I met Christians on Campus during the fall of 2002 at The University of Texas at Austin. I grew up in a Christian home and prayed to receive the Lord when I was 12 years old. I put off getting baptized because I was too scared. The Lord would constantly remind me of the matter, but I always reasoned my way out of it. Prior to my arrival at UT, I decided that I would try to find a Christian group on campus and determine whether or not I needed to meet with other believers.
I received a Christians on Campus flyer inviting me to a welcome meeting located on campus. I was a little apprehensive about going to the meeting, but I'm glad that I did. As soon as I walked into the meeting I felt alive. The meeting was full of something that I had never experienced or seen before. Everyone was singing and praising the Lord.
I had somewhat of a realization that our Lord is enjoyable and can be experienced. I didn't sing or say much during the meeting but something was happening within me. I told the Lord that I wanted to enjoy Him with these believers, but I wasn't sure if it was even possible. The Lord honored the prayer that I prayed in the meeting. I had a long talk with two brothers in the Lord after the meeting. Our talk was so enjoyable because it was centered on our wonderful Christ.
I continued to meet with Christians on Campus and began to enjoy the Lord. That February the Lord reminded me about baptism. I told some brothers that I hadn't been baptized and that I felt like it was time. They helped me in this matter by explaining the significance of baptism. We agreed to do it the upcoming weekend, but by Tuesday I couldn't wait any longer and I told them I had to do it now.
I believed that the Lord really wanted this to be done at that moment so we rushed off the campus, and I was finally baptized after all those years. I was so relieved and filled with joy. I thank and praise the Lord for His mercy and sovereignty. I am truly blessed to be surrounded by other believers with whom I can pursue the Lord and grow in Him (2 Timothy 2:22).
Joshua Nelson
— Austin
