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MercyChild
Nov 27th 2008, 07:58 AM
Today is a very special day for me. I just reached 500 posts and are a daughter of the King for one full month today. So here goes a part of my testimony.

I was borne on Friday 13th. Funny that the old people believed that Friday the 13th was cursed. And there it happend I was born on Friday the 13th, and for many times I have been told that I am just a curse to life.
I was a unwanted child, born with the wrong sexuality and a very sick baby that was not suppose to be alive.

I was raised in a very dysfunctional family, and we were so many children, I was not always sure which child belonged to whom. My father was an alcoholic, and my mother use to have nervous brakedowns. One of my familys rules was that everyone in the house should make a stand till late at night, whereby we would curse each other and sometime assualted one another.

I never really saw much of my Dad, as he was spending most of his time in bars, and when he should come home he would shout so loud that all the children in the house should wake up. Sometimes he would chase us out of the house in the middle of the night, so that he could beat my mother.

I was always a hyper active child, and because of that I use to spend most of my time being locked up in a little room because it was hard for me to sit stil.

At the age of 6 I was raped by my mothers brother, who dissapeard into thin air afterwards. Because of what happend I had to see my mother trying to commit suicide on several occasions.

My brother was murdered when I was twelfve. He was my best friend. That same night he died, my mothers brother returned to show his condolence to the family. He told my parents that he gave his life to God and wanted to ask their forgiveness. Because of all the grieve, my parents allowed him back in our house. That same night I was raped by him for the second time.

It was really hard for me to accepct my brothers death. I was diagnosesd with compulsive reaction depression. I missed my brother so much and chilled with older children. On the age of 12 I already had my first cigarette, my first drink, pot, thinners, petrol, you name it, I used it. I basically just used anything I could get my hands on.

But they say that history repeats itself, and just after my 18th birthday my mother was murderd.
At age 21 I thought that I met the love of my life, a crack addict. Two weeks before the wedding I walked out of that crazy relationship, and discovered that I had a new addiction.I moved all around places, and due to my addictive behavoir it was hard to keep a job.

I than married the man of my dreams, and could not ever have made a better choice.

I decided to join the police to combat crime. I reasoned that I could protect and spare other familys of not getting hurt so much. I was good in my job.
After time it became hard. In one year I have lost 21 collegues. I got involved with drug lords, runners, dealers and everything that was on the wrong side of life. I was send to rehabs while in the force. I forced myself to resign at the force, as I became part of the crime statistics. I stopped combatting crime, and knew that this was not the reason I joined the Police. I became dishonest and decided that the best thing to do is to resign.

I ended up going from rehab to rehab, and nothing seemed to be helping me. Everything just got worse and worse, until I ended up using tie (herion.)

I tried to commit suicide 7 times before. I would cut my pulse, OD, and there were even a time (about 3 months ago) I even set myself on fire.

September 2008 was my last suicidal attempt. My therepist wanted to send me to a mental institute, but I refused to accept that I was going crazy. Because of using so much drugs your brain have a tendency to mess around with you. So I decided that I would rather find another outcome.

On 3 Oktober 2008 I found myself stuck in a foreign country (Hungary) staying with my sister. This was my only chance. I had no where else to go, she was the only one that was still prepared to give me one last chance. I really hoped that I could get a fresh start while I am here.

Soon enough I found out how hard it was to remain drug free without support. On 27 October 2008 I went on the internet searching for a NA group to join, when I landed on this forum. I was totally confused, depressed and lost. I just had nothing left. I lost my cars, my house, friends, family, selfrespect, character, I just lost everything. This very same night on this forum I was lead to Christ

I cried the whole night. I was told to start reading John, so I did. I was crying so much because I could not understand how these people in the bible could kill Jesus that loved me so much.
The following day I was still reading the scriptures looking for answers and weren't really sure what happend, but I knew that I could pray.

I asked God to please send me someone to help me understand this Word. On 13 November 2008 God lead me to an American missionary. She explained me the whole process of what happend, and I knew that I have really accepted Jesus Christ as my saviour.

