Summary

SummaryHi, I’m Erica. At eighteen, I became a mom to Avery, and although I embraced motherhood, her biological father chose a life of crime—leaving us trapped in trauma. I felt numb and isolated, yet I sensed God pursuing me even when I wasn’t chasing Him. As Avery’s biological father failed to show up for visits, my daughter’s tears reminded me I needed more than survival; I needed healing.

At thirty-three, I still had no relationship with Christ. Then Monty walked into our lives. He’d also been distant from God until his father invited him to a men’s group called “33 the Series” at Bayou City Fellowship. Through those stories, Monty recognized his own need for Jesus, and soon, our family began changing together.

Community groups and faithful Bible study became our lifeline. Doors opened: a court date, adoption papers, and finally, Avery became Monty’s daughter. What took us years—trials, panic attacks, and deep-rooted anxiety—God turned around in months. Now, our hearts have been fully restored. 🙏🏽✨

One broken beginning. One faithful God. One powerful ripple.
This is a real story of redemption—from single motherhood and fatherlessness to adoption, healing, and restored faith.

Watch this family testimony of transformation through the love of Jesus and the power of community.

They thought healing would take a lifetime. God moved faster than they imagined.

📖 “In Him we have redemption through His blood…” — Ephesians 1:7

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Topics covered:
Christian Testimony, Redemption Story, Family Adoption, Faith in Jesus, Community Groups, Men’s Ministry, Christian Marriage Healing

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Time Chapters
 
01:05 Mother’s Teenage Trials
02:00 Monty’s Faith Journey
05:00 Adoption Breakthrough
06:00 Complete Family Restoration
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