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This past Sunday, The Pursuit Christian Church celebrated its first baptism. Francesca is a 16 year-old student and this is her story:
God - a year ago today the name meant absolutely nothing to me. I didn't believe in him, his word, or even his existence. A year ago today, I was a miserable person. I was surrounded by all the wrong people. People who hurt me, and dragged me down. People who only used me. They never saw me for who I was, they never listened to me. The boys I associated myself with only wanted one thing. They never cared for my personality or who I really was. And just when I felt like I was a complete failure, like no one could ever possibly care for me or love me; I found Him. When I felt like I would never be good enough for anyone, God placed the right people in my life to guide me towards Him. I grew angry, depressed, and lonely and just before I did anything seriously stupid and messed up my life forever, He saved me. I have met and grown close to some of the greatest people in the past six months, and I have let go of those who hurt me. God has taught me that I am good enough, that I am worthy, and that people will always care and love me, and most importantly, that He will always care and love me. And even though, I continue to struggle from time to time, I have grown to be happy despite it all. Because life is full of struggles, but when you're walking with God, its okay.
Francesca, I'm amazed at how God's Word is already filling your heart and mind. He has always loved you, and he's been waiting for you. Thank you for sharing your story. I look forward to meeting you.
Posted by: Lori Simmons | February 18, 2008 at 10:53 PM
Thank you for sharing your story Francesca! It and you are beautiful!
Posted by: Evan McBroom | February 19, 2008 at 04:46 PM
Rock on Pursuit! Yeah God. Awesome stuff.
Posted by: chris | February 28, 2008 at 09:06 AM