Hi guys, my name is Chloe, and I am so excited, as well as sorta nervous, to be here and share my testimony today. I was blessed to be born into a Christian family, so I knew who God was since I was a baby. But I don’t think I’ve ever really tried to learn and understand God until I was in grade 7. Over the years, God has always been by my side, encouraging and helping me through my best and toughest times. He gave me a wonderful family, as well as amazing friends and mentors to guide me. And when I look back into the past years, there are so many more incredible things that He has done for me, that I don’t realize! God has led me to this decision of baptizing through many people and so many answered prayers. Through prayers, God was always able to present Himself to me, allowing me to recognize that He is indeed the true God.

I don’t know about you guys, but I always had a fear when I thought about baptism. I felt like I was not prepared enough to get baptized. It felt like I needed to read the bible more, or I had to serve in the church more, for me to gain a ticket to be baptized. It wasn’t until recently that I understood that baptism isn’t the end goal of my faith, but it is just a first step to declaring my faith. I remember the baptism guide was comparing the symbol of baptism to a wedding ceremony. It instantly struck me how similar both concepts were: postponing my baptism would be a visible representation of how much “I love” God; if I am truly committed, and love God with all my heart, then I shall declare Him publicly, letting all of the world know how He is my one true God.

Colossians 2:5 says, “for though I am absent from you in body, I am present with you in spirit and delight to see how disciplined you are and how firm your faith in Chris is.” It is comforting to know that I will always be loved by God no matter how sinful I am. And today, I hope I’ll be able to reciprocate His love for me, by baptizing in His name with you all as my witness.