9/11/2023
Journey’s recent outdoor baptism service at Loch Haven Lake was so very meaningful as 14 persons publicly declared their faith in Jesus. Here are some of their life change stories:
My Story
Before I trusted Jesus, although I had a lot of friends and very supportive family, my life was ultimately tough to navigate. I had been beaten down by toxic relationships, negativity, and constantly felt like I was fighting an uphill battle. I wanted to put myself in a positive environment. It took me time to open my mind to Jesus. I read the four books about his life. Once I took the time to learn about Jesus, I understood and saw things in a different light. Making the decision to follow Jesus led me to meeting my wife who has completely changed my life for the better. I just feel a sense of peace and love I never felt before. My life is exponentially better than it was before accepting Christ.
My Story
My mother raised my two younger sisters and me in a local church. After a retreat, I made the decision to commit my life to Christ. I distanced myself from God during my college years and let vices get the best of me. But I'm so thankful that God doesn't just give up on us. When I was at a very low point as a young adult, I cried out to Jesus, and He answered with a new community to take me in, mess and all. We can rely on His grace in our time of deepest need because He understands our humanity. This has been a huge source of hope for me. Jesus didn't give up on me. He knows just what we need before we say a word. There is nothing better than Jesus. It's time for me to declare that again in my own life and in my family.
My Story
Before I trusted Jesus, I was confused and lost but ready to learn and step into a new chapter of my life. I had friends, but I was always kind of alone in a way. I remember nights just by myself not knowing what to do and feeling so lost and questioning really what my purpose was. I hung around a lot of people who were not good influences and did stuff that was bad. I wasn’t happy or sad, I was just kinda there feeling alone. I decided to trust Jesus when one night I was sitting in my room by myself and not knowing what to do. I picked up the Bible in the corner of my room and started reading. The decision to follow Jesus has changed my life in a good way to where I don't feel alone anymore, and I actually have a purpose for something and someone that won't ever leave my side, and I can never be afraid if I trust God's journey.
My Story
Before I trusted Jesus, I was down and out. I had no direction. I started listening to Christian music, and God spoke to me through song. Since deciding to trust in Jesus, I have love and kindness to others. I know where I will spend eternity. I know God’s immeasurable love is the same for all people.