Monday, February 7, 2011

Marriage Monday- My Testimony

Today on Marriage Monday, we are sharing our testimony. As most of you already know, I was an attempted abortion. So, at the beginning of my life, I was not wanted. That set my life on course for feelings of low self worth, and very much self hatred. All I wanted my entire life, was someone to truly love me, and care about me. Unfortunately, I was looking in all the wrong places, and only found abusive relationships. I was sexually abused by my stepfather, then kicked out by my mom who believed him, and not me. I was only 16 at the time, was forced to quit school, get a job, and live with neighbors. Needless to say, life only continued to get worse. But, at the age of 21, I met a wonderful man named Eddie(my lovebug), who very quickly became the love of my life. We were married on April 6th 1985, and will soon celebrate our 26th wedding anniversary. We started going to church in June 1989, I was saved on July 2nd 1989. Praise God, on that morning, I found the love I had been searching for my entire life. My Saviour had been with me from the very beginning of my life, He saved me from being an abortion. He continues to be with me daily, watching over me, and keeping me safe. Without Him, I would be totally lost, but with Him, I am victorious. Thank You Father. I am eternally grateful.

14 comments:

Carrie said...

what an amazing testimony you have! God has been so faithful, and He will be faithful again and again! Love you much,
Carrie

Anonymous said...

I praise our God for your lovebug, and I praise God for our Savior Jesus Christ!!!

God's Blessings to you and yours,

Lon

Nikki (Sarah) said...

I'm sorry you had to go through all that awful pain but so glad you ended up with Eddie....and knowing Him....

Jocelyn said...

You've had it rough, but our heavenly Father was with you all along and He will definitely continue to be with you and your lovebug. *hugs* Much love!

RCUBEs said...

Sis, thanks for your sweet thoughts, encouragement and the much needed prayer...God bless and love you in Christ. Praying all is well with you.

Beth in NC said...

What a beautiful testimony! I'm sorry you had to endure such darkness Denise, but I'm thankful God brought healing to your soul.

Love,
Beth

Joan Hall said...

Oh Denise - this is an amazing testimony. I'm thankful you found Eddie and of course, the Savior.

Blessings and joy,
Joan

JonaBQ said...

God loves you! keep holding on to His love :D
thanks for your comment in my entry! have a blessed day!

elaine @ peace for the journey said...

So glad for a life interrupted by the great love of God! He has brought you far; he will carry home.

Thanks for sharing your story.

peace~elaine

Anonymous said...

I have not talked to you in awhile, alot has happened here.
jeff and i sepperated

nice A said...

Praise God for your victory in Christ despite your awful past. God bless you and your lovebug.

Pia said...

denise, you really are such an inspiration. i mean, you have all the right to hate life but you didn't. you made use of your "garbage" and turned it to gold. our Father was with you all along. guiding you to your lovebug. so sweet.

Lisa notes... said...

Oh, Denise. I have chills reading your story. What a miracle you are. It boosts my faith in what God can do! He is good.

Susannah said...

You are loved indeed... and YOU share so much love with others.

Thank you for sharing your testimony of God's love and care for you. Keep on telling your story!

And thank you for joining us for Marriage Monday, Shortybear.

Love 'n Hugs, e-Mom ღ