Cordell Jenkins sentence implies that he can never be given a second chance for as long as he lives, regardless of his rehabilitation and attempts to make amends. The average prison sentence of other defendants received is 15 years. Throughout this ordeal, and at times in a dangerous environment, he has never received a disciplinary sanction. He has been a good influence on those around him. He currently leads support groups and serves as a mediator within his unit. 

Prosecution and news media outlets portrayed Pastor Jenkins as a predator, using his power to exploit & sexually traffic the victim since the age of 14, when in truth, his involvement didn’t occur until March 2017 which led to an April 7, 2017 arrest. Pastor Jenkins asserts that he would never knowingly engage in sexual acts with an underage individual. Pastor Jenkins has expressed deep regret and has taken full responsibility for his actions. He acknowledges the consequences of his behavior and has learned a profound lesson. He is confident that, if released, he would remain law-abiding citizen and never break the law again. 

Jenkins clings to the hope of a second chance and dreams of a future where he can be among his family who he loves dearly and back to his passion, proclaiming the gospel!