Written by Amy Mathis, Iron Rose Sister Ministries Volunteer In New Mexico
Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect. (Ro 12:2 ESV)
I guess you could say I have had two transformations. The first one happened in March 2024, when I was “re-baptized” [story/explanation in a previous blog post]. After that, I thought I was doing well. I went beyond my comfort zone. I became more involved at church by organizing and leading two ladies’ Bible studies and speaking twice at both the fall and spring "Higher Ground" retreats. I even stepped up in more of a leadership role at work.
All that changed in June of 2024. At that time, I had a mental health break due to issues within my family. I attempted twice to get inpatient treatment at my local hospital, but due to factors beyond my control, I was unsuccessful. After that I chose outpatient treatment and found that God’s Word was true.
Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person has great powers as it is working. (Jas 5:16, ESV)
Thankfully, after seeing some providers that didn't fit, I was able to find a Christian therapist and started a therapy called EMDR [Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing]. Since August of 2024, I have made progress, but I am still working toward my goals.
And we all, with unveiled face, beholding the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from one degree of glory to another. For this comes from the Lord who is the Spirit. (2Co 3:18)
Because of this progress, I am finding the courage to finally get my driver's license when we move to Texas! I can now think of memories about my mother, without dwelling on the bad memories and, instead, remember the good times we had. I am reminding myself of the truth that my miscarriage was not my fault, as I had been thinking before.
So, I guess you can say that I am working on my second transformation and with my Lord and Savior's help, I can add to my imperfect testimony in Christ!
I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me. (Gal 2:20)
From Michelle J. Goff: Amy, thank you for bravely sharing your ongoing testimony of transformation! Thank you for sharing the truths In Scripture that have been significant for you in this process. And thank you for letting Christ be the author of your transformation.
Dearest reader of our blog: If you struggle with some of the similar lies and challenging issues within your family, I want to recommend one of our most popular books recently: Who Has the Last Word? Cutting through Satan's Lies with the Truth of God's Word. You will be guided to recognize the lie, replace the lie with truth, and remember the truth through a specific Bible verse. Let's join together In our Imperfect testimonies of transformation in Christ.
