From Fear to Freedom in Christ
Today, I want to share the powerful story of of Hannah ( name changed for protection – from an Island in Southern Philippines
)- a story of faith, fear, and the incredible grace of Jesus Christ. Her journey to knowing Christ began in the most unexpected way, through a literacy education program led by Pastor E and his wife. What started as a desire to learn how to read and write became the doorway to a life-changing encounter with Jesus.
Through the program, Hannah not only gained literacy skills but also heard the message of God’s love for the first time. She learned about Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross, His forgiveness, and the hope of eternal life. Slowly, her heart began to open, and she started to believe in Him. But despite her growing faith, there was one thing that held her back—fear.
For years, Hannah carried a heavy burden. Every time she witnessed a baptism, something bad would happen in her family—a loved one would fall ill, or they would face a sudden family problem. She began to associate baptism with misfortune, and it filled her with terror. “If following Jesus brings trouble,” she thought, “maybe I should keep my distance.”
But God, in His infinite mercy, did not give up on her. Five days ago, He spoke to Hannah in a way she could never have imagined. She had a dream—a vision so vivid it felt as though she was awake. In her dream, she saw Jesus Christ shining in all His glory. He approached her, placed His hand on her shoulder, and said, “Hannah, your sins from the past and present are already forgiven. Do not be afraid; I am with you.” When she woke up, she felt a peace she had never known before. It was as if a heavy burden had been lifted from her heart.
This morning, Hannah made the decision to stop letting fear control her. She chose to trust Jesus completely and surrendered her life in water baptism. As she stepped into the water, she felt a sense of freedom and joy that words cannot describe. She knew she was not alone—Jesus was with her, and He had already overcome every obstacle in her life.
Hannah’s story is a reminder to all of us that fear does not have the final say. Jesus is greater than any challenge or fear we may face. He is calling each of us to come to Him, just as He called Hannah. He will forgive our sins, heal our wounds, and give us a new life filled with purpose and hope.
Today, Hannah is no longer afraid. She is a child of God, washed clean by His grace, and she knows that He will never leave her nor forsake her. Her story is proof that if God can do this for her, He can do it for you too. Trust Him, take that step of faith, and experience the incredible joy of surrendering your life to Jesus.
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