My Story

[jaimeebrianne]

I’ve finally decided to post my “story,” and I never realized how hard it would be to get it all together. It’s also a little scary for me because my past is something I’ve always kind of tried to keep to myself. However, as cliché as it may sound, I think I will find this therapeutic, considering I have never taken the time to actually think

Comments

[pannell0616]

I think it is awesome to see you open up and share your life like that. Until now, I felt as if I knew you rather well. However, it wasn't until reading your post that I realize I didn't know you at all. We have a lot of things in common. Its awesome to see how God has worked and is continuing to work in your life.

[gblackwell]

Unlike Pannell, I really don't know you at all. But, I appreciate your candor. I think that vulnerability among the Body of Christ is so important and so overlooked. We think strength and pride is good for some reason. But, God is glorified so much more through my downfalls and short comings than He could be if I were perfect. He is glorified more because His Love and Grace are amplified when given freely to people such as us. My past is very similar to yours in many respects. My parents were never divorced and I've never been a cheerleader but the sex and alcohol are huge blots on my heart that I still have problems forgiving myself over to this day. God's forgiveness came instantly, but my forgiveness may never fully come. Admitting you are imperfect forces you to acknowledge the perfection of God. Without His perfection as an example, we could never see our own depravity. Thank you for your post. It is encouraging to hear a sister in Christ speak so openly about what makes her human. I see God glorified in your weakness. Afterall,

[anonymous]

Wow! I am so proud of you Jaimee for sharing your testimony with everyeone you can. It is so awesome to see how God is working in your life. You have encouraged me to grow in my faith and in so many other ways. I have recently rededicated my life to Christ and will be baptized very soon. It is exciting to watch how God works through peoples lives around us.
Oh, and a little tip for all of you who are not blessed enough to know Jaimee, DON'T try to argue with her because she will always be right no matter what the situation. I would want her as my lawyer anyday!

-budaboo