That is why I now believe in the Trinity of God. I beleive that He loved me so much that He send His only son to die for my sins. And I believe that He allowed so much people to criss cross my path to teach me and support me. I know now that it was God's plan right from the start to end up in this foreign land, because this was the only way that He could reach me. I knew about Him before, I was told about Him before, but I was just ignorrant for so long. Today I am a child of God for one full month. I am drug free for 8 weeks. The longest period that I have been clean for 20 years. And I want to, by my testimony give Him all the glory, for what He have done in my life.

risun7
Nov 27th 2008, 10:26 AM
Linda, God knows your tears.

Thank you for sharing.

CFJ
Nov 27th 2008, 07:32 PM
Linda, what can one say when reading such a heartsore testimony, except telling you, Christ love you and nothing can pull you out of His hands and also, we are family now and I dearly love you as a sister in Christ! :hug:

I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us from God's love which Christ Jesus our Lord shows us. We can't be separated by death or life, by angels or rulers, by anything in the present or anything in the future, by forces or powers in the world above or in the world below, or by anything else in creation.
(Rom 8:38-39 GW)

Ta-An
Nov 27th 2008, 07:38 PM
Glory, glory, glory glory........

Glory be to Him Who loved us,
Washed us from each sinful stain;
Glory be to Him Who made us
Priests and kings with Him to reign;
Glory, worship, laud and blessing
To the Lamb Who once was slain.

“Glory, worship, laud and blessing,”
Thus the choir triumphant sings;
“Honor, riches, pow’r, dominion,”
Thus its praise creation brings;
Thou art worthy, Thou art worthy,
Lord of Lords, and King of kings.

Glory to the King of angels,
Glory to the Church’s King,
Glory to the King of nations,
Heav’n and earth His praises sing:
Glory ever and for ever
To the King of Glory bring.

Glory be to Thee, O Father,
Glory be to Thee, O Son,
Glory be to Thee, O Spirit,
Glory be to God alone,
As it was, is now, and shall be
While the endless ages run.

:pp Linda, sometimes we need to see the bottom of the barrel before we can really appreciate what Yeshua Messiah has done for us.

So much He loved you that your name is 'tattooed' (engraved) in His hands.

I am dancing with joy before the L_rd for this miracle He worked in your life.

How far away from home you had to go to be found by Him.... you had to be in the place where only He could help you :)

Happy Birthday :hug:

livingwaters
Nov 27th 2008, 09:33 PM
LET US PRAISE AND THANK THE LORD FOR LOVING US FIRST!!!!! LET US PRAISE THANK THE LORD FOR HIS DEATH ON CALVARY!!!! LET US PRAISE AND THANK THE LORD IN THE GOOD TIMES AND THE BAD TIMES...LET US PRAISE THE LORD, ALWAYS!!!!!!!!!
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IMINXTC
Nov 27th 2008, 09:36 PM
You are a testimony!!! And we will continue to watch and pray, that step by step, day by day, you will go steadily on to more and more opportunities to glorify our Lord.:):):)

"Rooted and built up in Him, and stablished in the faith, as ye have been taught, abounding therein with thanksgiving." Col 2:7

quiet dove
Nov 27th 2008, 10:45 PM
Linda, I am speechless and about in tears. You are on your way to being a mighty worrier for the Gospel of Jesus Christ. You are a mighty warrior in Christ Jesus and your testimony is so powerful. I have told this before but will say it again, you are so very special in my heart. :hug:

paidforinfull
Nov 27th 2008, 11:57 PM
Linda, I am at a loss for words. It is unthinkable that someone would have to suffer so much in their life, and especially at so young an age. All I know is that God will wipe every tear from your eye, and heal all the wounds and scars which resulted from the abuse and heartache you have suffered through the years.

He is giving you a brand new beginning, and a brand new song. Praise the wonderful Name of Jesus!
God bless.
:hug:

cheech
Nov 27th 2008, 11:57 PM
2 Corinthians 1:3-4
3Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, 4who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God.

That is a fantastic testimony Linda! Now you must share the comfort God has given you with others. Blessed be God forever!

CoffeeCat
Nov 28th 2008, 05:30 AM
Thank you SO much for sharing your testimony! :hug: I'm so happy you're here with us on the board! God bless you now and always!

turtledove
Nov 28th 2008, 03:10 PM
Oh, God be praised! :pray:Thank you for sharing your testimony! :)

Ta-An
Nov 28th 2008, 07:21 PM
Linda, I'd love to share the words of this song with you.....



