Thank God for his redemptive grace. He allowed me to become free from the bonds of sin at the moment I stood up in the water. Thank you CG for allowing me and my husband to be baptized here today, and witnessing our rebirth together. 

Fourteen years ago, when my mother left me, pain and grief entangled me. I felt like an orphan without a home, because I could no longer receive the care and love of my parents anymore. 

I could never find a harbor that did not require any defenses, in which I could safely remove all my armor and enjoy my life. 

Instead, I indulged myself in grief. My heart wandered wildly and could not find a place to settle down.

I had been self-tortured in this way for more than half a year. On a Saturday night, I couldn’t sleep in the middle of the night. The scene of my mother’s death kept showing in my head. Suddenly, I remembered that the promise I had said to God when my mom passed away had not been fulfilled. 

The next early morning, I went to the church alone. When the church bell struck, I felt the ring was hitting my closed heart, as if to wake me up from a pretended sleep. 

When the choir sang, my face was covered by tears. My heart made an indescribable and surprising jump.

I felt a voice telling me, “Go home, my child, I am your Father, I am your forever residence.” I was deeply attracted and moved by this beautiful feeling and the call of love. My cold heart was warmed.

I met God in my fear of losing loved ones. I truly felt his presence and compassion and was willing to accept him as my spiritual and life savior.

I am no longer embarrassed and no longer confused, because I understand the meaning of life. I found the benchmark of life, and I found the way home. Half a year later, led and guided by the Holy Spirit, I became a blessed person.

In the following years, I have learned to trust, be patient, and wait. I am very grateful that God’s grace and supply have never left my family and me. Whether it is good or bad, we can support each other and cherish each other. 

Especially today, my husband has finally gotten rid of years of doubts and temptations and is willing to accept the salvation of the Lord Jesus Christ. This is God’s great reward for us. 

From today on, we can humbly bow together at the feet of God and put our focus on Him. We can concentrate on worshipping God, looking to Him, relying on Him, and becoming a right vessel of Him.

O God, please create in me a pure heart, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. Amen!