Happy Birthday to me!!
No today is not my actual, earthly birthday. That won’t happen for another six months.
Today is my SPIRITUAL birthday. On December 28th, 1979, I was born into the family of God.
It happened at a youth conference in Macon, Georgia that our church youth group attended. I had walked the aisle of my church when I was twelve and was baptized, believing that I was saved. It wasn’t until three years later at the Youth Evangelism Conference that I truly understood that I had not been saved and I needed the forgiveness and grace of Jesus to cover my sins.
In the middle of 10,000 young people, during the altar call, I bowed my head and told Jesus that I was so sorry for the sin in my life that stood between He and I. I asked him to forgive me of my sin, come into my heart and live as the Boss, the King, and the Ruler of my life. That night I was born into a brand new family–God’s family.
It was the best decision I ever made. Have I always done what I was supposed to do as a Christian since that night? No. Have I always made my heavenly Father proud of me? Big NO! Has He continued to love me unconditionally no matter what I did? Yes! Does He offer me grace and mercy each moment of my life? Oh YES!!
Thank you, Jesus, that you came to this earth to die for me so that I could live with You forever. Thank you for loving me unconditionally, even when and especially when I mess up. Thank you that you live in my heart, helping me to be a little more like You every single day. I love you so very much!!
Four more days until we begin Challenge 2010. Scripture memorization is soooo important. I hope you are planning to join us. Go here to learn more.
