No matter who you are or what your background is, there’s always someone there for you. And that’s the Lord. Regardless of your pains, trials, and turmoils, the Lord knows how you’re feeling and can lead you on the path to salvation. On today’s episode of Changing, Donald is joined by Barbara Velasquez, who will share her story of how the Lord gave her the help and guidance she needed to find happiness.
Barbara’s early life was unstable.
- Born and raised in Guatemala, she experienced homelessness and an unstable childhood.
- Her mother wanted her to have opportunities beyond what she could provide in Guatemala, so she sent Barbara to the United States for an education.
- Because of that sacrifice, Barbara graduated with a Bachelor’s degree from Brigham Young University with a degree in Business Management and Marketing.
Moving to the United States exposed her to the Lord.
- Growing up with her aunt in North Hollywood, California, Barbara’s best friend took her to various LDS church activities, which Barbara enjoyed attending.
- While Barbara eventually moved to live with her mom and step-dad, she stayed in touch with that friend, who taught her lessons with the assistance of missionaries.
- The missionaries were allowed to see Barbara, but they were not allowed in her mother’s home. So, they gave Barbara lessons in the parking lot of their apartment complex.
When Barbara told her mother she was getting baptized, she was very accepting.
- Throughout her life, Barbara suffered from anxiety and depression, and finding the Lord helped ease some of those feelings.
- Because of the Lord, Barbara has finally found the stability she’s been looking for, and her mom is thrilled.
The main takeaway from Barbara’s story? If you don’t feel okay or experience a trial in life, it’s okay to look for help. The Lord will always be with you, even if you don’t feel with him.
Want to get in contact with Barbara? Connect with her on LinkedIn to reach out!
