Free-Man House, 13340 Southview Lane, Dallas, TX (2026)

10/16/2026

💙 Freedom Friday: Celebrating Tanesha

Today we want to highlight one of our incredible residents, Tanesha, whose journey has been nothing short of inspiring. From the moment she stepped into the program, she has carried herself with a spirit of strength, hope, and quiet leadership that has touched every woman around her.

Tanesha shows us what recovery looks like when faith and determination come together. She is consistently positive, uplifting, and encouraging — even on the hard days. Her compassion for the other ladies is genuine and steady, and she has become a safe place for so many who are learning how to rebuild their lives.

She leads not by title, but by example.
By the way she speaks life into others.
By the way she shows up with courage.
By the way she chooses healing over her past, every single day.

In a house full of women fighting for freedom, Tanesha reminds us that recovery is not just about breaking chains — it’s about discovering who God says you are and walking boldly in that identity. She is deeply loved by everyone here, and we are so proud of the woman she is becoming.

Tanesha, thank you for shining your light so brightly.
Your journey encourages all of us to keep going, keep believing, and keep choosing freedom.

✨ Where faith restores identity and recovery restores life — FreeMan House.

10/15/2026

💜✨ THROWBACK THURSDAY: WHERE FAITH, GROWTH & NEW BEGINNINGS MEET! ✨💜

Today, we are shining the spotlight on a very special member of the FreeMan House family, LaWanda Lewis! 🏡💜

LaWanda spent two years at FreeMan House, choosing a Christ-centered environment where she could change her way of living and thinking while developing a deeper, personal relationship with her Heavenly Father. 🙏🏽

When reflecting on her journey, LaWanda shared how her experience at FreeMan House changed her life and helped her discover a new way to live a clean and sober life.

Sometimes, it's the simplest lessons that leave the biggest impact! One daily routine LaWanda learned at FreeMan House was to have her “feet on the floor at 7 and make your bed.” 🛏️✨ To this day, she continues that practice every morning, reminding us that lasting change is often built through the small, consistent choices we make each day.

Today, LaWanda celebrates the ability to think clearly, live with purpose, and make sound decisions. These are accomplishments worth celebrating! 💜🙌

And there's even more to look forward to! One of the things LaWanda is most excited about in this season of her life is having her grandson come to live with her! ❤️👵🏽 What a beautiful reminder that recovery can open doors to new beginnings, meaningful relationships, and moments we once only hoped for.

When asked what advice she would give someone just beginning their journey, LaWanda offered these powerful words:

🙏🏽 “Don't leave until the miracle happens.”

And completing the sentence, “Because of my journey, I now know that…” LaWanda shared:

✨ “God can and will change your life if you surrender your life to Him.” ✨

LaWanda, we are so proud of you! Your story is a beautiful reminder of the power of faith, the importance of daily commitment, and the possibilities that can unfold when we keep moving forward. Your journey is still unfolding, and we are grateful that FreeMan House was part of your story. 💜

Help us celebrate LaWanda Lewis and all she has accomplished! Drop some love, encouragement, and congratulations in the comments! 🎉👏💜

10/14/2026

💜🌟 WEDNESDAY WIN: CELEBRATING SHAKESHA! 🌟💜

Today, we are celebrating one of our amazing residents, Shakesha, and her incredible recovery journey! 🎉🙌

Shakesha has reached an amazing milestone of 15 MONTHS SOBER! 💜✨ Fifteen months of commitment, growth, perseverance, and choosing a better future, one day at a time. This is something worth celebrating!

Shakesha has been part of the FreeMan House family since August 4, 2025, and we are so proud of how far she has come. 🏡💜 Being part of someone's journey as they rebuild, grow, and discover new possibilities is one of the most rewarding parts of what we do.

🌟 AND SHE'S GETTING READY FOR HER NEXT CHAPTER! 🌟

Shakesha is preparing to take the next step in her journey as she heads to Austin, Texas, for an exciting new job opportunity while continuing to pursue her college degree! 🎓💼 This is what growth, determination, and looking toward the future can look like. She's continuing to invest in herself, her education, her career, and the life she's building.

