Restored & Blessed by a Personal Word

Pastor,

Thank you for the blessed words on Sunday night. I am still trying to digest them and let it all soak in.

I turned my back to God for 25+ years. There was so much shame & guilt when I walked in LifePointe's doors the first few times. But through understanding redemption and the grace of God, I have been able to move past that.

There were so many struggles throughout those years away from God, not only for myself, but for my two boys. 

I was on anti-depressants and anti-anxiety medications. I was so easily angered and had not energy. I had very little joy in my life.

My sons have had their own struggles of depression, anxiety, ADHD and autistic behaviors. They are still struggling, and I believe it is because they do not believe in God. My heart breaks for them. So, I pray that my actions and attitude will let the Lord's love and peace shine through me. I pray that they will see the difference in me now that I have not only turned back to God, but am now seeking first His kingdom. I pray that they will know God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit someday soon.

2017 was so full of blessings (financially, career wise & spiritually), I have a difficult time accepting the fact that God has even more for me. However, after hearing your words at the Red Ink Revival, I believe there are more blessings coming my way that I can not even imagine. I believe there is a special person coming into my life. Someone to share in the joy & love & blessings of God.

You mentioned I need to "rest, just rest, rest." Last night I was watching a minister on TV and he was talking about resting so God can work. That God works when we rest. Coincidence? I don't think so! I am now trying to understand what "resting" looks like for me.

I am so thankful the Lord lead me to LifePointe in 2017, the year that changed everything!

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