chapter 3
I used to attend First Baptist Church in Purcell, Oklahoma, but a lot has changed. Some people there don’t talk to me anymore. A brother in Christ, who I once had a good relationship with, has distanced himself and no longer wants anything to do with me. Others have even questioned my faith, but I’ve made it clear that I’m following the Lord and His will, not theirs. Despite the hurt, I didn’t want to leave because I was growing in the Lord and attending for Him, not for the people. However, the pain led me to stop interacting with others much.
Thankfully, I still have a good brother in Christ, Andy, who checks on me and helps fix my bike. My relationship with Bryan is also growing, and the Lord continues to open doors for me. It’s now April 2024, and I’ve started helping Tim Wilson, who pays me for the work I do. Having a side job while being on SSI due to what happened to me as a baby has been a blessing. Last year, I also helped Tim’s wife. I’m grateful for these opportunities as I follow the Lord’s calling. Now, I’ve moved on from First Baptist Church and am attending Landmark Church instead. page 3