The birth of his son, Joshua, motivates Odell to live under a false name to be with him. After the 9-11 terrorist attack, he prays and goes to church, but keeps smoking pot. Loretta leaves him and he prays, asking God to help. He’s arrested. While in jail he studies the Bible and prays for salvation. As a trustee, Odell witnesses to his grandfather. Danny, a Christian, befriends Odell. When he’s released, he and Danny rebuild a porch to make restitution for a burglary Odell once committed. He gets custody of his son after Loretta is arrested for bank robbery. He finishes Bible school and visits Loretta in prison.