and asked Mr. Officer to come in. Then Mr. Officer started asking questions. Officer Rainey, with badge #3247 said, There have been complaints; someone had called stated the people in the house were in danger, (wife/sons) their lives were in danger. Officer Rainey also stated that it was an out-of-state call by a caller named, Gelin. "T. Gelin?" What? Gelin? Isn't that my wife's daughter? The girl on the case? could it be her, or someone else trying to FRAME me? At this time, Officer Rainey asked to talk to my wife who was sleeping. I called my wife, Officer asked my wife and son if they called the police, or spoke with an out-of-state person; both my wife and one son who was there at the time had no idea. At this time, Officer Rainey said, "He's just doing his job".
It was nerve breaking to me, cause it could have been worst. I'm glad my wife and son was home with me. At this time, I told officer Rainey, "This is serious." I took his information, badge number, etc., and called my lawyer immediately to inform him of the incident. I was blessed to talk to my lawyer. He himself believe this is a crime, and he should talk to the officer to get the report/info. I will work with the FBI in helping them with any tangible pieces of information they may need. Information includes/not limited to: time frame or date my phone has been monitored, The text messages that have been saved, The location, and the small handful of potential target. I will also help if "voice recognition is needed." I have found today very disturbing, but I'm happy that God had already warned me. I have made today's recordings available.
12/15/15
just stopped by to tell you a small testimony. It goes a little something like this...
I had a rental truck and chipper, going to do a job. Upon arrival at the job site, the truck and chipper started to slide down the hill. This type of sliding is like when you are sliding on snow. The chipper that supposedly was in the rear; now fold itself with the truck heading down the ditch side by side. Wow, what a scary moment. Down the hill have a lot of trees and a big ditch. There were no other place to go but through the ditch and the trees. immediately, I called, "JESUS" Oh boy, praise the Lord. You wouldn't believe it. The truck and the chipper came to a complete stop, inches before it bang the truck and chipper. There were no damage to the truck, and no damage to the chipper. Now, is that FAVOR?
I was delighted there were no damage, but my spirit hit the floor and there were no more life in it; when I noticed I'm stuck and there's no way I will ever get out. It's gonna take those giant special tow truck to pull them one by one, then again, I'm not sure if there will have a 300 feet cable long enough to reach. Well, we decided to make use of the time, and started to chip at a different position. The day is short, soon it's gonna be dark. I haven't locate those special giant truck to pull us out. I gather my thoughts, I asked God, "Would you favor me this once?" Lord, if you help me, I'll make sure I'll praise your name, I will let people know. All of a sudden, a sweet spirit of strength and motivation penetrated my heart, and we started to disconnect the truck from chipper. I got on the truck, started it, put in gear, oh boy, it started to move. I quickly took it half way up the hill. Now that I'm looking down at the chipper, Oh no, I can't leave it there; it has to be returned also. I kindly ask God, "Would you favor me?" "can I go back for the chipper?" Anyway, I took the risk going back down the hill to go get the chipper. God is good. He made the mud slide behave, we were able to get them up the hill. I'm happy God has done it for me again. I didn't have to pay a dime to anyone. Now I can enjoy Christmas or the birth of Christ. Peace!!!
Pre-Trial/Plea bargain #4
January 7, 2016
I thank God for granting me the opportunity to see this new year 2016. A lot of people didn't make it, therefore, I'm thankful. As usual, this is court date today. I wish this thing was over already. It's been a long stressful journey, but God is faithful.
On the way to court, I had a headache, I felt stressed out and drained. It seems like I'm all alone in a narrow path, but I had to motivate myself. Yes, I had to remind my spirit that God wouldn't put more on me then I can bare. As I got closer to the court steps, a heavy pressure hit my spirit; yes, one that could have knocked me on the concrete floor. Since my help comes from God, I kindly asked Him to strength/help me. God is so merciful....instantly, HE replaced the heavy spirit with His Holy spirit. I was grateful to walk inside the building with my belly on fire. (holy spirit). This is where the word confirms itself (He will help in the time of need.)
