Annabelle Wooten

A couple years ago I did not know Jesus at all. I was going through a tough time too. My mom had cancer. At that time my grandma and grandpa started to take me to church and when I walked in and heard the music start to play, I felt what I had not felt in a long time — happiness! Being in the presence of God gave me so much comfort. I started learning about Jesus and praying to Him to take away my fears. When my mom got better, I invited her to come to church with me. I know that God brought me to church to feel happy and to show me that I do not need to be afraid. He helped to take my mind off my mom's cancer and now she is all healed and healthy! Now when I am stressed, I know to turn to God and pray he will guide and comfort me. I know that Jesus has brought me to church and put me in a safe and good place that makes me feel happier than I was before I knew Him! I feel so much more connected with the church and my family because of God! The Bible verse that I was dedicated with, a few years ago, is one that brings me a lot of comfort and reminds me of Jesus’ love for me. Romans 15:13 — “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”