I believe in God because 17 years ago, I found myself in a pit of depair having made a complete mess of my life. I remember one pivotal night when I felt more depressed and angry than usual, and looking up at the stars, I threw out a challenge: "if there really is a God out there, then make my life worth living". That was just the beginning. Although it was a few years after that moment before I committed my life to Jesus, looking back I can see how God answered my prayer-challenge right there and then, and gradually began to heal my battered emotions. He gave me back my life and I have never stopped thanking Him. 10 years into my Christian journey, I entered the Roman Catholic Church, and was confirmed two years ago. As a result, my faith has deepened and grown.

My life is not free of problems or troubles. In that respect, I am no different to anyone else. In the last year I have lived through a serious health scare and major surgery, but God was with me all the way and I was able to face the future without fear. Neither am I perfect! I make mistakes every day, sometimes really big ones, but God's love guides me and enables me to put things right. I am a sinner, but a sinner who has been forgiven; I am a frail human being, but my God is a God of strength! 

But it doesn't stop there ~ my purpose in life is to share Christ's love. St. Francis said "spread the Gospel, and if necessary, use words"; I believe in love in action, and try to put that into practise in my home, my Church, my place of work. God has blessed me with a listening job, and many opportunites to "spread the Gospel without words" simply by being there for others, and sharing their sorrows. 

God really did answer that angry prayer 17 years ago ~ MY LIFE IS 100% WORTH LIVING!