Sharing my testimony

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

A couple of people asked me to share what led me to Christ and honestly I hesitated quite a few times. This video has been up for about 2 weeks but on private. Today I got a random message from a stranger on IG saying how important it is to share my testimony, even if its sloppy, or not perfect because you never know who it can help. I did not know if I'd post it because it only mentioned how I came to know Christ, or better yet, how he came to me, didn't really speak on my life afterwards and I thought such a heavy video like this should do nothing but give God the glory and be perfect. I don't think it is but that is ok. A few weeks ago I got a message from a depression video I commented on about 8 years ago. My comment wrote something like "I don't like my life, I'm sad, lonely, and I have no direction" The messaged I received said, "How are you doing all those years" & I broke down in tears! I told him Jesus changed my life. Yes I still struggle but he has taught me to hate what is evil, love what is good, be forgiving, have empathy, have a hope through Jesus Christ, and be an all around better person. I mentioned there was a purging early on my walk, and if you are going through that, remember For the Lord disciplines the one He loves, and He chastises every son He receives.(Heb 12:6) & Every branch in me that does not bear fruit he takes away, and every branch that does bear fruit he prunes, that it may bear more fruit. (John 15:2)

[@mariahshepherd2609]

Thank you for sharing your testimony. I was moved by this and found myself thanking God with you. I appreciated your vulnerability with nicotine. You don't look like you ever touched cigarettes a day in your life. I have battled with cigarettes for over 10 years now. I am asking God once again to deliver me from bondage and renew my mind. God bless you and your beautiful family. God is faithful.

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

I will pray for you as well because I know the struggle! Remember he is faithful 🙌🏽 and can take your fleshy desires away at the snap of a finger so keep the faith 🤍 you got this! And to God be the glory I don’t look like where I came from 🙌🏽

[@nicolewannies6333]

Hi Sis, Thank you so much for sharing your testimony. It takes courage to do what you did. As a Christian homemaker it’s really helpful knowing that the person you’re watching is a true believer and speaking from a redeemed heart, filled with the Holy Spirit. May the Lord bless you and keep you, I’m enjoying your content. ❤

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

Thank you Nicole for your lovely words of encouragement 🤍

[@jennid23]

Thank you for sharing your testimony, Gwen! I too became born-again by READING God's Word for myself during a very isolating time (covid). Prior to that, I was in. a deep dark place, borderline suicidal - either I would be dead or the walking dead. To God be the Glory and His Alone! His Word literally changed me from the inside out THROUGH His Word! It says The Word became flesh! WOW. Jesus Christ, Immanuel - God with us! He moved many things out of my life without me even lifting a finger - all just by surrendering my life to Him. Jesus moved these negative influences in my life such as certain friends. I stopped participating in all sexually immoral activities, listening to secular music and watching secular TV shows and movies, and wanting to be like the world. I am repulsed by many of my past affairs but PRAISE BE TO GOD! He can change a sinner like me! I was baptized this past year. Praise The Lord. Much love and watching from Ontario, Canada 💖

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

Wow Jenni! Thank you for sharing your testimony 🙌🏽 I can relate to everything you said and it’s like I feel your gratitude through your text 🤍 I’ve been there..I AM there. It’s something about having a terrible past and then seeing the light that is so beautiful. Only we know everything we’ve been through and done that lead to death, but Jesus brings life 🙌🏽 Praise God!

[@jennid23]

@@Offthebeatenpath. Amen, sister. May God bless you!

[@princess-Oct]

Found you thru your collab with Bindi Marc, checked out your channel content but subscribed because of this share. God bless you dear sister. Yes the Lord has to break our stubborn self will to make us the vessel He wants and can use for His glory. Moses was described as the meekest man on earth..how’d he get that way? Brokenness. If we fall on the Rock (Christ) we’ll be broken, but if the Rock falls on us we’ll be crushed to powder, Sinful man is filled with pride, self, only thinking about what’s in it for me? This is our fallen nature, therefore God sent His ONLY begotten Son to give His life to change our nature to one that can walk acceptably with Him & I personally am forever grateful 🙏🏽 God bless you on your journey with Himself

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

Thank you Sara, that was beautifully said 💕

[@kenziegoza]

Thank you for sharing your testimony. You just don’t know how much this has lifted me up to hear your story and I know it has lifted up others too. Don’t stop being you, don’t stop living “off the beaten path”, and don’t stop living for our Lord Jesus Christ. You are a blessing.

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

🥺 thank you so much for that. Your comment really encouraged me 🤍

[@kenziegoza]

@@Offthebeatenpath. aww 🥹🥰 I’m here as a sis in Christ if you ever need someone to talk to or have prayer request or talk about house wife stuff haha!

