From The Edge Of Death To A New Identity In Christ

Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.” – 2 Corinthians 5:17 (KJV)

When the mercy of God speaks, every voice of darkness is silenced, and every chain is broken. No matter how far a life has fallen, He steps in, rewrites the story, and turns shame into undeniable glory. Truly, what God cannot do does not exist, for He alone transforms destruction into destiny and establishes a new identity by His power.

Chosen, praise the Lord!

My name is Sister Elizabeth, and I worship at the Headquarters. I reside at Lagos, Nigeria. I sincerely thank God for making me a Chosen indeed.

My parents joined The Lord’s Chosen Charismatic Revival Ministry in 2002. Although I followed them to church, I never truly appreciated it. I considered the services boring and uninteresting at the time.

In 2015, I gained admission into the University of Port Harcourt. However, upon arrival, I discovered that my O’level results did not meet the school’s requirements, which delayed my academic progress. During my registration process, I met two friends; unknown to me at the time, one was involved in smoking and drugs, while the other practiced lesbianism.

Unable to continue my registration and too afraid to inform my father, I remained in school under false pretenses, continuing to collect school fees and living what I thought was a “big girl’s life.” Soon, I became overwhelmed with sorrow and confusion. Influenced by one of my friends, I began smoking weed as a means of escape. That same night, I was taken to a nightclub, not knowing that her boyfriend was involved in cultism. From there, my life spiraled further into immorality, including engaging in lesbianism.

By 2018, I became tired of that lifestyle. I rewrote JAMB and passed. I then decided to give my life to Christ. However, instead of returning to Chosen, I joined another church, drawn by what seemed appealing externally. I even attended their Bible school and underwent water baptism.

Unfortunately, after the baptism, I began hearing voices of condemnation—voices that brought fear, confusion, and torment. My academic focus declined as I constantly heard disturbing thoughts like “you will die” and other negative voices. I became deeply depressed and anxious.

My father came to Port Harcourt and advised me to return to Chosen, but I resisted due to my long-standing dislike for the ministry. By my 300-level, I could no longer cope. One morning, overwhelmed with despair, I bought a poisonous substance (sniper), returned to my lodge, and drank it in an attempt to end my life.

Miraculously, a woman nearby heard my voice and sensed danger. She raised an alarm, and I was rushed to the school hospital. There, in severe pain, I experienced what I can only describe as a glimpse of hell and cried out for mercy.

My father was contacted and came from Lagos. He insisted I return home, as advised by both medical personnel and spiritual counsel. In 2023, I returned to Lagos and attended the “Sorrow to Joy” Crusade at Chosen. During the service, a stranger gave me an apron. Though I still heard troubling voices, I left early due to discomfort. At home, I began vomiting foam, but my father declared it as the beginning of my deliverance.

From that moment, I continued attending church services regularly, on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, and received encouragement from campus fellowship leaders. Gradually, the Word of God began to transform me. I developed a deep conviction, discarded my former lifestyle, and even burned items that no longer aligned with my faith.

Instantly, I was delivered from smoking and lesbianism. The voices of condemnation ceased, replaced by the peaceful voice of God. Today, when God speaks, His voice brings clarity, peace, and direction, not fear.

One day, during a singles’ service, I heard a gentle voice say, “This is the place I want you to be.” I looked around but saw no one. I knew it was God. That voice brought peace, unlike the torment I once experienced.

Today, I am no longer depressed or stagnant. I can relate freely with others. God has completely changed my story. I am new, I am transformed, I am truly a Chosen.

I return all the glory to God for doing what no man could do in my life and for continually confirming His Word in me. I also encourage every youth: remain steadfast and trust in God. Do not give room to worldly distractions, your destiny is too precious.

If you desire true transformation, peace, and deliverance, I warmly invite you and your family to worship with us at The Lord’s Chosen Charismatic Revival Ministry, a branch close to you. Come and experience the undeniable power of God firsthand.

Chosen, praise the Lord!