I recently went to New Orleans and I learned about life. I learned how to love a city in which is so broken and lifeless. I learned that sin is everywhere. We are at war and it's scary to think that this whole time, I have just been passively sitting back and letting Satan take over. After this trip, I am completely terrified and aware that the Lord is all we need and He is the only way. I learned to let go and lean directly on His shoulders. Not anyone elses.
My faith grew tremendously post New Orleans. Before then, I felt a wall between God and me. I felt distant. I didn't understand why this was happening and I couldn't even choose. There was a barrier. I was sinking and it wasn't a good feeling at all. As the days went by, I prayed. I cried. I prayed more. And, finally received His grace and His mercy. I finally realized why I was in New Orleans and the purpose of serving our faithful and loving God.
After the trip and a sermon or two, it finally clicked. I am renewed. I am free. It's been a year and it's INCREDIBLE to see how much I've grown. Not bragging but praising. Praising Jesus for saving me from death. Baptism, here I come.
For those who don't know Jesus and for every person that comes across this post, I pray that you would receive His love, grace and mercy. He is real and He is here. Your heart will change. Your life will change. Don't be scared though, that's God's will and it's perfect (even if it may seem like it's not)
Anything you believe in may seem so tempting, true and full of richness but only through Jesus will you find the truth, the way and the life.
For you:
I hope you come to know the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Really, truly and honestly.
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