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Baptism testimonial: Addy

May 7, 2024

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​Addy stood before the congregation and shared these words at her baptism:      


     I grew up in a Christian home, and my dad is the pastor of my home church. I grew up hearing all the Bible verses and going to Sunday school and all that. I’ve never really thought about what it means to be a Christian. I’ve witnessed several baptisms. I knew that it was a good thing, but I didn’t really take

time to think about it. I remember thinking that because I went to church I was already saved. I eventually learned that was not how it worked. I eventually decided I wanted what my parents had, which was a strong faith in the Lord. 

     They seemed happy and I wanted that. As time went on, I started to have a hard time at home and became very angry with everyone around me. I decided I wanted nothing to do with God and whenever my parents tried to mention something that had to do with the Lord, I would roll my eyes and tell them to stop or just walk away. 

     I refused to read the Bible, and sometimes refused to go to church. My heart was very hard towards the Lord. Sometimes, when I was forced to read something related to God, I would do it with no problem, but I wouldn’t actually pay attention.  

     A couple of months ago, however, Brent told me that I should read the Bible sometime. I said no, but that night I read it anyway. I ended up reading John 3-4 where it talks about being born again and when Jesus met and redeemed the Samaritan woman. That stirred something in me. I didn’t know what, and to be honest, I really didn’t care. 

Former intern Cassie and staff member Salena with Addy before they get in the water.
Former intern Cassie and staff member Salena with Addy before they get in the water.

     Two weeks later, tickets to a Lauren Daigle concert got donated and that’s where everything changed. I could hear the Lord calling out to me and telling me to come to him. As much as I wanted to, I felt resistance and I wasn’t sure that I could. 

​       A couple of weeks later, I sat down to journal and found myself talking to God. 

     He again spoke to me, only this time He asked me if I was ready to trust Him. After thinking for a couple of minutes, I said “yes” and gave my life to the Lord. 

     It took me a bit of time to decide to get baptized. I knew it was the next step but I wasn’t sure if I wanted to and again was struggling with resistance. After thinking about it  and talking to the Lord, I finally decided to take the next step. 

     I am a bit nervous, but this is part of following Jesus.