We are so excited to share the stories of two girls that recently graduated from the St. Louis home. Here are their encouraging testimonies of freedom!
Kerri’s Story:
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| Kerri far left - Tammy far right |
For nearly eight years of my life, I lived behind so many lies trying to appear perfect. This all started the summer after my freshman year in college. I wanted to fit in so badly, and I believed that if I was skinny enough, others would like me. I initially started dieting, but this quickly turned into and eating disorder. Anorexia and bulimia soon ruled my life. Although my life was a mess, I was not willing to give it up because my bondage was my comfort. Eventually I got married, and when my eating disorder began to affect my marriage, I knew I needed help. My husband gave me the choice to get help or we would separate because he could no longer take the lies. Some time after that, I found out about Mercy Ministries.
While I was a resident at Mercy, I found acceptance and my true identity. I fell in love with the God who made me. I learned patience and how to lay things down at God’s feet—how to trust Him to work all things out. God also worked in my marriage in such a huge way. Now, my husband and I are closer than ever. There are no more secrets within our relationship. My whole identity is now securely based in Christ. My life has been changed in a way I never believed possible.
After I leave Mercy, I look forward to finding a job as a teacher. My husband and I have also decided to start planning a family. Before Mercy, I never thought freedom could exist like this, but now I am ready to walk it out!
Tammy’s Story:
Before I came to Mercy, I was completely lost in my own world. I struggled with alcoholism, an eating disorder, and self-harm. I was severely depressed and used all of these things to cope with a past of sexual, emotional and physical abuse. I heard about Mercy Ministries many years ago while attending a Point of Grace concert and so I decided to apply.
Since I have been at Mercy, I have grown tremendously in my relationship with God. He has shown me that my sins have been paid for so that I don’t have to keep paying the price. I now view myself the way that God views me. I know that He has forgiven me and that he loves me. Just knowing that I am a beautiful princess to Him has freed me from a life of death!
Once I graduate, I am going to return home and live with parents and sister. Eventually, I would love to return to school. For right now though, I am going to use my testimony of freedom to help others who are struggling. I am so excited to enjoy the life that God has restored for me.
Congratulations Girls—We are very proud of you!
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