Live for a Change

Live for a Change

By most standards, it appeared I had everything. I was attending college on a softball scholarship and was even named to the All-American team. I was always surrounded by a loving family and caring friends. I had a blessed life.

But in reality, I was paralyzed by darkness and pain. I became depressed beyond any scope of understanding. I couldn't sleep. I didn't eat. I was unable to function normally from one day to the next.

Then something changed.

Out of desperation, I finally turned my heart toward God, and He was there to heal me. I began to value life again because I wanted mine to count for something for all eternity. God transformed me from secret depression to renewed joy found in depending completely on Him.

Through all of this I have learned that God sometimes has to completely break us of ourselves for us to see our desperate need for Him. His wake-up call was just what I needed to rouse the spiritual eyes of my soul and discover a life that brings glory to His name. I thank God for His patience — enduring years of rejection from me. He has demonstrated His unconditional love for me and I know He will do the same for you.

Rachel
Sugar Creek member