Jack Biggers
I was raised in a Christian home. I grew up attending church. I was involved in every aspect of the church (Sunday School, youth group, etc…) as a child, youth and young adult. I was there every time the doors of the church were opened. I knew all the “church” answers. I was a “good” person who had many people convinced, including myself, that I was on my way to heaven. In September of 1986 I realized that something was missing in my life.
After I graduated college and began to live and work in the “real” world, I realized that there was a void in my life. For months, I could not understand it. I had a great family, great friends and considered myself a success in the eyes of the world. Yet, that void within kept nagging at me. Then one evening a friend of mine was lead by God to approach me. He boldly confronted me and asked me did I have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. I was challenged not to dwell on my church membership or my “good” person qualities. I was challenged to search my heart and discover whether or not I had a relationship with Jesus. I swallowed my pride and confessed I did not have a personal relationship. I bowed that night with my friend and ivited Jesus into my heart.
Wow! What a difference it has been since that night that I prayed and invited Jesus into my heart. Believe me, there is a big difference between knowing ABOUT Himand truly KNOWING Him. How comforting to know that HE is with me all the time. HE loves me and wants the best for me every second of my life. My heart’s desire now is to tell others about HIS awesome love. I especially have a heart for those who attend church but do not have a relationship with HIM. I truly believe America would see another spiritual awakening if those sitting in the church pews this Sunday would examine their hearts and confirm that they have a personal relationship with Jesus!
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