Today’s a big day for me. I turned seventeen (Ha, ha!! Not really.) But it is my birthday today! Time for cake!!!
My birthday is pretty darn special to me for many reasons. The most important reason? I’m still alive. That may not seem very exciting, but eighteen years ago a series of God-fortunate events led me to a pit. (I say God-fortunate because I believe ALL THINGS work for the good of those who love Him and are called according to His purpose.) I battled with severe depression, compulsive cutting, and suicidal ideation. Eighteen years ago, I had my stomach pumped in an emergency room for overdosing on aspirin.
It was bad y’all.
But God….
God delivered me. He set me free. Eighteen years later, I am depression free. I am cutting free, and I LOVE LIVING 🙂
“He lifted me out of the slimy pit, out of the mud and mire; he set my feet on a rock and gave me a firm place to stand.”
Psalm 40:2
So I woke up this morning, happy to still be on planet earth!!! I’m ready to rock another year of life.
It’s 8:30am my time, and so far I’ve had a pretty productive morning. I spent some time in the Word.
I jotted out my to-do list. (I can’t help having a to-do list, even on my birthday!) And I wrote in my journal.
I had a time Communion and prayer with my husband, mom, and children. We declared God’s promises over our lives, our destinies, our home, and our family. We also thanked the Lord for His death and resurrection which gives us new life.
It’s been a good day, and it’s only just begun. I’m also guest blogging today at Putting on the New. I’m talking about Eating This Book, my personal goal of reading through the Bible this year (something I’ve never done). Hop on over there and say hello!
If you’re in a pit today, know that God works ALL THINGS for your good. Have a great weekend!
Happy birthday to my favorite Christian author. Your article made my heart glad.
Thank you, Crystal!
What a powerful testimony! Thanks for sharing it on your special day. Sounds like you’ve had the perfect start to your day. You’ve inspired me to start mine out in the same way.
Yeah!!! I’m all for starting the day off right.
Hi Preslaysa,
What a beautiful testimony. Thanks for sharing your story. I’m sure it will uplift everyone who reads your words.
Lisa Wells
Thank you, Lisa! Hugs.
Happy Birthday! May God shower you with abundant blessings. May your testimony reach out and turn eyes to the One who is the hero of our stories.
Yes! We have to point to Him 🙂
Happy, happy birthday! What a fabulous testimony to God’s goodness and mercy over you. May you have many many more birthdays to celebrate His love for you.
Thank you, Deborah!
Thank you for sharing your testimony.
You’re welcome, friend!
I.WANT.THAT.BIRTHDAY.CAKE.. Yum!
Great post! Thank you for being so transparent. You are inspiring. Hope your birthday and entire year is filled with God’s joy.