Revised Testimony

A Beginning of an Adventure….a year no one will forget-1997:

If we endure hardship, we will reign with him. If we deny him,
He will deny us. (2 Timothy 2:12, New Living Translation)
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My life is an interesting story. When I was born, the doctors knew I had medical problems. It was because of these problems that they said “He’ll die at age 17”. Not much assurance for my parents. During my elementary years, I was picked on a lot. Mostly for my looks, but a lot had to do with the fact I was misunderstood. I had very few friends, if you can call them that. All but one person I knew remained devoted to our friendship. Her name was Amanda and I truly believe she was sent from God to rescue me from those dark times.
In 1997, I became a Christian. I was new to the whole religion thing so I needed guidance. Where did I turn to? Ministries was my answer. Many ministries in the world such as Billy Graham, Robert Schuller, etc. have my address stored someplace in their warehouses. After many months of trying to get a list together of ministries that I firmly believed in, I ended all contact with the ministry world. No famous ministry sent me letters, no one emailed me. I liked it that way, I admit.
Middle school came around and in the 7th grade, I had just become a Christian. However, I fell into lust with a girl named Grace. As it says in 1 John 2:15-16:
Do not love the world or the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all that is in the world--the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life--is not of the Father but is of the world. (New King James Version). This was true during my first relationship. It was based off of the flesh, and not the joy and fulfillment that comes from true love. Grace and I were very sexually active and it was not proper. One night, a voice called my name while I was reading a book. I heard it as clear as I hear someone speaking now. It said:
“Jesse, my child, my precious child….you are harming you. This relationship with Grace is not fruitful. It is built off of the deadly foundations of the flesh. I suggest you remove yourself from the picture.” Mind you it took longer than I expected for those words to kick into full throttle. I ended my relationship with Grace that year (199. My freshman year was spent in total torture. Grace made sure everyone knew we did not like one another. What she did exactly I don’t remember and for that I praise my Lord. During my sophomore year, Christ blessed me tremendously. I began attending a small community Church. My grandmother began coming with me, followed by my mom, grandpa, uncle, and cousin.
Anyways, during the past two years in my high school, I had a tough ride. In my junior year, I dated my best friend. Bad idea….that relationship lasted two weeks. The rest of the year was excellent. My mom, grandma, grandpa, and I all became members of SouthCross Community Church. I was baptized for the first time May 5th, 2002, and confirmed May 1st, 2000.

2005 and Beyond:
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It is now 2005 and I am graduating Friday June 3rd, 2005. As I look back on my faith walk since 1997, I find myself amazed at how mature I have gotten. Many people have commented how I am an influence to others. How I have to be the role model for my fellow seniors. I enjoy all the publicity, but often wonder…why me? Why do I have to get all this attention? It is then that I realize its because of the love of Christ that I am getting this. The Lord wants to bless me, so in return, I can be a blessing for others.

My life of faith has not been easy. It has gone through trials and temptations. I have seen death, sickness, and many more horrors. However it’s the little things…the daily miracles that I am amazed at. I’ve gone through two United Teens Encounter Christ retreats, helped five people rededicate themselves to the Lord, and much more. Those things are important, but what really matters is that I am alive! To be a living witness for the Lord, is the ultimate boon in life. When I die, I know I will go to Heaven and life with the Saints for all Eternity.

To God Be the Glory Forever and Ever,
AMEN!

Jesse Raymond Bassett
May 29, 2005

[Baggs]

Wow! Yet another member of AY who has had an incredibly fruitful and interesting life! I'd write my own testimony, only I haven't really got anything that even slightly compares to these stories. I'd like to say well done for sticking with God throughout all this. Splitting up with your girlfriend because you were too physical -input from God or not- must have been pretty difficult. At least, it would be for me, but then I've never been in that situation. Congratulations on all that you have done, it's a heart-warming tale.

Baggs

[Jelliebabies]

Originally Posted by Baggs

Wow! Yet another member of AY who has had an incredibly fruitful and interesting life! I'd write my own testimony, only I haven't really got anything that even slightly compares to these stories. I'd like to say well done for sticking with God throughout all this. Splitting up with your girlfriend because you were too physical -input from God or not- must have been pretty difficult. At least, it would be for me, but then I've never been in that situation. Congratulations on all that you have done, it's a heart-warming tale.

Baggs

thats is an amazing testimony,
byt Baggs you shoudl never think like that even the most not interesting of testimonies could bless someone! x

[Church Girl]

This year January 14, I was hit by a car. It was a hit and run. I thank God that Iam still alive and that I didn't get any broken bones. I'm still alive and well.