Jesus Loves Me, This I Know!

Before I received eternal life I was filled with worries, anxiety, guilt and shame.

At only nine years old, I still remember the emptiness, loneliness, and fear caused by my desire to be accepted by my peers. I knew my choices were disappointing my parents and teachers, and even myself. God used these feelings of guilt and shame to bring godly sorrow which revealed my deepest need…..forgiveness of sin and the gift of eternal life through Jesus Christ!

I grew up going to Sunday School and learning how much Jesus loved me. One summer night at my church, I heard a preacher share a powerful message of the cross, the hope of the Gospel, and finding new life in Christ. That night I prayed and received Him by grace through saving faith in Jesus!

I had never before experienced that kind of joy! I was accepted and found complete rest. After trusting Jesus to forgive my sins, even as a young girl I remember the peace that truly passes understanding and how it brought confidence and relieved my fears.

Before I accepted Jesus I would go to bed each night worried about something wrong I had said or done at school or how I had mistreated my younger sister. Feelings of guilt and shame troubled me and I had a very difficult time going to sleep. The first and most vivid memory after I prayed to receive Jesus was the wonderful peace and love that followed! I was able to go to bed and fall fast asleep knowing my heart was clean! I loved Jesus so much I couldn't wait to tell others and share His great love with the world!

Through the years my faith in Christ has given me great purpose and joy! It has been a wonderful journey growing deeper in my love and understanding of Jesus, His great love for me, and growing closer to His people. I have complete assurance that when I die I have a home in heaven and Jesus will welcome me with open arms! All because He loves me!