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Everything I Ever Needed
Was in Him
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My childhood was as dysfunctional as it can get. Although my family knew the Lord, they didn’t live as if they did. I remember going to church as a child, and I specifically remember my Grandpa coming into the house yelling, “WHO LOVES YOU?” and all of us kids would scream, “JESUS LOVES ME!”. Everything changed, when I found out that my Grandpa had died of a heart attack due to his drug use. My mom was so angry at God, after his death, that we no longer attended church. Over the next few years, I saw my dad, several uncles and some of our family friends overdose, and I swore I would never do drugs.
At the age of 17, I became an addict to anything that would take away my physical and emotional pain. I always knew God was watching out for me, and I went to church a few times as a teenager, but I could not face Him— I was too afraid. In 2017, I was arrested. It was like God grabbed me and said, “Nope, you’re coming with me.” and no matter how I tried to get away from Him, he wouldn’t let go of me. In jail I read and read and read the Bible, I wasn’t going anywhere.
During my time in jail I was pregnant with my third child, Jade. After getting out of jail, I went to rehab and then bounced from shelter to shelter. Jade was born during this time and I found myself falling away from the Lord — though I remained sober. I knew God was still there, but I just felt like I couldn’t get to Him. I knew if things didn’t change, I would end up back in my old life of hopelessness. So, I prayed, “God please find me a place to live where I can be close to you and around people that can guide me.”
Every shelter I called was closed or had no room, except for the Sheepfold. I had no idea what the Sheepfold was, but as soon as I walked into the office for my interview I knew that I was going to stay.
During my first week in the program we did Bible Study 13 and 14, which spoke about the Garment of Praise and the Spirit of Praise. Those two studies helped me understand what I was going through mentally. I have learned during my time here that I have no reason to ever welcome the spirit of heaviness in my life again. I will always wear the Garment of Praise.
My life has changed so much since being at the Sheepfold! I have grown closer to God, I am in school for medical assisting and I was blessed with a donated car (which I still can’t believe). Jade has grown to be a happy 1 year old. This caring help has been everything I prayed for, a safe place with guidance and love. Thank you, Jesus, for my new life, my future, my new way of thinking, my happiness, my peace and for showing me what a beautiful and capable woman and mother I am. Everything I ever needed was in you Lord!
- Sheepfold Resident
Note: This resident has successfully moved to Second Step.
To give to them who mourn, beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning and the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness.
- Isaiah 61:3
One Happy Family!
I am truly touched beyond words. I can hardly express how humble and grateful I am to receive this donated car. I could have never imagined a gift as generous as this one. Your thoughtfulness means everything. You have truly been a blessing to me and my children.
Thank you so much. we shall cherish your kindness always.
God bless. Best gift ever!!
Thank you,
Sheepfold Mom & Family
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