I Got Baptized on Easter | EP25

I got baptized on Easter.

But this episode isn’t just about what happened— it’s about why it mattered.

For a long time, my life was driven by pressure, control, and a quiet fear of not being enough. I thought if I worked harder and pushed more, I could build the life I wanted. But something inside me was always tired.

In this episode, I share my journey—from relying only on myself, to slowly experiencing God in the quiet moments, and finally choosing to surrender and step into a new life.

Baptism, for me, is not just a ritual. It’s a declaration. A decision to leave behind fear… and learn to trust God.

If you’ve ever felt tired, anxious, or like you’re carrying everything alone—
 this episode is for you.

Transcript

How I Met Jesus — Episode 25

I Got Baptized on Easter

Hi, this is Elena.

Happy Easter.

Today is a very special day for me…

because today, I got baptized.

And not just any day — today is Easter.

The day that represents resurrection, new life, and hope.

 And somehow, it became the day I stepped into my own new life too.

Before I got baptized, my pastor asked me two questions on stage.

The first one was, “Who is Jesus to you?”

I said… I came to this country from China as a Buddhist. Then I was introduced to Jesus. And through Him, I found a new life. Jesus is my Savior. He is my guide. He is my foundation. I know that no matter what happens… He is always behind me— supporting me, holding me up, and reminding me that I’m not alone.

And for the first time, I truly believe that. If you knew me a few years ago, I was someone who relied completely on myself. I believed that if I worked hard enough… if I controlled everything well enough… I could build the life I wanted.

But inside, there was always pressure. Pressure to succeed. Pressure to make money. Pressure to not fall behind.

And underneath all that was fear. Fear of not being enough. Fear of losing control. Fear about money, about the future, about life.

And then I started to experience God. In a kind of peace that didn’t make sense.

In the feeling that maybe I don’t have to carry everything by myself.

And I began to realize something: My life wasn’t just about achieving more…it was about becoming someone new. Someone who can trust. Someone who can surrender. Someone who doesn’t have to live in fear anymore.

The second question he asked me was, “Why do you want to be baptized?”

And I said… Because Jesus has changed my heart. He has brought me peace and guided my life. I truly believe in Him. And I want to publicly commit my life to Him. It’s my way of choosing a new life, trusting God moving forward and declaring that I belong to Him.

And when the pastor lowered me into the water, I felt… clean. I felt… fresh. I felt like something heavy… had been lifted off me.

When I came out of the water, I felt like a part of me… had been reborn.

And when I looked around, I saw so many friends who came just to witness my baptism. That really touched my heart. It made me feel loved. It made me feel seen. And in that moment… I realized— I am not alone.

And today is Easter. Easter is about resurrection. It’s about life after death. It’s about hope… when everything seems lost. And today… I feel like a part of my old self has ended. And a new life… has just begun.

I still don’t have everything figured out. My business is still growing. My life is still uncertain. But for the first time… I don’t feel alone in it. I’m learning to trust life. And more importantly, I’m learning to trust God.

This is Elena. And this is the beginning of a new life… one that I didn’t plan… but deeply needed.