My name is Kristi, and I have three children. Before I came to Baptist Children’s Home (BCH) three months ago, I was stuck in addiction and an abusive marriage until a social worker helped me get the information I needed to get out of our situation. I went to a treatment center and got the tools I needed to be sober. After I finished rehab at Northwest Treatment Center, I moved to Baptist Children’s Home.
It was a relief to settle into life at BCH. There was more freedom than at the treatment center. I began to feel safe, secure and stable. Each day, I get up before my children and enjoy some silence before getting them ready. Then I get them ready for daycare and get myself ready for work. After work, I have time to get some things done before getting the children and enjoying the evening with them.
Some of my favorite things to do are listening to music, making jewelry and reading. BCH recently went to a family fun center together, and I really enjoyed that. I also enjoy the cottage outings.
Some of my favorite things to do are listening to music, making jewelry and reading. BCH recently went to a family fun center together, and I really enjoyed that. I also enjoy the cottage outings.
In my small group, we are currently talking about the Sermon on the Mount. I am learning that actions alone are not what matters but the intention of our heart before the action. I had tried for so long to get myself out of my situation, but nothing ever worked. I know it was only the hand of God who could have pulled me out of the situation I was in and brought me here. So, I decided to trust Jesus as my Savior. I feel like I did not find Jesus; He found me. Now, I am leading my children to healing and to Jesus.
BCH has made me feel so welcomed. The staff that work at BCH are good and kind and make me feel safe. My children and I went from living in an uninhabitable home to a place where all our needs are met. I feel supported for the first time in my life, and I know BCH wants me to succeed. As I work toward finding a vehicle and a career that will support my children, I know BCH will encourage me on every step of the way.
In my small group, we are currently talking about the Sermon on the Mount. I am learning that actions alone are not what matters but the intention of our heart before the action. I had tried for so long to get myself out of my situation, but nothing ever worked. I know it was only the hand of God who could have pulled me out of the situation I was in and brought me here. So, I decided to trust Jesus as my Savior. I feel like I did not find Jesus; He found me. Now, I am leading my children to healing and to Jesus.
BCH has made me feel so welcomed. The staff that work at BCH are good and kind and make me feel safe. My children and I went from living in an uninhabitable home to a place where all our needs are met. I feel supported for the first time in my life, and I know BCH wants me to succeed. As I work toward finding a vehicle and a career that will support my children, I know BCH will encourage me on every step of the way.
Prayer Requests
Pray for my children to find healing and safety. Pray for my children’s father to find healing so he can be a good father. Pray for healing and direction for me.
