If you had asked me a while ago if I ever imagined myself getting baptized, I probably would’ve said no. Not because I didn’t believe in God—but because I didn’t think I was enough. I didn’t think I was good enough, faithful enough, or even deserving of His love.
But I’ve come to know a God who didn’t wait for me to have it all together. A God who met me in my confusion, in my lowest moments, in my quietest cries. And instead of turning away, He stayed. He whispered truth over my life when all I could hear was doubt. He kept reaching out when I was too tired to reach back.
There have been seasons in my life where I’ve felt lost—like I was walking through the dark with no clear direction. And in those times, I found something unexpected. I found grace. I found a Saviour who wasn’t asking for perfection, but simply for surrender. And that changed everything.
One of the greatest gifts in this journey has been discovering Community of Christ. Being part of this community has shown me that church isn’t just a place—it’s a people. A people who believe in peace, reconciliation, and the worth of every single person. A people who walk gently, love deeply, and serve humbly. And in this community, I’ve found a home. I’ve felt truly seen, truly welcomed, and truly loved—not just by God, but by those who follow Him.
Now I want to be a part of sharing Christ’s peace and compassion with others, just as it’s been shared with me. It’s no longer about who I’ve been—it’s about where I am going with Jesus by my side. Baptism is my yes to hope, to healing, to purpose. It’s a goodbye to shame and fear and trying to carry it all on my own. And it’s the beginning of a new life—a life I’m choosing to walk with Him, one step at a time.
There’s a verse that’s lived in my heart through this journey: Isaiah 43:1 – “Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name; you are mine.”