Testimony of Love - Colleen Snelling
1. How many years have you been following God?
I stepped out of the driver's seat of my life about 40 years ago. That decision marked the beginning of a long, refining journey—a process of pain, growth, and ultimately, transformation as I truly started to follow God.
2. How have you experienced light breaking into darkness?
There was a season in my life filled with deep pain and tears. Then, a powerful moment of realization hit me: I was forgiven, and God could mend my brokenness. In that moment, a radiant light pierced through the darkness, filling me with new hope and unfathomable joy—a dawn that reminded me of God’s constant presence even in my darkest hours.
3. How has God’s love been made known to you?
God’s love has revealed itself to me in both miraculous and everyday ways. Eighteen years ago, He guided the discovery of a malignant melanoma on my back, saving my life. He has rescued me from emotional despair and provided for me in the most unexpected ways, even when I had nothing left. I see His love reflected in the unwavering faith of my children, in the home He helped me secure, and in countless small details that remind me of His care every single day.
4. What role has confession played in your walk with God?
"If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness" appears in 1 John 1:9 Confession has been a cornerstone of my journey with God. I have learned to bring every lie and sin into the light, trusting that God is faithful to forgive and cleanse me. Regular confession has freed me from the chains of deceit, allowing me to live in His truth and walk confidently under His protective wings. It is this honest practice that has deepened my relationship with Him, helping me stay true to the path of righteousness.
More Testimonies of Love
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"I saw my sin clearly, yet I also saw His love and forgiveness."
Roy Bradley
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"From that moment on, my life changed forever."
Reuben Glenny
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"I have learned to live in the security of His acceptance and to rest in the centre of His love."
Barbara Maughan
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"Embracing community and living fully for Him brought a powerful light that pierced my darkness,"
Geoff Foat
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