A Journey to Truth: My Testimony of Faith and Baptism 2014

 

Since childhood, I have always been a child full of questions—more than most. I often wondered: Why are we born? What does it mean to live? What is the true meaning of death? Observing nature, I noticed that every living being has a clear purpose and follows its path effortlessly. Sea turtles, for example, hatch on the shores of Japan and instinctively navigate 8,000 miles across the open ocean, without a GPS or any guide, to the western coasts of North America—California and Mexico. And then, as if by an unseen force, they return to Japan when they are grown.

As science advances, we continue to uncover incredible mysteries and miracles of nature. As a child, I believed that birds were the greatest creatures in the world. How extraordinary they must be to have been given wings to fly! I admired them so much that I once tried to jump out of a window with my father’s umbrella, hoping to soar as freely as they did.

But if nature is so straightforward in its purpose, why do humans seem so different? If you’re Korean, you’ve likely faced the dilemma of choosing between jjajangmyeon and jjampong at least once in your life! Why is human life filled with such endless decisions? Why were we given the ability to think for ourselves and placed in a position where we must constantly choose? What does this all mean?

A year ago, after taking blood pressure medication for nearly four years, I became deeply interested in the human body—especially its ability to heal and regenerate. I learned that our bodies seem to already know how to heal themselves, automatically producing the necessary substances for recovery. With simple dietary changes, I was able to reverse my high blood pressure. However, I also noticed that no matter how well I ate, stress could still cause my blood pressure to rise again.

I began to realize that, just as a dog is attuned to its owner's emotions, our bodies respond to the state of our minds. This led me to study the Human Genome Project, where I discovered that many illnesses have roots in genetics. Modern science now confirms that not only our physical traits but also our thoughts, emotions, and even the habits and beliefs of our ancestors, spanning three or four generations, can significantly shape our bodies and minds. It made me wonder—what kind of being is a human, that such extraordinary things are happening within each of us? If our bodies possess such astonishing capabilities, then our minds must be even more incredible.

With excitement, I began studying the nature of the mind. And strangely enough, I felt as if I were being guided. Every time I had a question, the answer seemed to find its way to me. One discovery led to another, and I came across the wisdom of great scientists, philosophers, and theologians. Finally, when I encountered Stephen Hawking’s Big Bang Theory, the word Creator deeply resonated with me.

I couldn’t stop thinking about it for days. Eventually, I felt an undeniable urge to read the Book of Genesis. The experience was unexpected, but since I had already begun my search, I decided to continue as if I were reading a bestseller. As I read Genesis and then the rest of the Bible, I was overwhelmed with joy and wonder. Everything aligned perfectly—every question I had ever asked now had an answer that made sense.

If we are created in the image of God, then it is only natural that our bodies hold such extraordinary potential. And I realized: our true purpose is to invite the Holy Spirit to dwell within us, to master our body and mind, and to cultivate God’s divine nature within ourselves. This is the true meaning and purpose of human life—to be reborn as children of God.

And so, with a heart full of reverence, I knelt and sincerely accepted God into my life. At first, I didn’t know how to pray, so I simply spoke to Him as I would to my own father. That is how I spent my first few weeks. Wanting to read the Bible more deeply but finding it challenging, I sought guidance and eventually met pastors who helped me understand God’s word. At Sarang Church, I had the privilege of learning under Pastor Kim Seong-Su, who guided me through the foundational truths of the Bible. There, I also encountered the sincerity and faith of other believers, which touched me deeply.

Today, I live as a child of God. Words cannot express how joyful and grateful I am. No longer trapped in an endless cycle of unanswered questions, I now seek and walk in God’s truth each day. I feel His presence in my life—He answers even the prayers I have not yet spoken. He continuously guides me on the right path, surrounds me with good people, and watches over my every step. I am deeply grateful for His love and care.

Walking with the Lord is my greatest joy. He is my refuge, my happiness, and my love.

I thank God with all my heart. And I am also deeply grateful to the members and pastors of Sarang Church, who have welcomed me so warmly and shown me a beautiful example of faith over the past seven months.