As I walked inside the court room, I noticed everyone already in their prospective places. Judge came in, I was 3rd on the attendance list. Judge called my name, I stood up. My lawyer and the state rep spoke to judge; alerting they're ready for show down (trial). I noticed Lawyer and State went to the back room to discuss matters. Lawyer came back, unfortunately, he didn't have any result that would excite me. So I kindly asked him to proceed to trial. This is the point line of no return.
When I think of the goodness of God and all He has done for me, what can man do unto me unless God allows it? My life is not my own, my mind is made up. I'm ready to step in that hot seat, look at the devil face to face, spread my arms toward heaven, haahcha kabbo, and call upon the sacred name(s) of the Lord. I'm willing to give God the little rest of my life. My heart's desire is to name those sacred names, complete the sentences, give them instructions, then see the salvation of the Lord right inside that court room. I also plan on aiming the rocket on a few of my close and far enemies. You live once, and die once. To God be the glory. 20 years prison Vs: taking a risk? Now, you know without a doubt; there's no bluff here. This experience/risk will be dedicated to all people/creation of God. Amen.
January 11, 2016
Just stopped by before I go to work; to remind you not to ever take anything in this world for granted. Nothing is promised. Teach your love ones not to waste; for there are other people in desperate needs. As you walk with God, is there anything you would sacrifice for HIM? If you can't answer this question instantly, then you need to search yourself. All men have a time to live and a time to die. If I'm gonna die anyway, so what's there to be afraid about? As some people are saying I'm crazy, and expecting to see my downfall, Me, on the other hand is waiting to bring fire down from heaven. This is my heart's desire. God has giving me the authority to exercise my heart's desire. I think my heart's desire will be to put my feet on the neck of my enemies. I'm feeling so good, I don't even think I want to wait on the devil. I feel like striking him before the day of court.
Anyway mr. devil and your agents far and near. I DARE you to come. I know you are many, the Lord has reveal to me. I double dare you to enter the court's room on that day. (That's if there's gonna be one). We shall find out if the devil and his host rule the world, Or if Yeshua, Abba father, Christ the Lord is in control. As a matter of fact, let me prophesied to you. Isaiah 54:17 no weapon formed against me shall prosper; and every tongue that rise against me in judgment I shall condemn, sealed by the name of JESUS.
I prophesy to you that you shall fall and no one to help you; and the Lord shall freeze anyone who's able to help you, and shall allow me, and only me to pray you out.
I prophesy to you, in the name of JESUS, starting this first month of January, 2016 even before the month ends, that the Lord will expose you. I prophesied to you that the stone will start talking, sealed by the name of JESUS. If I'm a man of God, I command the four corners of the wind to carry forth the authority that's been vested in me, and not return void. Sealed by the name of the Father, The Son, And the Holy spirit. In Jesus name; for God's glory. Amen.
1/13/16
Today, while I was at work, I heard someone from the county came to subpoena the family for trial. Wow, what a God we serve. I was just comparing the heavy feelings I used to feel when I received a court notice VS now; that court is coming to closure. When I should feel dead, stressed, and heavy burden, God has given me total peace. I'm not trying to brag or boast, but I just want to share with the world that God is still faithful. Throughout the journey God has favored me.
It's not the will of God that HE would kill and destroy the people/nations that HE has created, but sometimes we give HIM no choice. God will kill for HIS little ones. There is no pleasure in pain or suffering. God has already started to strike. Please, I beg you, don't get caught up under the mighty hands of God. You still have time to repent. Don't let the devil trick you. Mr. Pastor, you left your flock and up to no good, you went to train with stronger folks? About the few faithful ones you left behind? They seems like dead flesh to me. hahaha, God has already cracked your head; you and I know it. I've seen it. Even the ones you're training with are coming down.
Family members/Relatives.....Oh God!!! you still have a chance to pray for forgiveness. The Lord has already downsized you. You will be relocated to a different town/location; it appeared like a wooden dried area. When that happen before your very eyes, humble yourself, pray for forgiveness, and wait for God's instructions.
