25 years ago...

It's May 17th. This is a big day for me! 25 years ago today I gave my heart to Jesus, and surrendered my life to Him. As I end this day, I am reflecting on what that choice has meant to me…

25 years ago…
…I started the day a messed up teenage kid with no clue of why I was here, and a deep sense of sadness. I ended the day with a fresh perspective on life and joy on the inside.
25 years ago…
…I started the day feeling old, tired, and used up, I ended the day feeling like life had just begun, I felt alive for the first time in my life, and was full of hope for the future!

25 years ago…
…I felt alone when surrounded by friends. Today, I am never alone even when there is no human in sight.
25 years ago…
…I was a slave to my feelings. Today, I live by faith in God.
25 years ago…
…I lacked the self-control to say no to anything that sounded good. Today, by God’s grace I am submitted to the direction and conviction of the Holy Spirit.
25 years ago…
…I never went a day without trying get high on drugs or alcohol. Today, I never go a day without seeking the Most High God!
25 years ago…
…I was fatherless. Today, Father God is always here for me!
25 years ago…
…No one could trust me...I didn’t even trust me! Today, my beautiful bride and 6 amazing kids trust me to love, provide for, and protect them.
25 years ago...
...Most parents considered me a bad influence on their kids. Today, parents want their kids to hear what I have to say.
25 years ago…
…I had shallow dreams. Today, I am living the dream God gave me!
25 years ago…
…My life was defined by my experiences, reputation, and desires. Today, my life is defined by who God says I am, and who He has called me to be.
25 years ago...
...I was angry at the world. Today, I pray for the world.
25 years ago...
...I hit a dead end. Today, God's plan is becoming so clear!
25 years ago…
…I was a mess. Today, I am blessed!
~ Clint

2 Cor 5:17
This means that anyone who belongs to Christ has become a new person. The old life is gone; a new life has begun!