I lost my mum and dad on the 11th of August 1999. After this happened, all around me I felt all alone. It appeared that nobody loved my younger siblings and me, so I decided to join a group of local cultists because I was searching for protection for my life.

We were nine in number that got initiated on a particular day, but two of us lost their lives and seven of us survived. The initiation process involved being tied up and blindfolded and beaten to a pulp by other cult members. During the process, I was beaten mercilessly and some of the things that were done to me during the initiation affected me. I started having severe abdominal pains. Part of the initiation rites was to stay indoors for three weeks and treat your wounds and say nothing to anybody. However, I started suffering from some unknown internal issues which resulted to pile, which has been a very heavy burden on me.

I located The Carpenter’s Church through my cousin, who is a member. My cousin preached to me and made me understand that there is no love and protection in the world. He led me to Christ and also, stood by me: praying and encouraging me with the Word of God.

After I gave my life to Christ, the group members came after my life. They wanted to burn down my house at some point and I had to go back to the cult. This, my cousin,refused to give up on me. He kept encouraging me and I finally left and even when they made attempts, God, in His infinite mercy, saved me. I still suffered from the pile. When I used the toilet, the experience was not good at all.

On the 24thof November 2019, during the service, I received my healing from the pile during the first service. I have been made completely whole by my merciful Father. I thank God for the salvation of my soul and His healing upon my life.

I may have lost my earthly parents but I am not alone. I have a Father.