Pastor Doug Jones joins Tom Wilkins on TomCast for a powerful, honest conversation about faith, failure, redemption, and why he’s running for the Hot Springs School Board. From being sent across the country on a Greyhound bus with $100 in his pocket… to a life transformed by faith… to advocating for vocational training and real opportunity for students who won’t go to college… This episode dives deep into: Doug’s raw personal testimony The role mentors play in shaping lives Why vocational education matters now more than ever The Ten Commandments debate in public schools Poverty, purpose, and practical solutions for Hot Springs students Whether you care about education, faith, community leadership, or the future of our kids, this is a conversation worth hearing.