Mrs. Prosecutor or State Rep, I know you're doing your job. You're just doing your job and there's nothing wrong with that. I pray that you will let God direct your path. Don't compete to win; for as you win, another loses. The Lord has work for me to do and I must pass through the giant. This is the season of my prophecy. I pray you will ask God to instruct you, before you present your case. There will be a multitude of uninvited guest in the room, but God has no respecter of persons. Don't let God rid you of your position this year and inflict pains on your family. This thing is bigger than me and you. May God grants you all the wisdom that you will need.
To the Masons, Skull&Bones, AK's, Alpha's, 3 sisters of Egypt, different sonority and all other demonic forces outthere. The choice is yours. You are entitled to the faith of your choice. I'm not mad at you. I believe everyone has a choice to live a good life under the sun, until we become neighbors again six feet under. If I have never been under a fraternal lodge and I know all your different levels of hand shakes, if I know your 3's, if I know all your sublimes, if I know your knocks, your intros, your silent talk, and most of your PASSWORDS, shouldn't that tell you something?...at least to leave me alone? Is not the treasure in plain sight? Your knowledge is for you and your family. The choice is yours. As for me, my choice is finding The maker of the universe;through His son Jesus, or the thousands other names you'd call HIM. I pray you will allow God to guide you. God commands me to go through, so move out the way or face the mighty hands of God in a week or so, in Jesus name...Amen.
1/22/16
Today is a beautiful day, but lots of rain throughout the day. It's one of those days you feel very lazy to do anything. Anyway, I forced myself to go deliver a few loads of firewood. That's called, "Treasures in the trash." Since my family was served by the county last week (subpoena to court/trial), someone from the county was supposed to come pick them up to interview them before trial.
Wow, in just 3 days (Monday morning) I'll be in court for the beginning of trial. They will be selecting the jurors, then prosecutors will open their statements. My lawyer called this morning, wanted to meet with me at 11:00 a.m. Unfortunately, I had prior engagement, (firewood delivery) so we settled for 6p.m. Working through the rain, I managed to make the 6p.m. appointment on time. I sat with my lawyer, Mr. Sheppard, he explained to me the different results that may take place. He also explained that everything may come to a complete ending by Tuesday or Wednesday the 27th of January. As he talked, I listened,..as I listened, I feel like I'm all alone. I feel like I'm all alone cause I don't have the family support, I never told my Mom and Dad about this issue with the court because they're too old to inflict this type of pressure on them. I never instructed my family on how to respond to any type of questions the court may ask. I live and let live, that's my choice. So I fight the pressure by working a lot, and spending time with the word of God.
As I told Mr. Lawyer what's gonna take place, and what's not gonna take place, Mr. lawyer asked, "Why are you quoting scriptures?" I explained to Mr. lawyer that the scriptures is all I have. I'm willing to take the risk with God all the way. I've gone too far to turn back down. At this time, Mr. lawyer asked if I'm crazy. lol, I needed the laugh. Crazy? No sir, I'm not crazy; but I have made up my mind that I'm willing to face anything that comes my way. I'm willing to gamble. My heart desire is to bring fire down in the court and scatter my enemies. If Elijah did it, I too can do it. So I'm willing to take the gamble. No Sir, I'm not crazy, I just don't want to waste my time nor God's time. I take God to His word, it's my choice. If fire doesn't come down and consume my enemies, let this be a witness that I've tried. To my Lawyer, to the Prosecutors, to the Judges, to the State Reps, to Congress, to the President....your attentions should really be directed towards New York; trying to stop the attack/bomb that the enemy is planning on striking. It appears to be in the winter months. Leave me alone, get out my way, I have a multitude of people waiting for me on the mountain top. I'm out.... see you in trial Monday morning. (that's if there's gonna be a trial) Isaiah 54:17 No weapon formed against me shall prosper, and every tongue that rise against me in judgment I shall condemn in Jesus name.
Brake time
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1/24/16
Every destination have its journey, every journey comes to an end, and every end direct a certain shifting. Wow, I can't believe in less than 24 hours I'll be in trial. January 25, 2016 is here in a few hours. I'm sitting here, can't get over what my own lawyer said to me. Can't believe Mr. man asked me if I'm crazy, just because I refuse to practice trial debating questions/answers with him. The damage is already done, I've already told the whole truth, I'm not planning on lying cause the story is already fixed. The Prosecutor's team is on top of their game, they subpoena everyone they needed. What about you Mr. Lawyer? Have you subpoena your side of people that you will use? Have you subpoena the Police Officer who came on a fraud complaint? Getting back to your question...NO, I'm not crazy. I'm just a man with a made up mind. I'm just a man who's willing to ride the journey.
