On Sunday, amongst a host of other celebrations, we had the privilege of witnessing our dear sister Leng get baptised!
She gave a powerful testimony of how the Lord saved her. We’ve attached it here for those who may have missed it. We hope it blesses and encourages you!
I was raised in the Catholic faith in the Philippines, where I learned about the Trinity: God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. While I had a general knowledge of God as a supreme being to be worshipped and praised, my understanding of how real faith works was limited. I believed that as long as I knew some Bible stories and lived a life that was kind to others, I was secure in my place in heaven. For me, it was a simple equation: God plus good works equaled salvation.
Despite this belief, I often felt a profound emptiness within me. Even as I pursued my own education, built a career, and started my own family, something felt missing—an emptiness that no temporary fulfilment could satisfy. I felt a calling to draw closer to God, but my understanding remained superficial. I attended church and read the Bible, but my grasp of its deeper spiritual implications was limited. I knew I needed to seek God more earnestly.
Two years ago, my journey took a significant turn when I moved to this country and my cousin Daven invited me to this church. It was through this invitation and participating in the Alpha course that my faith began to take on new dimensions. I vividly remember a Bible study on John 1:1 with CJ, where I encountered a transformative truth: Jesus is the living God who takes away the sins of the world, including mine. For the first time, I understood that salvation is not about my efforts or good works but about the finished work of Jesus on the cross.
Before placing my faith in Jesus, I relied on my own wisdom and strength and failed to recognize the extent of my sin. But as I accepted Jesus as my Savior, it was as if a sleeping giant within me awakened. I became acutely aware of my sinfulness and my need for a Savior. This new awareness deepened my faith, as I realized that through Jesus alone, I could be saved.
Now that I have placed my faith in Him, my perspective on life has shifted profoundly. As a mother of three, I recognize my responsibility not only to provide for my children financially but also to nurture them spiritually by sharing the good news of salvation. I am committed to guiding them in the faith that has so dramatically transformed my own life.
Today, I am here to be baptized as a public declaration of my faith in Jesus Christ. This act symbolizes my commitment to follow Him and to live out the salvation I have received through His grace alone.
Thank you for being a part of this significant moment in my faith journey. I look forward to growing in my relationship with Jesus and continuing to embrace the fullness of life He offers.
