New Believer Interview with Bill
Tell me about your journey to faith in Christ?
Grew up in church, stopped going when I was 13. When I was 24 I went to jail and found the Purpose Driven Life book. It was like a re-awakening. The Freedom House has been the biggest step for me to pursue Jesus.
What helped you the most to step over the line and make the commitment?
Thinking back to my childhood. I found that when I take control, I don't go anywhere. I can't handle life on my own. I need Jesus.
What has been the best part of becoming a Christian?
The fellowship, opportunities and the peace of mind.
What has been the most challenging part of following Christ?
Trying to correct my bad habits. Like cursing.
What do you think is helping you grow the most in your faith?
Again, the fellowship and being around people who are so into the Lord. It encourages me.
What advice for me in helping others to come to Christ?
Take an honest look at your own life and compare it to what you see in the people around you.
Bill is new to the Freedom House (as of this week) and is also very new to the body of Christ. His cousin, Wes Caple (of Bethel AG) was and is still a strong support for Bill. Although Bill grew up inside the church, his parents where not very good at living out the faith that they learned on Sundays. So Bill followed in their shadow and ended up spending a lot of his late teenage and young adult years in and out of prison. It was not until just a few months ago that Bill rededicated his life to the Lord. I really enjoyed Bills story and answer to the questions. You would think that he spent a lot of time in solitary confinement, with how much he wants to talk and tell you. I specifically enjoyed what he said to question 6. The foundation of love should come from within. I think that an examination of my inner man and a prayer for God to make me aware of the debt he paid is in order almost every day, if not more.
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