What's My Story
Alex's story
Alex
Before I had a relationship with Christ, I pretty much did things my own way. I tried to drown my sorrows with alcohol and whatever else seemed like it would make life easier to deal with. I constantly sought the approval of others, but I felt like I could never do enough to gain their approval.
I would resort to whatever was necessary to gain the approval of those around me. This led to doing many unethical and illegal things, for which I am still paying the price to this day. In addition, there was a constant fear of what would happen if these things were discovered by someone outside the circle of people who knew about it.
I was invited by some friends to come to church. I felt that if that was where God wanted me, then he would make it very clearly known. It was there I discovered true value comes from a relationship with Jesus and not from seeking the approval of others.
Since that time, while I realized there are still consequences for the actions I took before I knew Jesus, I have a sense of inner peace that He is going to be there for me, and He will accept me for who I am.
I parted ways with my boss about two years after that experience. Since that time, I have had numerous pressures to compromise my principles for the sake of short-term benefit. With each passing day, it becomes easier to say no to such things. In addition, I have not had any alcohol since December 6, 2006.
The best part of this is that Jesus offers life to the full, now and forever. If I were to die, I know for sure, without a doubt, that I would be with God in heaven.