Baptisms in 2011

Before Jesus, I felt alone. I was lost and searching for direction, 'where do I belong?' was always in the back of my mind. I denied myself of a relationship with Jesus. I had much pain in my life and I turned to unhealthy ways, destroyed relationships, hurt the ones who love me and almost lost everything.

I consider myself to be a strong woman and I have been making an honest effort at improving myself for some time now but I knew something was still lacking, something big. Then one day, a friend that I admire a great deal, invited me to church and I felt compelled to go. Immediately I felt 'at home'. Overwhelmed with joy and peace. Almost as if a storm inside of me had finally passed.

I have turned it all over to God now and I feel safe knowing Jesus is my savior. I am at peace and feel more confident than ever. I have nothing but love in my heart and I know I am on my true path, finally. I am a better mother and more patient with my children. I am a better friend and I take more satisfaction in my job. I approach everything differently now and I have a clean heart when I pray. I feel like a new woman and I am optimistic about my future. It's a really cool feeling to know that Jesus is with me and He loves me. I have my direction.