Baptism Testimony Ben Hong
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Two weeks ago, my father suggested that I meet Pastor Lee to get baptized. I was reluctant and unsure but I agreed to at least meeting with Pastor Lee. In the past, I always refused a chance to get baptized because I never knew what it meant. I always thought that if you were baptized, you were never allowed to sin ever again.
However, when I met with Pastor Lee, he helped me understand that that was not what baptism was. He treated me to a delicious lunch and sat me down for some coffee. There, he explained to me that baptism was like a marriage ceremony: even after you’re married you’ll experience many rough patches—many of which will seem to jeopardize your marriage. However, the commitment the couple made to each other in the beginning means that in the end you will always love and be with each other.
Pastor Lee gave me an assignment that day: to talk to and meet with God over the youth camp. Honestly, I completely forgot about his request and came back from the camp without even trying to meet with God. But then I realized that I did meet God and he spoke to me.
Recently I’ve been doubting creation, and that was one factor that hindered me from believing. But while I was up in Mount Whitney, I saw what could never be created by chance or by some kind of scientific reason. God showed me the beauty of the infinite number of stars and the clouds shadowing over the indescribable mountains.
What he had to say to me could not be expressed in words. I have yet to fully understand who God really is and I don’t think that I ever will. But for now, I’ve decided to become one with him and rely on the promise he made to me in Matthew 28:20: “I am with you always, even to the end of the age.
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Ben, I was blessed by your testimony.
Even just 2 or 3 weeks ago, no one knew that you could come up with such beautiful testimony as this.
No one would deny that God was the one who orchestrated all this.
I believe, it went far back even before the Creation of the universe that He had you and I in His heart.
Can you believe that God created the very stars and the very mountain you observed, knowing that one day you would see them. But, most of all, when He sent His own Son, He had you and I in His mind.
He knew our needs and promised He will be with us always, even to the end of the age.
You mentioned the indescribable beauty of the stars and mountain. But, let me tell you, you are more beautiful than them before God. Though I wasn't there, I would say the same because you are so dear to many of us here.
I also have to say this: God honored our prayers, especially those of your parents. It was out of your father's prayer tha he suggested you met Pastor Lee, who also could say right word to you and suggested a right thing out of prayer for you. And many others also prayed for you and will do so continously
I am so grateful that you made such vow to Jesus, your Lord and my Lord. I don't doubt you would honor your vow until you stand before Him. I pray you may keep growing in Him as you spend more time with the Lord in prayer and study the word of God. God bless you.
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Thank you for your reflection. It gives an assurance that God is almighty creator and graceful care giver at the same time. It proves how much God loves you and has paid close attention to your every single step in your life, even in the time of doubt. When it was time He stepped in and persuaded your heart in His unique way. It is so beautiful to witness you willingly surrender to His love and sovereignty. Welcome to the God's family.
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Ben,
Do you remember our conversation a couple of weeks ago in a restaurant?
You have a gift to make everyone comfortable and you are a born leader.
God had chosen you as a Christian leader long time ago even before you were born, actually before the Creation.
Since you proclaimed your faith to the Lord among congregation, there is only one thing left.
Follow the God's plan especially prepared for you.
I have a strong faith on you that you are going to do that.
Start from Sunday worship.
Give all of your heart to the Lord and this is the beginning.
God will give you true blessing.
Congratulations for the decision you made and I'll keep praying for you.
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Dear Bejamin
It was my priviledge and honor that I could share the Word of God with you and bapize you.
Praise His name only, and congratulations to you.
May the Lord bless you and use you of your life for His special purpose.
I will keep praying for you.