Have you ever had a defining moment in your life that has brought you closer to Christ? In today’s episode of Changing, Donald talks with Will Perez about a defining moment that changed his life. Will is a father of 5 and a religious educator who is currently a PhD student studying religious history.
What is a defining moment?
- Will says a defining moment is when your back is against the wall and you have to make a choice that will impact the trajectory of your life.
- It’s an opportunity to grow and become the person you want to be.
What was Will's defining moment?
- When he was a teenager he butted heads with his parents and he was acting out. His parents were not happy with the music he was listening to.
- Will later had an experience where he felt what he would describe as the Holy Ghost.
- He realized that the entertainment he was consuming was drowning out “the still small voice”.
- Will decided that he wanted the spirit in his life, so he threw away his CD’s and changed his actions.
What in particular helped Will make the change?
- He made some friends at a church youth camp, and these people helped him see that he could still be happy without his music.
- Little by little he let go of his “baggage” and things started to change.
How has Will’s life changed since then?
- That decision has made other positive decisions easier throughout his life.
- He feels that the Lord has been generous with him as he takes steps to draw closer to Him.
- Sometimes it's a big defining moment that gives you momentum to keep moving forward.
Will’s advice for individuals who are struggling
- Ask yourself: What do I need to stop doing and what do I need to start doing?
- He knows that Jesus Christ heals and can repair anything that is broken.
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