Contagious Joy!

Last night I had the privilege of baptizing 5 people from our Alcoholics Victorious ministry. Wow was that exciting. At 6 PM I met with them to explain the meaning of water baptism. After we spent some time at their meeting place we headed over to the Mississippi River. It was so much fun to be around brand new believers in Jesus. They had great questions, high expectations and contagious joy.

There is nothing like a brand new believer in Jesus. To think that God would send His only son to die on the cross for our sins and instead of punishing us He forgives us and gives us a brand new start. Wow! God is so awesome. I was personally challenged last night to make sure that I am in a constant attitude of appreciation and wonder in regards to the grace and mercy of God.

Something else that brought me joy was to watch a man from our church, Mike Neyssen, lead this ministry. He is a pastor to these wonderful people. He encourages them, pushes them, teaches them, prays for them and loves them. Mike is a former bar owner and alcoholic who has experienced an incredible transformation through Jesus Christ. It was a privilege to have him along side me as together, we baptized these wonderful people.

If you are struggling with an addiction and would like some help, contact Mike Neyssen at 632-5022 or mikeneyssen@hotmail.com. Alcoholics Victorious meets every Wednesday, 6 PM at the AA building in Little Falls. (Corner of 5th & 5th NW)