Emma’s Story

I’m a 12-year-old who grew up in a Christian home. From a young age, I was taught about God, Jesus, and the Bible. Going to church, praying, and learning Bible stories have always been a normal part of my life. I have always known God, but as I’ve gotten older, my relationship with Him has become more personal.

I began thinking about baptism in 2023, but I didn’t really understand what it meant, that it was more than being dunked under water. I was doing gymnastics at the time—about 20 hours a week—and that often distracted me from my relationship with God. I quit gymnastics the following year, and it was around then that my faith began to really grow.

God had impacted my life so much that I knew I needed to tell other people about Him.

That same year, I began regularly attending Middle School Ministry. I learned more about the true meaning of baptism, but I still didn’t feel quite ready and knew I had a few more things to learn. Then, last year at Middle School Camp, I decided to get baptized.

God had impacted my life so much that I knew I needed to tell other people about Him. I started by simply inviting my friends to MSM and church, but over time I felt called to do more. That led me to begin hosting Bible studies in my home. On Sunday nights, I invited middle school girls to come over to learn, worship, and, of course, have snacks!

God gives each of us a special gift, but we have to recognize those gifts and put them into action.

Emma attends the Elizabethtown Campus.