Walking With God

In January, ten PVMC ladies went on the Walk to Emmaus, a spiritual retreat, and in February, eleven PVMC men went. One of the men shared his experience with me. He did not want to go because it was totally out of his comfort zone. It is hard for him to be put into a group of strangers and put himself “out there” or to give up control. After revival and Emmaus, God has grown his faith and trust in Him.

“The Walk To Emmaus was the best “walk”, retreat, conference, etc that I have ever been on. It opened my eyes, heart and mind and strengthened them. I was able to leave burdens there. Remember, I didn’t want to be with 28 strangers and I wasn’t for long. Over the 72 hours, I walked out with 28 new brothers! A closer friend in Jesus is even better than a close friend!” 

He said he realized that by the grace of God, he is still here. He got two eyes full of Jesus' love through the weekend, revitalizing and recharging his faith. “I was raised in church and I was a Christian, but God took that mustard seed and grew it into something huge. I was never one to talk about my faith, but now I am. I tell everyone that will listen about it. Even if you go to church and do Bible studies, I tell them that will all be strengthened. I now spend time praying for family and friends.  My ears were opened to hear God and trust His voice. When I think of this crazy world, I now say, ‘God, I trust You and I know You hold me in Your hands.’    

I will cherish, remember and be thankful for that weekend. Jesus was the common thread amongst those of us on that weekend. I want to be a better Christian. It is through my worship, revival, healing service and Emmaus that I now can share my own testimony. God is so good!”