My Spiritual Journey:
Encountering God and Embracing Faith

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From Darkness to Light: My Darkest Moments

Six years ago, I found myself in a dark place — spiritually, physically, emotionally, mentally. Toxic relationships, alcohol addiction, and an autoimmune disease (type 1 diabetes) led to a severely depressed, anxious, unhealthy version of myself.

There were multiple occasions when I landed myself in the hospital due to the lethal combination of alcohol consumption and uncontrolled blood sugar levels. My final week-long, comatose stay at the hospital shook me to my core and forced me to take a much-needed reflection on my life.

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The Wake-Up Call: Sobriety vs. Addiction

The first night home from the hospital was perhaps the longest night of my entire life. For hours, I lay awake, wrestling with questions about the meaning of life and my purpose. Suddenly, I heard a clear and resounding voice in my mind:

 “LIFE or DEATH?”
“ALCOHOL or YOUR SON?”

(This haunting ultimatum echoed relentlessly, compelling me to make a definitive decision.) 

Never before had I considered this undeniably black-and-white reality. My “Dark Night of the Soul”, however, forced a perspective shift that left me with only one conceivable option… and, well, I think it’s safe to say that you can all guess the choice I made! 😉

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Surrendering to God: A Turning Point

Deciding to embark on a new journey was essentially the easy part; the real challenge lay in creating an entirely new lifestyle void of toxicity and, instead, replaced with healthy alternatives, behaviors, & boundaries. Eliminating alcohol as my go-to liquid fuel source & only crutch for confidence, I found myself starting over as this vulnerable, scared, and uncertain hollow vessel. The ONLY thing that remained was hope. Therefore, I fully understood there was no way I could endure this journey alone.

I felt broken, utterly weak, lost, and alone. Through tears and desperate prayers, I reached the point of complete surrender to God. I earnestly begged Him to hear my heart and respond to my soul’s call, if He was anywhere out there listening…

Divine Encounter: Embracing God’s Presence

During a deep meditation session, I experienced an undeniable encounter with God. His Holy Spirit enveloped me, flooding my being with an overwhelming sense of peace, joy, bliss, and indescribable love.

In that profound moment, every cell in my body seemed to vibrate with His Love. What’s more, I could vividly perceive God’s Presence radiating throughout the external world. Colors became more vibrant and my connection with all of creation intensified.

In those precious moments, I truly understood God as omnipresent love; the very essence of love that permeates both within and beyond all creation. This experience forever changed me, and my life has never been the same since.

The Growth of Faith: Lessons from My Journey

As I look back on my past, I’m struck by the growth I’ve experienced through grace and faith. It has instilled patience within me during times of uncertainty, compassion, and forgiveness towards those who’ve hurt me, and the resilience to face adversity with unwavering trust.

Of course, my journey hasn’t been without its challenges! There were times when I questioned my faith and faced difficult trials. However, through each challenge, my faith only grew stronger. I learned that doubt is a natural part of this journey and can actually lead to even deeper faith when faced with sincerity and openness.

In conclusion, my faith has been the guiding light in my life. It has given me strength during the toughest times and offered boundless comfort. Hopefully, my journey has illustrated the transformative power of faith and has inspired you to explore or deepen your own.

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