My journey with Jesus began not with faith, but with a question: Who truly was this man who claimed to be the savior of the world? This skepticism lingered even after I opened my heart to Him, prompted by Christians who shared His story. I became a regular churchgoer, soaking in the teachings of His love, yet a profound doubt remained.

I wrestled with the concept of "dying with Christ." It felt like a poetic idea, but not a practical reality. After all, what human doesn't fear death? This question became a barrier in my heart.

I was scheduled to meet with a respected pastor, and I discussed this very doubt with my wife beforehand. We agreed that if the opportunity arose, we would finally seek an answer. But God had a more direct plan. We met the pastor, and after a brief greeting, his first words to me were, “Do not be concerned about the idea of dying and living with Him.”

I was stunned. He then proceeded, one by one, to address every other unspoken question and hidden concern that my wife and I shared. It was as if he could read our hearts. I looked at my family and said in awe, “Jesus just answered every question we were waiting to ask.” It was an undeniable, personal message from God. In that moment, the foundation of my faith became solid rock; my intellectual doubts were swept away by divine revelation.

My entire family and I chose to be baptized, sealing our commitment. Since that day, our trust in Jesus has been absolute. We begin and end each day in prayer and Scripture, finding guidance and peace in His Word. My heart is filled with a joy I've never known—a peace that makes me quick to hear, slow to speak, and slow to anger. My life is full, and I give all the glory to Jesus Christ.