Crystal’s Testimony

I used to be a person who would jump into conflict, gossip about people behind their backs, and act out consumed by emotions of jealousy and rejection. I turned to drugs to cope with feelings and to fill the void of loneliness. I clung to relationships with others I thought I could fix so I didn’t have to look at fixing myself. When I couldn’t pay my bills, I sold drugs and even turned to prostitution. In desperation, I cried out to Jesus to please help me. I was so broken and in constant inner conflict. I knew this was not God’s will for my life. I knew I wanted to follow Jesus and that there was no excuse for the life I was living. A few days later I was arrested on July 12th, 2018 and have been in custody ever since. This prison sentence is the answer to my prayer.

During this time, I have studied the word in-depth. The Bible is the word of God, and it tells of his character. He is such an amazing God. He loved us so much that he created us to experience His love.

The closer I get to Jesus, the more my character has changed. I can honestly say I’m not the same person. I am even embarrassed by the way I used to be. I no longer jump into conflict. I am no longer consumed with emotions. I am filled with an inner peace that only Jesus can provide.

God sent an army to rescue me and now I am part of that same army helping lead others to Salvation. The power of the Holy Spirit has changed me; I am a new creation.

Crystal was baptized recently along with other women in her prison. This is her written testimony to the life-altering work God has been doing in her life.