JAARS Uncharted Podcast
JAARS Uncharted Podcast
JAARS
Episode 14 | Pt1 Ray Rising on Surviving Jungle Captivity
38 minutes Posted Jan 16, 2026 at 4:07 pm.
The Kidnapping Incident01:07 The Decision to Wait04:34 Life in Captivity10:05 Building Relationships with Captors15:36 The Role of Scripture25:18 Christmas in Captivity30:00 Finding Peace in Adversity37:44 Conclusion and Reflections Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this gripping episode of Uncharted, Ray Rising shares his harrowing experience of being held captive for 810 days in Colombia, as detailed in his book "Gorilla Hostage." The conversation begins with a vivid recounting of the moment he was kidnapped, highlighting the tension and fear of that fateful day. He reflects on his decision to wait for divine guidance rather than escape immediately, emphasizing the importance of faith and patience during his ordeal. Throughout the episode, he discusses the challenges of captivity, including the emotional struggles, the relationships he formed with his captors, and the role of scripture in sustaining him during the darkest times.00:00 The Kidnapping Incident01:07 The Decision to Wait04:34 Life in Captivity10:05 Building Relationships with Captors15:36 The Role of Scripture25:18 Christmas in Captivity30:00 Finding Peace in Adversity37:44 Conclusion and Reflections Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.