[@heaven-leeneville3156]

The crushing pressure applied in the breaking stage of surrendering to Christ is so vital & necessary. He has to shatter what is unlike Him and create in us a new thing! For those of you currently being divinely broken, rejoice, worship and Praise the Lord. He IS making you new and whole. Hallelujah!

[@heaven-leeneville3156]

Thank you for graciously sharing your testimony, Gwen. God is so good!

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

It’s in the crushing that we are transformed 🙌🏽 grateful for it everyday 🙏🏽

[@Matthew_516]

This inspires me. I’ve been really tested in my faith and my life before Christ sounds similar to yours, too. Feels really good to hear people’s testimony on how God changed their whole life around. Yeah it hurt in the beginning but it’s so worth becoming undone and being built up again in his image.

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

I’ve had those season too. Those are the moments I probably need to seek more and so I tell myself “the spirit is willing, the flesh is weak”, idk what it is but this helps me🤍 You are so right, what you get is so much greater than the purging💕 thanks for your support!

[@Hajdra]

Hi Gwen I love to hear ur testimony I'm Muslim and it resonate Soo much with me esp spitual wakens .....I restore my iman

[@moniquewrites9046]

We overcome by the blood of the Lamb and the word of our testimony. I lost my mom when I was 14 but was raised by my dad from age 5. It’s cool to hear someone who has been through somewhat of what I experienced. I also graduated in 2011 and my mom is from Virginia. This is so refreshing because I am praying for some people I know that are in the same things and they are so hostile toward me. They try to push their drinking and lifestyle on me but that’s never going to happen. This gave me power to pray for them with compassion and joy knowing that we make our plans but the Lord has the final say. I am praying that God give them the same conviction that you felt from the Holy Spirit and that they turn from their wicked ways. Lastly, thank you for sharing your testimony!!!!!

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

Keep praying 🙌🏽 it’s hard because when you are walking in darkness that’s exactly what it is, darkness. You can’t see right from wrong or it’s fuzzy and the line is blurred so then trying to force you into that life is just them being blind. I hope the scales come off their eyes like it did for me, it was not an easy process but I don’t know where I’d be without that happening in my life

[@HarryPotterfan22222]

I don't think I've commented on your videos before but thank you so much for sharing your testimony 💕 It is similar to mine where I also started sinning badly once I turned 18 and started university. During covid in 2020 I realised all I did was wrong and started a relationship with God, but I got into a toxic relationship with a 'Christian' who basically manipulated me and dragged me further into sin for 2 years, which was the opposite of what I wanted. Finally got the courage to break up recently and really hoping I can get back on track now and not continue in sin/sexual sin. This video has made me realise changes don't happen straight away and it is a process with ups and downs. Thank you!

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

Oh wow! First off thank you for sharing that, leaving a relationship is not easy, I know it all too well. I’m really happy you had the courage to get up and walk away! I’ve heard so many people claim to be Christians yet don’t hate their sin, I think it’s another story if they are struggling and actively working on overcoming it. But to not see it & to not want to change is a 🚩🚩 “You shall know them by their fruit” Yes for me it wasn’t a linear journey, it took time. I didn’t stop sinning all at once but the difference was when I do/did slip up I felt AWFUL and I HATED it. I think that’s the difference. We are still human so we will have short comings, Christ died for my sins committed before, now, sins I’ll do in the future, and sins I’ve committed that I’m not even aware of and I could never do anything to repay him for all he’s done🙌🏽 Stay strong, keep going, and keep the faith 🤍 the Lord rewards those who diligently seek him🤍 that’s a promise💕

[@HarryPotterfan22222]

@@Offthebeatenpath. Yes definitely agree. Since coming closer to God I really do feel so much conviction when I sin now which I never had before. So thankful that Jesus has died for and forgiven us of all our sins! ✝️

[@angelap.856]

This was so beautifully raw! I lost my father at a young age as well and was raised as well by elders in the family. Had to grow up really fast and didn’t quite enjoyed my childhood so I literally cried as well when you read the note you wrote to yourself. How beautiful to have that feeling of God’s grace remembered like it was yesterday. Thank you for sharing your testimony Gwen!! I have said it before but I’ll say it again you are so beyond blessed 🤗. I’m sending so you much love and hugs as I’m crying/ typing this lol

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

Awe thank you so much Angela 🤍 you have no idea how much that means to me, I’m grateful for you!

