What's My Story
jane
I thought that life was essentially about striving to be the best person I could be - the most responsible and helpful in the family, the highest achieving student at school etc. I can remember being 6 years old and our visitors being so impressed to learn that I made cups of tea for my parents on a regular basis - they joked about borrowing me! I was happy because my parents were so proud of me. Before I knew Jesus my life was focussed on making other people proud of my efforts and achievements.
Later in life I was struck by the emptiness I felt. What was the point in striving so hard to please everyone else or trying to be so 'good' all the time - who was keeping score anyway??
Before I received eternal life I had no idea about the purpose of my life. I was compelled to strive so hard to be a really good person but had no idea why. As a young mum with 2 beautiful children, a loving husband, great friends and fulfilling life I would sometimes despair, feeling that something was missing, but not knowing what.
Then, I received eternal life.
The big change in my life since then has been the peace and comfort that comes from knowing God is in control and has a plan for my life - I no longer feel that something is missing! I no longer struggle with doubts about my life's purpose. I know now that it's not about what I achieve in this life that's important - it's all about Jesus and what he's done!
I know that when I die I am going to heaven for eternity! I'm so thankful to know that for sure considering we live in such uncertain times.