Hi! My name is DeLacey, and I'm from Texas. At 54, I've embraced God's grace to create a website to share my faith journey. I want to witness, testify, and reflect on the trials and tribulations that have strengthened my dependence on God. I wouldn't have overcome my challenges without His incredible grace and mercy. God is truly awesome!
I encountered fierce battles when the devil tried to undermine me, facing unexpected traumatic events. I lost my father, my job, and all my so-called friends. I endured persecution and humiliation, feeling broken in every way—financially, mentally, medically, and spiritually. My experience mirrored that of Job in the Bible. I believed I would die and even wished for it. The pain in my head and heart was overwhelming; I felt utterly defeated, yet through it all, I discovered resilience and hope.
For a year, the devil had me isolated in my room, and I didn't eat or do anything, believing my life was over. But through constant prayer and attending church every Sunday, I held on. After two years, I began to lift my hands and say, "Lord, I am still here." Something in me pushed me to step out of my darkness. My paranoia and hallucinations were fading, and my mental state was improving while I continued praying and attending church.
By the third year, I began venturing out more and engaging with people at my church. Though it was challenging to rebuild trust, I regained my strength and found my smile! Despite still being financially, mentally, and medically broken, I knew that God was my provider and healer, renewing my Spirit and mind. I had faced some of the darkest days of my life.
Three and a half years later, I reflect on how God has brought me through. He is more present in my life than ever before. I realize that friends and family did not pull me through; they couldn't grasp the struggles I faced. It was God who was there for me during every dark hour. He was healing me from within, even when the process felt painful. Looking back, I understand that a genuine relationship with God extends beyond merely attending church.
Now, I serve and submit to God rather than to myself. I mean it—serve and submit! I once found myself serving others daily, but serving God through the Fruit of the Spirit was a struggle. I made excuses to shy away from Christ, and the word "submit" stirred pride within me. Submitting what I couldn't see felt challenging, leading to excuses. In doing so, I conformed to the world's norms, and this is how I initially responded to my trials before my transformation.
 
Now, God has shown me how to love my family, whom I cherish deeply! We are all unique, and the trials and tribulations we face help us grow into better people. I could not be here today without my precious mother and brothers. My twin would accept no answer but "yes" when he took me to get help. I love my entire family so much!
I could place the blame on my friends for not helping me, as my flesh might tempt me to do. Yet, why hold onto malice and negativity after God has delivered me? Why waste my God-given energy on those who cannot bless me? My goal is to love each of them because I have experienced God's love and know whom I serve. Moving forward, I aim to serve God with all my heart! If I falter, which I know I will because I am not perfect, I will repent wholeheartedly and seek forgiveness. God is my everything! Get to know Him! Trust Him!