I grew up in a Baptist home and attended the same Baptist church from infancy. I was surrounded by God’s blessings, learned all the Bible stories, and acted like a good kid for the most part. Behind the scenes, I was a really good liar, stole small items from the school’s art closet, and was verbally unkind to my siblings. But at church, I put on my good manners, and I thought that nobody could tell that I was a sinner.
Was I Really that Bad?
-Titus Hall
-Titus Hall
As I think back to September 8, 2004, I feel an overwhelming sense of gratitude for what happened to me on that day. It was the day that the God of heaven forgave me of my sin, and changed my life. Though some people who knew me may have considered me to be a good person, I knew in my heart that I was a sinner, and an enemy of God.
I Wasn’t Ready to Meet God-Selena Wilhite
All my life, I was brought up in church. I heard preaching from God’s Word every Sunday and Wednesday. My parents loved me very much, and faithfully taught me from the Bible. I learned that Salvation means to turn my back on sin and trust completely in Jesus Christ. I learned that Hell would be my eternal destiny if I did not choose to give my life to God. All these things and more were taught to me, and I soaked it all in during my growing-up years.
God Has Thoughts of Peace towards You
-Denise Rogers
-Denise Rogers
Peace and acceptance is something our society always seems to be looking for and I was no exception. I grew up in a home where alcohol and fighting were common; consequently, it was a place where I did not want to be. By the time I was in my teens and early twenties, I found myself absorbed in living “life to the fullest” and searching for someone to love and accept me.
I Was Religious,
But Lost
-Saritha Manohar
But Lost
-Saritha Manohar
My name is Saritha Manohar, and this is my story. I was born and raised in a church going family in India and we attended church every week. There I heard interesting Bible stories at Sunday school and VBS. As a teenager I attended different churches and used to participate in youth camps, retreats and VBS. I was taught that, in order to go to Heaven, one must “be saved,” so at the age of 15, I even got baptized to please my parents. But sadly, I did not understand Bible salvation.
God Used Cancer to Get My Attention
-Hank Johannes
-Hank Johannes
As far back as I can remember, I had a very happy childhood with my parents and friends. My parents were a very strong influence in my life. They both loved the Lord.
Counting My Blessings
-Amy Hegedus
-Amy Hegedus
What if you spent your whole life believing what you thought was right, but you were wrong? You would think that after being raised going to Church on a regular basis that one might know all you need to know about the Bible. Even after attending a Christian College as a young person, I continued to stay involved at my local Church. It is what we always did.
I Was on the Road to Destruction,
When God Pulled Me Over
-Gene Baker
When God Pulled Me Over
-Gene Baker
I was a dirty, rotten, sinful, drunken motorcycle rider until God pulled me over and took control of my life. My road has been a lot different –and a lot more enjoyable – since then!
After 18 Years of Serving My Addiction,
I Have a New Master!
-Steve Forro
I Have a New Master!
-Steve Forro
As a child growing up I attended Catholic School, but my parents fell away from the church and soon removed me from the school. I graduated high school and went out into the world, knowing of God, but not knowing Him in a personal way.
God Had to Bring Me to My Knees
-Geoff Gaus
-Geoff Gaus
God Had to Bring Me to My Knees My name is Geoff Gaus, and this is my story.My story is a testimony of God’s mercy and longsuffering in my life. He brought me to true peace as I read and studied His Words in the Bible. I live with meaning and purpose, and a secure hope of a home in … Read More