Heather’s Testimony

Before I received eternal life I was broken, angry, tired, bitter/resentful. I was divorced with two very young children (3 & 4). I was drinking and smoking trying to cope, which of course only made things worse. I had met my career goals, getting a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology, & had my dream job. But, I made the most important decisions apart from God.

Here I am sitting in a janky apartment, feeling alone with my 2 precious children. I felt so ashamed that I was divorced, and even more ashamed of the life I was now living. I had hoped of better for my children. I knew there had to be more to life than this! I wanted to be able to teach & lead these precious children… but, here we were lost and stuck. I couldn’t even teach them about where they came from, why they are here on earth, and where would go when they die…

Then, I received Jesus as my Lord & Savior. Instead of me being the “lord” of my life, I surrendered my life to Jesus—& made Him my Lord and Savior! And ohhhhh what sweet relief & joy was this!!! I immediately felt such a weight removed from my shoulders! I knew that He loved my children way more than I ever could, & that HE would lead them home like he had me.

Now, God has sweetened my bitterness! I can rejoice freely because I have been forgiven! I live with hope and joy now, knowing Jesus carries my burdens and cares—He has wiped away my guilt and shame! The Lord has enabled me to teach my children why they are here, & guide them in the special plan and purpose God has for them. I’m no longer wandering around blind & in darkness! I’ve been found by my Good Shepherd who has gently led me HOME!

In 2024, we were going to “prepper camp” in North Carolina. I knew there was hurricane, but thought that would have no effect on us as we were going to the mountains. However, we soon became trapped in North Carolina—with no gas, no cell service, no electricity, very little food and water. I normally would have FLIPPED OUT! But, I truly had peace that surpassed all understanding. Jesus sent us a rescue van. The lady had already gone home, but God told her to make 1 last trip! ?? We were taken to a shelter with food and water, and just rested in the Lord while He worked wonders and miracles all around us, getting us back home in 3 days.

I know that no matter how bad this world and life gets, I get to spend ETERNITY with Jesus Christ, my Lord & Savior, with no more pain, suffering, or sorrow! I know that this life is the worst it’s gonna be for me, because I have ETERNITY in heaven with Jesus!!!