I would like to share a relationship-themed testimony. My story is about how relationships with people change when you start following Jesus and when you surrender everything to Him. He knows best how to solve any situation. It’s good and beneficial for us to be with God and to behave in such a way that shows we respect God and His recommendation for our daily life so we don’t try our own or evil ways.
„Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour.“ (1 Peter 5:8 NIV)
„ Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. 8 Come near to God and he will come near to you.“ (James 4:7-8 NIV)
My ex-partner and I parted ways 2 years ago. I had to leave him because we both are short-tempered. We were constantly arguing – this situation went on for 2 years but we always somehow found a way to each other, mostly for the sake of our daughter. We love her and want the best for her… But my ex had always been a nervous person, scolding me and leaving duties around our daughter solely to me. I had to beg him every time I wanted to make a deal with him. 4 months ago, I accepted Jesus as my Savior and surrendered my life to Him.
I started to faithfully pray and read Stano’s book Discovering the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Jesus is leading our Bible study and prayer group through Stano. I connected many dots when I took Stano’s and Vlada’s (also a member of our group) advice to heart. Suddenly, I saw spiritual meaning in my situation.
Miracles began! Things that were previously unsolvable started to be solved. I was so glad that as a family, we were able to reconnect with each other mainly because of not so favourable health condition of our daughter.
My ex started to spend more time with her which helped me a lot. He even bought flight tickets for us so we could spend some time by the sea. Everything has changed! No arguments or tension. We were honestly happy. We got to bond with each other over games and laughter. I think he understood some things: what’s really important, what a waste is to spend his time drinking with friends…
It was visible that Jesus was slowly working on his heart. He used to be a nervous, aggressive person – which was a reason why I left him. I didn’t want to live and raise my kid in such an environment. During the holiday, he told me that he was finally aware of his faults and that he couldn’t comprehend all the changes. He was jealous of how joyful I was and he didn’t want to waste his free time with friends anymore… He was trying to help me with our daughter and we didn’t have a single argument which was a miracle.
I was praying to Jesus for this! I was spiritually preparing for a holiday with him, so God’s power could fully show in us. Stano, Vlada and Barbora were also praying.
Glory to God for this! He truly performed miracles in our lives. He showed us His power and principles which are the most important in life.