Robin Johnson

I was raised in an environment of faith. It seemed natural to believe when I was young because everyone else did. As I was growing up, I started struggling with depression and it lasted for 20+ years. During those years of depression, some days I struggled to hope. Many days – countless days – Christ would come to my rescue. It was always simple – maybe a song that came on the radio, or a scripture that answered a question. Some days it was the feeling of peace that came after a prayer, or a listening ear of a friend that was prompted to call me. Some days, the rays of the sun simply healed me, as they felt so much like being in the light of the Son.

An empty nester now, I have more time to connect with Him. I love to read the Bible and hear His words. I love to ask Him questions as I ponder what I learn. I love time to listen for His answers in my life. I cry every time I read about Gethsemane and the crucifixion and try to comprehend his sacrifice for us.

I testify that Christ lives and knows every person so intimately. I know that He loves each one of us. He gave His life for us, and in the process gained perfect empathy for all of us. He suffered our pains and sorrows and so and every time you think “No one would understand what I am going through…” think again. He knows you. He has felt your pain. In fact, He is the ONLY one that could completely understand all that you are feeling.

His love for us is infinite – which means it cannot even be measured. His love for us is eternal which means it never ends. There is nothing we can do to stop Him from loving us! I testify that Jesus Christ is our Savior, Redeemer, and friend.

Sending big hugs to you.
Robin