[@angelap.856]

@@Offthebeatenpath. Awww you’re so kind!! If you don’t mind and with your permission, I would like to add you to my Christmas Card Exchange list. Every year I sent out postcards after October 30th to over 50 fellow friends and stitchers from all over the world but mostly the U.S. Obviously, you are welcomed to decline bc this is the internet after all but I’ll ask anyways bc if I don’t I’ll regret it lol. Much love always!! :)

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

@@angelap.856 I’d like that! What is your email address?

[@sunnyhunn9315]

Thank you for sharing Gwen♥️ The ending 😢. I can so relate. After giving my life to Christ, it feels like things was getting worst and worst, one thing after another, seeing how fallible and flawed I’am, too many words to even sum up this process and pruning, and also looking back to see what God has done through me. This is such a raw testimony, no sugar coating. I know it’s not about getting views, I just feel that God only wants to show this testimony to a smaller group of people (for now), it’s the real deal and I love it, I feel privileged that God has allowed me to come across your channel.

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

The pruning is real and you’re so right, it’s hard to put into words…it’s a feeling of needing to die to yourself, die to your flesh and it doesn’t feel good but what you gain in the process is gold. He is a good father 🙌🏽 Thank you for sharing 🤍

[@TeaLeaf222]

There's this ol' hymn my grandma(RIP Gramma Geraldine) church used to sing, "Oooh I am, a living testimony. I could have been dead and gone, but lord you let me live on. I am a living testimony and I thank the lord that I'm still alive." That song came to mind while listening to you. I appreciate you sharing. I have heathen ways a plenty, but I'm glad God's grace has kept me. I give honor to God and all he's done for me. I respect devout people and its cool that you got to honor your friend's memory as well. Sending love Gwen. 💙

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

I felt the words to this song, very heavy words 🙌🏽 thank you so much for your kind message and for sharing that 🤍

[@DesiraeOfori]

I sooo commend you on sharing your story! I know it was difficult, but God uses everything for His glory. It will bless many women and even men too. Thank you for sharing your heart with us!

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

Amen, I hope so 🤍

[@shellymabry9577]

Awesome, praise God!!!

[@TheKhrissss]

I’m so proud of you for sharing your beautiful testimony Gwen! ❤️❤️❤️

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

Thank you Khris 🤍🤍

[@th805]

We love you Gwen❤ Thanks for sharing how phenomenal our God is! He is truly merciful and let me just say, no one's walk with Christ is easy, but "be of good cheer; I have overcome the world," said Jesus! John 16:33

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

Amen 🙏🏽 to that!

[@BreonaMcQueen]

This is beautiful. Thank you for sharing💖 Building a deep, real and intimate connection with God has been the best decision of my life as well. He really does turn our disappointments into a dance floor and gives us a heart transplant! Stay blessed.

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

Yes 🙌🏽 it’s the new heart and the renewing of mind♥️ Thank you so much!

[@athomewithtroy1690]

It was really great to hear your testimony and not only Hear the word but see how it has changed to I truly understand how we must be broken to be fixed in Christ.

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

Yes, it’s a good broken but it’s still a purging and hurts! The good news is that it happens to build something more solid 🤍

[@lissettesbloom8223]

Praise God!! Jesus is Lord!! He comes to set the Captives free. Thank you for sharing what God has done in your life.

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

Yes he is 🙌🏽

[@NadiaPink]

It’s nice to see some how out of no where God spoke to you and got you to walk with him. It’s a beautiful blessing.

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

Yes, he saved me 🙌🏽

[@NadiaPink]

@@Offthebeatenpath. 💕🥰

[@chiu8159]

Thank you for sharing your testimony with us❤

[@LadyErnst]

I know exactly what you mean… Thank you for sharing your testimony.❤ God bless you.

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

Thank you for showing support!

[@LadyErnst]

@@Offthebeatenpath. you are very welcome.

[@berlinvlogs]

Good testimony

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

Thank you!

[@ryneashby1338]

I so appreciate your transparency. Thank you so much for sharing ❤️

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

Thank you Ryne 💕 it means a lot!

[@JJ-dd6gp]

i am exactly all that u mentioned and more currently...i just get so frustrated and upset with myself everytime i take a step forward and is on the right path then i do a complete 180 by taking 10 step backwards ...is like when will i ever be pleasing to HIM and just be who he needs me to be...its just upsetting

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

I heard someone say don’t focus on not screwing up, you’ll only screw up and fail; focus on the love of Christ. I’m doing so you won’t want to do wrong. Also I think this is the perfect time for that cliche saying, “fall 7 times, stand up 8”. Whatever you do, don’t give up on repenting & running your race. Remember “that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.” Thats reassuring 🤍 thank God for Jesus🙌🏽 he paid the price and because of him we can repent and be forgiven🤍

[@JJ-dd6gp]

@@Offthebeatenpath. i will try doing that .he such an awsome God right...