Shakesha, we are SO proud of you! 💜 Your journey is a reminder that recovery is about more than sobriety. It's about creating new opportunities, setting goals, discovering your potential, and believing in yourself even when the road isn't easy.

As you step into this exciting new chapter, know that your hard work matters, your progress matters, and your future is full of possibilities! 🌻✨

Help us congratulate Shakesha on 15 months of sobriety and wish her the very best as she begins this exciting new adventure in Austin! 🎉👏💜

Once a part of the FreeMan House family, always a part of the FreeMan House family! 🏡💜

10/13/2026

Transformation Tuesday Spotlight: Deborah 🌟

At FreeMan House, transformation isn’t just about changing habits—it’s about finding full restoration, reclaiming identity, and surrendering to God’s purpose. Today, we are celebrating Deborah , House Leader at our Richwood home!

Deborah entered our program in December 2025 and stepped into her leadership role in March 2026. Walking in almost 19 months of sobriety (since March 14, 2025), her life is living proof of what true transformation looks like:

From Buried Secrets to Full Surrender: For years, Deborah carried heavy childhood secrets and trauma, which led her into addiction and isolation. Her turning point came on a quiet night in a backyard shed, where she cried out to God in complete surrender. That moment led her to FreeMan House, where she began walking out her true purpose.

Stepping Into Leadership: Deborah didn't seek out a title—she simply answered the call. "They chose me. I didn't choose it. I came in as a resident, and God opened a door I wasn't looking for."

A Legacy Restored: Today, Deborah uses her story to help other women move from just surviving to believing they are worth restoring. She loves walking alongside women who have faced similar trauma, showing them that pain doesn't have to be the end of the story.

Healing Her Family: Her greatest joy outside of FreeMan House is taking every opportunity to rebuild and restore relationships with her children and grandchildren.

Deborah’s Message to You:
"You are not your worst day, and you're not too far gone to be restored. Real change doesn't come from getting another chance—it comes from full surrender. Whatever legacy of pain brought you here, it doesn't have to be the legacy you leave behind."

Guiding Scripture: Ephesians 3:20 — "Now unto Him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think."

Thank you, Deborah, for allowing God to transform your life and for leading the women in our community with grace, accountability, and constant encouragement! 💙🙌

Faith. Hope. Restoration. Discover how you can be part of the transformation at www.freemanhouse.org

10/12/2026

🌅 Scripture Monday: “Be strong and courageous.” — Joshua 1:9

Recovery isn’t just about staying sober — it’s about learning to live again. It’s about letting God rebuild the parts of you that life tried to break. When God says, “Be strong and courageous,” He isn’t asking you to pretend you’re fearless. He’s reminding you that He is with you in every step of your healing.

Your past may explain where you’ve been, but it does not define who you are.
Addiction doesn’t get the final word. Shame doesn’t get the final word.
Only God’s promise gets the final word — and His promise is restoration.

In recovery, courage looks like:

Choosing honesty when hiding feels easier
Showing up to group even when your heart feels heavy
Letting God speak a new identity over you
Believing that freedom is possible, even when you don’t feel it yet

Strength isn’t the absence of struggle — it’s the decision to keep going.
Courage isn’t loud — sometimes it’s just whispering, “Lord, help me try again today.”

Every person walking through recovery is living out Joshua 1:9 in real time.
You are learning to stand.
You are learning to trust.
You are learning to walk in the identity God gave you — not the one the world tried to put on you.

Today, remember:
You are not defined by your past. You are defined by God’s promise.
And His promise is freedom, healing, and a future full of hope.

Faith. Hope. Restoration. Discover how you can be part of the transformation at www.freemanhouse.org

10/11/2026

🙏 Sunday Encouragement: A Spotlight on Will’s Journey

🙏Happy Sunday, FreeMan House family!Today, we take a moment to pause, reflect, and find encouragement in the incredible stories of transformation happening right here within our walls. For this week’s profile, we are honored to highlight one of our dedicated House Leaders: Will

Will is a light in our community, leading by example and pouring his heart into helping others find the same freedom he has found. Join us as we celebrate his journey!

