I love that God understood that we would struggle with fear and anxiety long before we were even born. He knew that as a people, we would be tempted to be overcome with worry in the midst of uncertainty. In preparation, all throughout The Word, not only did God command us not to fear, but He continued to remind us of His character. He consistently reminds us to respond to our fear with prayer and praise, for He is faithful.
I struggled with anxiety since birth. I couldn't self soothe like most infants can. The first panic attack I remember having was at age five. [...]
"There aren't enough words to say how thankful I am to those that support Mercy. I have been given the chance to live!"
"Nancy and Mercy donors, please hear my heart when I say thank you for the impact this place has had on me and my entire family."
"Through Mercy, God taught me all about forgiveness, love, restoration, and His character."
Katie - 2016 Graduate I grew up in a very loving, Christian family. My dad served as a pastor, and the [...]
I’ve been through a lot of painful things: depression, suicidal thoughts, debilitating insecurity, abuse, rejection, heartbreak, and more grief than anyone my age should ever have to face. Most of my young life, I was rooted in false doctrine: I am inadequate, underserving, unseen, unloved, unworthy, and it will always be this way. Believe me, I know where you have been or may still be…I’ve been there too. I also know I would never have been healed without my faith in Jesus Christ, a little perspective shift from Donald Miller, and the unconditional love of a few good friends.
Alicia - 2015 Graduate I was diagnosed with ADHD, depression, anxiety, and operational defiant behavior in middle school. I tried to [...]
"I was able to truly forgive those men and finally let go of every hurt and pain they have caused me. I have regained my spiritual purity through Jesus Christ."
"He is not going to leave me. I will never be perfect, but I am so worth loving, helping, and giving a second chance."
"Jesus was the one who saved my life, but I would not have met Him and gotten to know Him without Mercy."
"I plan to reach out to women who have felt stuck and need freedom from their past. It’s a miracle that I’m here today and can proudly say I know what joy feels like. It’s also in my heart to introduce someone else to the Lord."