Now my question to you Mr. Lawyer.... Why did you take the case if at the end of the journey you're getting cold feet? If you are a lawyer having nothing to lose; and you're feeling such pressure, can you imagine me throughout the journey? Can you imagine how I'm still able to work, church, focus on my daily activities? So Mr. Lawyer, I believe in the hour God will inspire me in what to say. That's why it was difficult to answer your questions. I'm the one with everything to lose, NOT you. Lol, and no Mr. lawyer, I'm not planning to run away or jump bail, or leave the country. I'm ready to face the shadow of death, ready to destroy all family witches, all demonic forces holding my blessings, all wolves in sheep clothing in the body of Christ, and the spiritual marriage that the enemy has done. I'm not planning on getting old on my dying bed thinking or wishing what would have happened, had I taken a leap of faith. Let's get this thing over, I'm ready.
1/25/16
Praise the Lord.... God is good all the time, and all the time, God is good. I went to court/trial today, I was blessed to have my family with me. Thank God for family. Thank God for my sister Marthe who also left her agenda to come support. I was told by my Lawyer/court, that they think I might need some evaluation. They think I'm crazy because I'm willing to take the risk against all the pressure, the jail time, and everything else I'm facing. As the Judge and the Prosecutor agree to postponed trial for a couple of months, I couldn't believe it. As my lawyer talking to me, letting me know that it's been difficult to work with me, I barely was able to hold back the tears. I told my lawyer, "My religion, my faith, and my God is all I have." "You don't know like I know what God has done for me". I give all praises to God for granting me another couple of months to undergo this evaluation. I'm grateful to come home, to start back working, and help someone in need.
I don't know how to explain the love of God to you, but all I can say is......"God is able." I thank the Judge, the Prosecutors, my lawyer for letting God penetrate their hearts. I thank God for my family, my wife and my kids. I thank my sister for showing the love and support. I thank all family and friends, church family, customers, and even my enemies. God is my friend in time of need. I will try to help anyone during these few months. Thank you Lord, now I can go back to work. Amen...
2/26/16
Thank you Lord for another day.
5/10/16
Today is a beautiful day. I can't believe it's May 10th already and my son is graduating with honors on the 21st. God is good. 2 of my nieces are graduating also, one with her doctorate, and the other with her BSN in Biology. When life throws you lemon, you make lemonade and keep on moving. I'm so proud of you Joshua Bellanton, Melissa Bien-Aime, and Robine Bien-Aime. Isiah 54:17.....Amen
May/June 2016
Praise the Lord, My son graduating with honors, and two of my neices graduating with Bachelor and Doctorate degree. How good can God be? I'm so happy for my neices. Now I present to the world, Doctor Melissa Bien-Aime; congratulations on your achievement. In a beautiful moment like this, you know I wasn't gonna let my family know about the court schedule in the same week. SO, I kindly shoved that court notice in the draws somewhere, and directed all my attention to the graduations. What's to be-will be. We only have one life to live and one destination. I'm at peace.
6/10/16
our new movie, "BREAK OUT"
Hey world, hey friends, I just want to let you know that we started to film the new action gospel movie "Break out". It is a beautiful story of real life issues coming straight from God. Please support us. I spend alot of time on facebook, so you can follow me on my facebook page. You already know my name, "Frantz Bellanton" so you can follow the excitement. You can also follow us on youtube.com under the movie company's name "Bellanton Innovations Studios" or on facebook under my page. We have two trailers for the movie "Break out". Please subscribe to our channel for more excitement. The website for "Bellanton Innovations Studios" is under construction, so be on the watch so you can read about the glorious miracles on this movie journey. God is good. Please if you can support us, please send your donations to: P.O. Box 1470 Lithonia, GA 30058 Attention: Bellanton
Thank u in advance.......Isiah 54:17