We overcome by the word of our testimony and by the blood of the Lamb!
My name is Jesse, I am 23 years old. I started doing drugs and alcohol at
the age of 15. Somehow I could always hear the Holy Spirit calling to me,
but always ignored His outstretched loving arms. Until I had suffered from
depression for two years, I then asked our Father for help. I said whatever
you must do, no matter how unpleasant or painful it is for me, so that I
would have victory.
A few weeks after this, I spent a day drinking with some friends, we were
driving around when I got into an accident. I told a friend to get rid of the car, and I reported it stolen. But the
police suspected foul knowing that I was drunk. So after I had been investigated, I was charged with; fraud, public
mischief, and obstructing the police. I had four previous charges against
me, therefore I was going to jail for a long time. This was a horrifying
thought to me. I had lost my car, my money making retribution to the insurance company, and
now I was going to loose my job. I didn't want to live anymore. I could still feel the Lord calling to me,
so I surrendered.
For the next 7 months I spent my time studying God's word, and while I was
learning my depression seem to diminish. I then stopped drinking and doing drugs, and also stopped hanging out with
my old friends. When it was time for the trial I prayed that the Lord would
somehow deliver me from prison. Although my lawyer and the prosecutor were
telling me I was going to jail, I knew from reading His word that Jesus had
the power to rescue me.
And He did, I was sentenced to 9 months house arrest. No one could believe
my luck. I was told that this judge hadn't given anyone house arrest in the
last two years because of public opposition. But, now I could keep my job
and start all over.
It has now been 8 months since I was charged, and I have saved up close to
$15,000, and I'm also trying to quit smoking. I'm ready to start a new life with Jesus. Its sad that God had to allow
chastisement in order for me to see the light. But now I am more blessed than ever.
If this testimony has been a blessing to you or you have any questions feel free to contact Jesse directly at the following e-mail address: essej@email.com
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