“Because of House of Cherith, I have my confidence and self-worth back. I have a goal-oriented plan for the future, and I’m making constant progress.”

“Before HOC, my life was chaos. I struggled with addiction for many years. I was in and out of jail and often found myself in compromising situations. I had lost my kids, my home, and ultimately myself. I believed wholeheartedly that my worth was defined by what I’ve been through, and I felt I was beyond repair. I was angry at myself, everyone around me, and the world. I had come to believe my kids were better off without me. I had messed up so bad. I would never find myself in a rewarding career I could be proud of because of my background. 

Because of House of Cherith, I have my confidence and self-worth back. I have a goal-oriented plan for the future, and I’m making constant progress. I’ve learned how to cope without turning to drugs, and at the time of writing this, I am now seven months clean! I feel supported and encouraged. I’m learning the value of being honest, accountable, kind, and hardworking. I see myself as resilient and determined. I have received my acceptance letter to take the Cybersecurity Course here at City of Refuge - on a full scholarship that will result in job placement upon completion. I’m in an environment where I can flourish and encourage others through my actions. I’ve also been able to get in the presence of God and experience profound supernatural miracles that I know could only be God at work. I get to spend time with my kids twice a month now, and I am looking forward to the day when they are back with me full-time. 

My goals and hopes for the future are to graduate from Cybersecurity Class, graduate from House of Cherith, and begin a successful career in a growing field. I want to help inspire other women from all walks of life to grab hold of their God-gifted authority and to stand confident, knowing they are more than a conqueror through Christ, who is our strength.”

-H