pd12051980
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I was at church yesterday, listening to other people give there testimonies, when I realised what an effect Jesus has on peoples lives,Unfortunately, we ran out of time, and I will be giving my testimony in the near future, So many people wanted to tell how Jesus had helped them in there lives, for the better. One thing I learned, Is that your relationship with Jesus as a christian is a 2 way street, You have to pray, do the right thing, and he will do things for you, but mostly importantly ALWAYS believe, Maybe things may not happen right away, but a woman from church said Jesus had helped mend a rift between her and her daughter, Another said that Jesus had told her to contact an old friend and spread the word. There were some others, all of which opened my eyes to the word of Lord even more. Now and then, Satan tries to tempt us all, to sin, Fortunately for me I have been able to know better, that God is the best way to be, Satan will always try and tempt us, but God is proof that miracles can occur to those that believe.
It is no secret for those who know me, that I suffered from years of clinical depression and admittedly began a downward spiral, People that knew me, used always bring up my depression, almost like "Hey Mate....We would invite you to a party, but we know you have depression" not in those exact words, but that sort of thing. I needed to talk about it, and I did recieve counselling for a while, among other things....Anyway, Satan was still trying to make me think all these negative things about myself, so I decided that when I went to this new church that I am going to now, As of July this year, that I was going to pray to Jesus, and do my bit, and the strange thing is...My depression whilst occasionally still getting nervous, around crowds (Depression resulted in what is known as social phobia), I am beginning to see myself as a good person, and I have resisted worldly things, such as smoking, drinking. As I said, this is the first time in my life (I mean since depression) that I have been able to look at myself, the Lord, other people etc in a more positive way. I thank God every day that I am still alive, and there IS hope, even though I am still in the learning game so to speak, I believe my depression, scratch that I KNOW depression can be cured, and my phobia is getting better as well. As for a girlfriend, well Its not good to dwell on things, I want to get my life right with God first and foremost, and just take things as they come. It is true, that with God in your life, your mind is a lot more clearer then if he were not. We had about 4 young children get blessed by Gods spirit at church yesterday, so they will have the holy spirit in them (Even though they are to young to know what is happening) from a very young age. I became a christian at 17, However, Unfortunately at the time I was getting bullied at school, and more or less forgot about God, which I deeply regret, and have lived in Sin ever since---Until now. I have a friend who is older then me, and has given his life to God, and he used to be a non believer, Through him and other christians I am able to see that God can heal.
When Satan tries to distract people, or tempt them, He always makes you think things like "I will never be cured" Point is, that If you pray to God, Make him the main priority in your life, and not concentrate on worldy things, he will eventually cure you, and help you. Im 27 now, 28 very soon, I pray that God will give me a 2nd chance, and not to dwell on past mistakes but to learn from them. In closing, I ask you "What could me more precious then Gods love" On a lighter note, I find it Ironic that at church we give an offering, where as God has given us, life, happiness, family, love, pretty much all things Good. No amount of Money really shows how much God really loves us, although giving a bit helps.
It is no secret for those who know me, that I suffered from years of clinical depression and admittedly began a downward spiral, People that knew me, used always bring up my depression, almost like "Hey Mate....We would invite you to a party, but we know you have depression" not in those exact words, but that sort of thing. I needed to talk about it, and I did recieve counselling for a while, among other things....Anyway, Satan was still trying to make me think all these negative things about myself, so I decided that when I went to this new church that I am going to now, As of July this year, that I was going to pray to Jesus, and do my bit, and the strange thing is...My depression whilst occasionally still getting nervous, around crowds (Depression resulted in what is known as social phobia), I am beginning to see myself as a good person, and I have resisted worldly things, such as smoking, drinking. As I said, this is the first time in my life (I mean since depression) that I have been able to look at myself, the Lord, other people etc in a more positive way. I thank God every day that I am still alive, and there IS hope, even though I am still in the learning game so to speak, I believe my depression, scratch that I KNOW depression can be cured, and my phobia is getting better as well. As for a girlfriend, well Its not good to dwell on things, I want to get my life right with God first and foremost, and just take things as they come. It is true, that with God in your life, your mind is a lot more clearer then if he were not. We had about 4 young children get blessed by Gods spirit at church yesterday, so they will have the holy spirit in them (Even though they are to young to know what is happening) from a very young age. I became a christian at 17, However, Unfortunately at the time I was getting bullied at school, and more or less forgot about God, which I deeply regret, and have lived in Sin ever since---Until now. I have a friend who is older then me, and has given his life to God, and he used to be a non believer, Through him and other christians I am able to see that God can heal.
When Satan tries to distract people, or tempt them, He always makes you think things like "I will never be cured" Point is, that If you pray to God, Make him the main priority in your life, and not concentrate on worldy things, he will eventually cure you, and help you. Im 27 now, 28 very soon, I pray that God will give me a 2nd chance, and not to dwell on past mistakes but to learn from them. In closing, I ask you "What could me more precious then Gods love" On a lighter note, I find it Ironic that at church we give an offering, where as God has given us, life, happiness, family, love, pretty much all things Good. No amount of Money really shows how much God really loves us, although giving a bit helps.