🌱 In His Own Words: A Look at Will’s Bio 🌱We asked Will to share some insights from his journey at FreeMan House, and his answers offer such a powerful testimony to the grace and resilience found in recovery.

✨ His Role and Experience: Will serves as a House Leader at 13342. He has been sober for six years and has served at FreeMan House for four years.

💖 What He Loves Most About Serving: When asked what he loves about serving the men here, Will shared: "Watching a person make the changes that they need to leave into a great situation is the most rewarding part of the job, and seeing the people succeed."

🌟 One Thing He Hopes Residents Learn: Will’s hope for every resident is deeply rooted in faith and restoration: "That God will never give up on them. That God wants them to succeed if they are willing to work it."

🙏 His Go-To Encouragement: The scripture Will leans on is: Galatians 5:18, which says, "But if you are led by the Spirit, you are not under the law."

🌊 His Message to the Community: Will left us with this powerful and encouraging testimony:"If God did it for me, He can do it for you. There is no hole too deep or mistake too big that God cannot bring you out of. Stay strong in your faith and keep making good decisions."

🎮 Outside the House: When he’s not leading and encouraging others, you can find Will enjoying some downtime as a max rank player in Elden Ring Nightreign and following Atlanta Hawks basketball.

Will, thank you for your commitment, your faith-centered leadership, and for being such an inspiration to everyone at FreeMan House. We are so grateful to have you on the team!Family, join us in the comments below to share a word of appreciation or encouragement for Will! 👇👇

Faith. Hope. Restoration. Discover how you can be part of the transformation at www.freemanhouse.org

10/10/2026

🌟Recovery Tip Saturday 🌟

Create a simple daily routine. Structure builds stability, and stability builds freedom.

One of the most powerful tools in recovery isn’t complicated — it’s consistency. A simple daily routine helps quiet the chaos, reduce decision fatigue, and create space for clarity and growth. When you begin building small habits — waking up at the same time, making your bed, attending groups, journaling, or taking a moment for prayer — those little steps start forming a foundation that supports long‑term freedom.

Over the years, we’ve seen how structure becomes a lifeline. It helps rebuild confidence, teaches responsibility, and reminds each man and woman that they can create a life that feels steady and safe. Routines don’t just organize the day — they strengthen identity, restore peace, and open the door to new possibilities.

Freedom doesn’t happen all at once. It’s built slowly, intentionally, and beautifully through the everyday choices that shape a new way of living.
Faith. Hope. Restoration. Discover how you can be part of the transformation at www.freemanhouse.org

10/09/2026

💙 It’s ! Today, we are proud to highlight one of our dedicated House Leaders: Clint 💙

We asked Clint some questions about his journey, and his answers offer such inspiration and insight into why he’s a valued leader in our community. Join us in celebrating his growth and service!

Here is a look into Clint’s path:

📅 His Sobriety Journey: Clint shared his sobriety date is 08/09/2023.We honor your consistency and commitment, Clint!

💡 His Inspiration to Lead: Clint was first connected to FreeMan House in 2016, realizing then that it "was a place where I could get my life back on track." What inspired him to become a House Leader was "Watching other House managers and how they conduct themselves."

What does Clint love most about serving here? "watching someone get their life restored."

⭐ Clint’s Leadership Style: To-the-point and supportive, he describes his leadership as Straight forward, respectful, encouraging.

✝️ A Favorite Source of Encouragement: Clint leans on the scripture: Galatians 6:9, which says, "Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up."

✨ A Short Message from Clint to the Community: He shares a simple, powerful thought: "Give Jesus a chance."

🎮 Fun Facts: Outside of his work at FreeMan House, Clint enjoys working/landscaping and video games.

Thank you, Clint, for your strong example of leadership and your heart for restoration! Help us congratulate Clint on his journey in the comments! 👇

Faith. Hope. Restoration. Discover how you can be part of the transformation at www.freemanhouse.org

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