What does Victory Life mean to me?

What does Victory Life mean to me? When I was given this question, the first two words that came to mind were home and love. These two words I believe are often taken for granted.

I never had much of a “home” growing up. The house I lived in was not a place I wanted to run to or felt safe in. The word home means a dwelling place; a place of residence or refuge. I believe that Victory Life has been a refuge to me over the past two years. The first time I walked into Victory Life, I was 45 minutes late and the seats were full and Pastor Razel was preaching a message that I can’t remember now but I remember how I felt. For the first time in many years I felt safe. And now two years later, after growth, success and even failure, I still feel safe.  But I’m not just referring to a building but the family that I have gained as well. A house is not a home unless it is filled with people you love, right?  

Family is something I haven’t experienced much over the years either, so for me it was tough making the adjustment to trust the Overcomers who wanted to get to know me, I even resisted Pastor Razel and Lady Camille. I don’t know what made them take interest in me but I’m glad they did! My family of Overcomers has given me something that I have experienced very few times in my life; real, unconditional love. I have made friends that have been with me through the good and bad, and still love me and push me to do better. That is something to thank God about!

Yes, they gave me a natural love but they have also introduced me to the spiritual love of God. Victory Life has sparked a passion that I have never known; to know God, to please God and to be who He wants me to be. I have become a better person and a stronger believer since I joined this wonderful ministry. I wish all people could experience what I've experienced, whether it's at Victory Life or even another church. God will work in your life if you let Him. He brought me something I was sure I would never need, people to love me and a place of refuge in Him

I am especially grateful to my parents, Pastor Razel and Lady Camille for all the time, effort and prayer they have invested in me over the last two years. The vision that was placed in both of them has made such a difference in my life that I hope one day I can make them as proud as they have made me.  I’m excited about the amazing things that God has in store for the ministry. I’m also looking forward to having the things that have manifested in my life through Victory Life be spread to others. 

Two years ago Victory Life was a new beginning and it may not be where I end up but it will always be home!