I grew up in non-religious environments mostly as a kid, so I was drawn to alternative spirituality and other secular/progressive ideologies. I got my first Bible in middle school (which I later painted) and tho I wasn't hostile I was quietly skeptical… despite a lot of these dark spiritual encounters I had somehow pointing back to the Bible as true.
In June 2020, I began genuinely seeking after God and not just what I felt in the moment or felt culturally pressured to believe. After my short-lived art college experience and the whole LupisVulpes drama, I started to realize the social cost of following Christ.
In June 2021, a video on Ephesians 2:8-10 helped me understand salvation (it’s lost media now) and I was saved in that moment. Ever since I’ve seen and had dreams of the spiritual deception in the world and church. In October 2021, I completely rebranded my online art and put out an announcement about it to my few followers.
And was finally baptized August 28, 2022 :D
While life hasn't become easier, I choose self-awareness and growth through temporary suffering over a life of ignorance and temporary pleasure. For example, many health issues I’ve ignored for years were unignorable after being saved. God’s Word, prayer, and fellowship have helped me to stay grounded and be open to help.
