JUNE 4th, 2008- I'm baptized!! It was the most amazing, most holy thing I have ever experienced. I have never felt so close to God ever in my life! I was shaking as Ms. Lisa (who was baptizing me) was helping me into the jacuzzi and as i was thinking of the singing angels watching us from Heaven, Satan's scream of fear, and the huge grin on God's face. When Ms. Lisa plunged me into the water, tears sprung. Have you ever cried under water? It seems to make you cry even harder. I could feel the Holy Spirit emerging from the water into my soul. And I can still feel it now, and I'll never forget the feeling. I was a new person when Lisa lifted me up out of the water, I saw the people around me and the world around me differently. I didn't know that I would feel physically different, I thought it was only spiritual. I was way off. "Welcome to the family", Lisa said as we squeezed each other tight. I didn't want to get out of the water, for the Holy Spirit was still in it. I could feel it. And I didn't want to leave it, I just wanted to soak in it. But when i reluctantly did get out I was greeted with more treasured "welcomes" and hugs and I will never forget any of them.
So yes, now I am walking closer with God, but Satan has stuck a target on my back. I am now a sign of strength which just tempts Satan even more. But if I stay in the Light of my Lord and Savior I will survive any arrow Satan throws at that me. Because Satan can send any form of temporary arrows into the Light, but he's too much of a coward to step into it. My soul is locked in eternity, and I can feel it. I learned so much that day, things that will make up my future and it ignites a fire in my bones that will never simmer down.
I'll post clearer pictures later. :)
Thursday, June 5, 2008
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CONGRATS LIZZIE!!!!!!!
Praise God!! I'm so excited for you!!
Congratulations Lizzie! I was flooded with memories from my baptism, reading your wonderful witness for yours.
That's so wonderful! Congrats :)
Missy
(nicolas'mom)
thats great . i haven't been babtized yet. i'm scared to.but i want to so much.please pray for me if you don't mind
Thanks for sharing Lizzie.
LIZZIE!!!!!!!!! I am so happy for you! Why didn't you invite me?!?!? Baptism is such a holy experience. I'm glad that you were able to fully realize the enormity of your decision! I am also glad that you realize that Satan will be attacking you even harder now. Every time we make a step toward God, you can count on Him to try and pull you back. Being aware is half the battle, though! Daily put on the armor of God and stay close to Him in prayer. And always remember that, "Greater is He that is in you then he that is in the world!"
Praising God with you and for you!,
Cara
Praise God Lizzie!!! That's wonderful! Ditto to what Lara & Cara said. You are an amazing testimony to the love & power of Jesus!
Rising to walk in newness of life- Isn't it wonderful? I'm so happy for you, Lizzie!
THANKS EVERYONE!!
Jessica- of course i'll be praying for you! its the most amazing thing ever! i'm sooo glad that it is something that oyu are considering!!
Cara B.- OH MY GOSH!! i can't believe i didn't invite you!! it totally slipped my mind!! I am SOO sorry! How could i ever make it up to you?!
THANKS AGAIN EVERYONE!!
I'm lost for words again! I'm so proud of you Liz!
hey lizzie! i'm so happy and excited for you! God has already done amazing things in your life, i know He will continue to to so! i'm so glad you have imitated Christ in being baptized!
wow! lizzie, baptism is a fantastic step! it's so wonderful emerging from that water! keep seeking first His kingdom!
what an inspiration. this is beautiful lizzie!
YeeeeeHaaaaaa!!!!!!!!
Yes indeed welcome to the family!
What an amazing blessing you are.
I love you.
blue
Awesome!!!!!
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