Just as I am without one plea
But that Thy blood was shed for me
And that thou bidst me come to Thee
Oh Lamb of God, I come


Just as I am and waiting not
To rid my soul of one dark blot
To Thee whose blood can cleanse each spot
Oh Lamb of God, I come


Just as I am, poor, wretched, blind
Sight riches, healing of the mind
Yea all I need in Thee to find
Oh Lamb of God, I come


Just as I am, Thy love unknown
Has broken every barrier down
Now to be Thine and Thine alone
Oh Lamb of God I come


Just as I am of that free love
The breatdth, length, depth and height to prove
Here for a season, then above
Oh Lamb of God, I come

MercyChild
Nov 28th 2008, 07:50 PM
Linda, I'd love to share the words of this song with you.....

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Thank you so much for those words. It is truely inspiring and true!:hug:

JesusReignsForever
Nov 28th 2008, 08:39 PM
What a absolutly heart felt testimony, Welcome to the Family My Sister! :hug::kiss:

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Seeker of truth
Nov 29th 2008, 01:02 AM
What a moving testimony :hug: I am just about speechless :cry:

Ta-An
Nov 29th 2008, 09:01 PM
I was borne on Friday 13th. Funny that the old people believed that Friday the 13th was cursed. And there it happend I was born on Friday the 13th, and for many times I have been told that I am just a curse to life.
I was a unwanted child, born with the wrong sexuality and a very sick baby that was not suppose to be alive.

.hey, you see, it was in August :pp the 8th month, which is one better than the perfect 7...... that is a BLESSING!!!That cancels out the curse :ppYES!!!!

Not unwanted by G_d!!!!

He breathed life into you!!
He loves you,
He loves you
He loves you!!!
:pp

karenoka27
Nov 29th 2008, 09:22 PM
Linda...just wanted to send a hug your way...:hug:

Ta-An
Nov 30th 2008, 07:54 AM
According to Ps 118:25, it is the person who is seen as "Not suitable' that is used for a keyposition in G_d's Kingdom.

Buck shot
Dec 1st 2008, 05:10 PM
Praise God from whom all blessing flow! :hug:

Walstib
Dec 2nd 2008, 04:41 PM
Dear sister,

To read your words it humbles me to consider someone who has came through deeper valleys than I on the path toward our Father. None of us are more of less guilty before we come but I consider it a blessing to be able to relate to thieves and addicts having been there myself.

I admire those who never got into these things in their life but I would not be who I am without going through what I did. My wife has only once had a sip of alcohol, I took enough LSD I developed a stutter, together in Jesus there is no distance between us. The Body of Christ as a whole we all have need of each other to keep a balance I think. Thank you for the balance you have given me.

May our Father shower you with His blessings and continue to reveal the peace in your heart through His Son, without whom we would have no Hope.

Joe

Kings Daughter
Dec 17th 2008, 09:52 AM
Wow your testimony is awesome!
All glory, honour and praise to our Lord God Almighty.
No matter what the enemy tells you, there is NO condemnation in Christ Jesus.
You are His.....

primeminister85
Dec 23rd 2008, 01:25 AM
Although I am sure all of those years hurt more than I will ever know, it is a testimony of the love of God when we can smile through it all. Christ forgave the sinner who was on the cross next to Him, just for believing in His power and that is all He asks of us. Sister, continue to lean on Christ EVERY day. Look at 1 Corinthians 10:12-- Wherefore let him that thinketh he standeth take heed lest he fall. If you continue each day to seek the Lord, the enemy will not be able to do anything with you. I just want you to know that the Lord is always ready and waiting to fight your battle (2 Kings 6:15-18). Stay reading the words of Christ Woman of God. I love you!!!!!

Dude
Jan 19th 2009, 04:56 PM
It is sad to see what you went through in your life. I am so glad you found Jesus and I pray you learn to lean on him more and more for your answers in your life. :hug:

iconoclast2012
Jan 20th 2009, 02:52 PM
.....wow sister....what a powerfull testimony!!!!!....thank the lord for deliverance...may the spirit of the lord bless & keep u allways......

GodsamazingGrace77
Jan 28th 2009, 06:06 PM
Your testimony brought tears to my eyes, what an amazing and loving God we have! :pp I am still crying right now, God Bless you! :hug:

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