Jesus said, "Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me." Luke 9:23 Following are some real-life testimonies from people all over the world carrying their cross with the help of Jesus. Some of these stories may make you cry. Life can be so difficult, but Our Lord Jesus is never far away. Remember Jesus says, “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." Matthew 11:28 It is my hope that these witnesses will help you to grow in compassion and understanding. It is my hope that you will want to pray for them and for people coping with similar problems.

Persecuted for being Christian

The following testimony has been kindly provided by the organization Open Doors.   Open Doors works in the world’s most oppressive countries, strengthening Christians to stand strong in the face of persecution and equipping them to shine Christ’s light in these dark...
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Fighting an illness called Anorexia

My daughter battled an illness called Anorexia and we battled it with her.   The first sign there was a problem occurred at supper time.  “Are you not hungry?” I inquired as my young daughter played with her food.  “No not really” she replied.  Then she began to lose weight and I...
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When child abuse breaks you, and Jesus picks up the pieces

It’s very difficult to express the pain that I have carried and continue to carry because of abuse that occurred in my childhood.  I won’t lie to you and tell you it made me stronger because it didn’t.  It changed me in ways that are tragic and unless you are a doctor you...
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A Deadly form of Cancer

I write this testimony on behalf of my father, Luigi who has now died.  He was diagnosed with throat cancer in 1988 at the age of 64.  My family is from a very small rural town in Northern Italy and when we learned he had cancer we were afraid.  Would he be able to access quality...
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The Pain of Abortion

This is a message from a woman who so deeply regrets her decision to have an abortion. “Lord Jesus forgive me. I want to share this with any one who thinks about abortion. It hurts so bad! You may not think about it now, but years later you will. I miss my baby. I told my sons...
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Welcome to the Passion of Christ site!

Over ten years ago I heard Jesus say to my heart: “Follow me!” He revealed Himself to me in a miraculous way and urged me to “Trust in Him”. He led me to the place of His crucifixion and His Passion changed my life. I have created this page to share with...
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