Hello everyone, my name is Janice and I’m so excited and thankful for the opportunity
to share my testimony with you today. Growing up, I was fortunate to be surrounded by
Christian influences. My family introduced me to Jesus at a young age, and I was taught
about His love and grace. However, for much of my life, my faith felt like something I
knew about rather than something I truly lived out. While I believed in Jesus, I often
struggled to reflect Him in my attitudes and actions. I would focus on my own desires,
become impatient, and at times, drift away from the path He calls us to walk.
That began to change during an online church service in 2022. After listening to Pastor
Randy’s sermon, my mom and I sat together to talk about what it really means to accept
Jesus into your heart. At that moment, I felt ready to take that step. We prayed together,
and I asked God to forgive my sins, to lead my life, and to help me follow Him. I’ll never
forget the peace I felt after that prayer, knowing that I had invited Jesus into my life.
Since that day, my life has been changing. I’m learning to live more like Jesus and to
love others the way He loves us. I’m still growing, but I’ve found so much joy in my faith
and in trusting God to guide me.
Baptism is something I’ve always wanted to do. I knew it was an important step in
publicly declaring my faith and committing to follow Jesus. But it wasn’t until I went on a
mission trip to Meadow Lake, Saskatchewan, that my decision to get baptized solidified.
During that trip, I was able to see firsthand what life without Jesus can look like. I heard
heartbreaking stories from youth who were facing broken families, mental health
struggles, and addiction. It opened my eyes to how much people need Jesus and how
His love can transform lives.
I was also inspired by Tim and Judy, who hosted us during the trip. Their commitment to
Christ and the way they live out their faith every day were powerful examples of how a
life centered on Jesus can make a lasting impact. Their joy, purpose, and dedication to
serving others made me realize how much I want to live fully for Christ too.
I remember one time at dinner Tim said this verse and I would like to share it with you
all. It’s from 1 Peter 5:7 – “Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you.” This
verse reminds me that I can trust God with every worry and burden, knowing He is
always with me and deeply cares for me.
I also want to take a moment to thank the people who have helped me on my faith
journey. My family, especially my grandparents, have been such incredible examples of
what it means to live for Christ. I’m grateful for my friends, Sunday school teachers for
their support, encouragement, and Pastor Calvin for the baptism classes that have
helped me grow in my faith and understanding of God’s Word.
Today, I’m ready to take the step of baptism as a public declaration of my faith and a
commitment to live for Jesus. I’m so thankful for God’s love, grace, and patience in my
life, and I’m excited to continue growing in my relationship with Him.
Thank you.