[@joyce2784]

Thank you so much for this video. Google came in the clutch! And yes, I can attest that the Lord moves mightily through fasting. I am a believer in fasting from watching the Lord work in me. I am so thankful the Lord saved you and brought you amongst his daughters. Our family! Praise Him!

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

Me too you have no idea 🤍 and Google was more new agey with it 🤣 no surprise there

[@David.124]

Wow amazing testimony

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

Thank you!

[@clingingtoHim]

Aww this is so beautiful! Amazing how God changes us. He is still convicting me of stuff after knowing Him for years

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

Praise him for that 🙌🏽 I think it’s a lifelong journey 🤍

[@sweetpoohbaby]

Omg…this video should have thousands of views! Thank you so much for your transparency! God knows just what He is doing & HE don’t need no help!!! Your testimony blessed me & have me reliving my moment I came to accept Jesus as my Lord & Savior! You have a beautiful testimony & thank God you surrendered your will to Him! You don’t know who you could be saving by sharing your testimony! Trust me when I say when you’re in darkness it feels like you’re the only one who’s struggling! Best video ever! Thank you, Gwen for sharing your testimony!!!

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

You are absolutely right! Thank you so much 🤍

[@cierra9520]

Glory to God 🙌🏾 I see your light shining sister in Christ and I'm so bless by your testimony 💕

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

Thank you so much Cierra🤍

[@LaYoutuber954]

We’re the same age and I feel like you’re so much mature than me lol God bless you sis !

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

I have so many immature ways you have no idea 🤣 thank you 🫶🏽

[@LaYoutuber954]

@@Offthebeatenpath. you’re the best ! Thank you for all your replies I really appreciate it ! 🩵🩷💜🤗

[@Jennyzcool8787]

Thank you for this. I really needed to hear this. I’m on my journey and my journey is very similar to yours. I appreciate your honesty and being a waking testimony of how god is a redeemer and a transformer. God bless 💕💕🤲

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

Yes he is 🙌🏽 keep on your journey and hang in there, even when the going gets tough 🤍 it’s worth it, he’s worth it🤍

[@ladymarrero617]

Thank you for your testimony. So many will be blessed by it. Keep doing what you are doing. May God continue to bless you in all you do😊

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@TiaZamara]

This was truly beautiful ❤️

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

Thanks for watching Tia💕

[@armandameda6190]

Beautiful testimony🙏🏽

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

Thanks so much Amanda 🤍

[@Layla__38]

Love you Gwen x

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

Awe thank you for that 🤍 Love you too 💕

[@shanenolan8252]

Im sorry for your loss .( your father) and your friend

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

Thank you Shane🤍

[@janelledonovan1684]

Thank you for sharing your testimony about God goodness and faithfulness in your life. Philippians 1:6 for he who began a good work in you will complete it until the day of Christ.

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

Amen I receive it!

[@bellaeman4669]

Great video

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

Thanks so much for watching Bella!

[@gregggarner7203]

Gwen: love this!!!!!! I was blessed by hearing your testimony! Much much love and God’s blessings ❤️🙌🙌🏾🙏🙏🏾❤️ Numbers 6:24-26

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

Thanks for your support Gregg! I’ll check out that scripture!

[@shanenolan8252]

Thanks for sharing gwen .

[@saisafetytrends]

beautiful

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

Thank you 🤍

[@chantalpurvis]

I just subscribed to your channel Thursday , August 11 , 2022 . I am so happy for you that you gave your life to Jesus . God bless you beautiful .

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

Thank you for your subbing 🤍

[@chantalpurvis]

You are so welcome

[@Jheanellieful]

Thank you for your openness Gwen…

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

It’s so funny you mentioned that, I studied for the past week about being vulnerable online. I ended up thinking to some degree it’s ok, especially if it can help others. I liked the word “openness”💕 thank you for supporting

[@Jheanellieful]

@@Offthebeatenpath. Gosh Gwen, you are most welcome! Your messages are undiluted and important and so, we receive them wholeheartedly...

[@somethintru1]

Thank you for your vulnerability

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

🫶🏽

[@femaligned]

♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

Thank you 🤍

[@shanenolan8252]

Not all tears are evil .( Gandalf, lord of the rings)

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

Awe, I love that quote, never saw Lord of the Rings but now I should check it out!

[@shanenolan8252]

@@Offthebeatenpath. oh its a masterpiece. Book is best but the movies are magic.

[@kaylalane_]

thank you so much for sharing Gwen 🤍

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

Thank you for watching & your support 💕