Alfred's Message
MY JOURNEY
My Journey with God
I used to live for the weekends. Every Friday night, I’d head to the bar with friends, the music loud and the drinks flowing freely. I didn’t care about the hangovers that followed or the emptiness I’d feel on Monday morning. Every weekend was the same: drinking, partying, escaping. But somewhere in the back of my mind, I always knew something was missing.
Drugs were a part of my life too. They blurred the line between reality and a temporary high, offering me a sense of freedom but only taking more from me each time. I didn’t know it back then, but I was slowly losing myself. It felt like the world was spinning around me, and I was just a passenger, numbing the pain, distracting myself from the things that really mattered.
I hit a point in my life where I realised I couldn’t go on like this. I felt broken, empty, and lost. I tried to make changes, but each time I found myself slipping back into old habits, unable to break free. It felt like I was stuck in a cycle with no way out.
One day, a friend reached out to me. He had walked a similar path but had found peace in his relationship with God. He wasn’t preaching to me, but the way he spoke about God’s love, about redemption, it resonated deeply. I started listening, just a little at first, unsure of what to expect.
I’ll never forget the moment I truly connected with God. I was at my lowest point, sitting in my apartment, feeling like I had no purpose. I prayed, not knowing exactly what I was asking for but just asking for help, for something to give me direction. That night, I felt a peace wash over me that I’d never felt before. It wasn’t instant, but it was enough to spark something within me.
I started going to church, reading the Bible, and praying more regularly. The more I leaned into God, the more I felt like I was finding the strength to leave my old life behind. I stopped partying, I stopped using drugs, and slowly but surely, I began to rebuild my life. It wasn’t easy. There were struggles along the way, and I fell short many times, but God’s grace was always there to pick me up.
One of the biggest changes in my life came when I started focusing on my physical health. The desire to be better, to be strong, to honor my body, grew as I grew spiritually. I decided to hit the gym, not just to get fit, but to build discipline and strength, both mentally and physically. I trained hard, pushing myself every day, learning about the power of persistence and dedication.
But it didn’t stop there. I found a passion for fighting, for training in martial arts. It became more than just a workout; it was a way of life. It taught me control, respect, and discipline. Through the grind of training, I learned that strength isn’t just about power—it's about perseverance, pushing through the tough times, and rising after every fall.
As I trained, I saw parallels between my faith and my journey in the gym and in the ring. Just like in life, there were highs and lows, victories and setbacks. But each time I got knocked down, I had faith that I could get back up and keep moving forward. I realized that God had given me the strength to face not only the battles inside the gym but the battles in my mind and heart.
Now, looking at where I am today, I can hardly recognize the person I once was. I’m stronger, healthier, and more disciplined. I have a sense of purpose I never had before. God gave me the strength to break free from the chains of addiction and to unlock a version of myself I never thought possible. I still have a long way to go, but I know that with God by my side, I can reach my full potential.
My journey with God has been nothing short of transformative. I went from a life of escaping to a life of embracing—embracing discipline, strength, and purpose. I’m fighting for my future, and with God leading the way, I know I’m unstoppable.
PLEASE COME JOIN ME AT HOPE CENTRE IN LOGAN BECAUSE I PERSONALLY WANT YOU TO COME WITH ME SO WE CAN DISCUSS YOUR EXPERIENCE IN LIFE AND TEACH YOU MORE ABOUT GOD WITH A COFFEE IN HAND.
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