One of my primary counselors, Chrissy Beach, just celebrated her 9th year anniversary of her baptism this month. On her blog, she shared her following feelings. I loved this and wanted to share it with others as well. Thanks, Chrissy, for your faith, your example, and your friendship!
"I just thought that I would post about my baptism into The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. I was baptized on November 6th, 1999. I was 20 years old. There is not a day that goes by that I am thankful I made this decision and so every anniversary date is special and significant to me. I know without a doubt that my life would be very different had I not chose this step. I am so grateful for my testimony. I am grateful to know this is the Lord's church. I am grateful for the changes I've had to make and continue to make in my life because of this knowledge. As a teenager prior to meeting my husband I know I was searching for something more in my life. I had been to a few various churches as a little girl but nothing really regular or compelling enough for me to know where to turn with my questions. Instead I would often just write down in my journal questions I had about life. Why we were here, what were we supposed to be learning here and what was the purpose? I still have all of my writings in a box. I am glad I saved those papers because a couple of years ago, during a move, I found one that stood out to me. It went about asking the same questions and more specifically what was the importance of being here and was love the only thing we could take to wherever we went next or could we bring our knowledge too? After reading some of my ramblings I turned the paper over and noticed that I had written down answers to myself. They said, your answers will soon be answered, to relax and be happy and enjoy life for now. So my reasons for sharing this is that I feel all of my answers have been answered. I know with all my heart that God lives. That he loves us. That my savior Jesus Christ lives and loves everyone. I know that I will be able to return to my family and loved ones someday in heaven again. And I know everything I learn and all the love I have for everyone will be the same and we will all be together. And that is the JOY that fills my heart. Knowing that I am loved and everything I love is loved too. I am thankful for the support my own family has offered me. I am grateful for my sisters example in accepting the gospel as well. My life is not perfect and I am not either but in Christ I feel I can do all things that are purposeful and good. Which really constantly reminds me of how much I need to work on!! I know my husband was an answer to my questions as well. He came into my life at just about the right time. He reminded and taught me how to pray. He loved and accepted me just the way I was and prayed for me as I transitioned into the person he knew I could become. Through my own conversion I have also really come to appreciate all Christian religions. I love the faith, prayers, good intent, love, and knowledge that all of my friends and family have of all Christian faiths. I know that my redeemer lives... He lives to bless me with His love,He lives to plead for me above.He lives my hungry soul to feed,He lives to help in time of need... I know that my redeemer lives."
2 comments:
Thanks for sharing! I love conversion stories, they always make me not take the gospel for granted anymore. Bytheway, your family is beautiful!
Thank you Stephanie. That was very sweet of you. You are a great friend. I am so happy we were able to work together. Thanks for all you did in the Primary too!! We miss you already!! And especially have decided you have a real talent for recognizing names and faces in the ward. I am going to have to work on that for our meetings!! Have a great day!!:)
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