Margo’s Story of Hope

“My life before House of Cherith was filled with abuse, violence, and drugs; my life was completely out of control. I spent most days wishing I was dead for the first 17 years, and the last seven were filled with so much pain and suffering from trying to find love and peace in all the wrong places. I was so desperate to end the pain that I did anything to try to stop it; subconsciously, I ran as hard as I could away from God. I felt like I had to prove to God that I didn’t need Him. After all the deaths, trauma, neglect, and abandonment in my youth, I’d developed resentment and hatred for God. Me trying to drive him out of my life completely, ultimately led me right into His grace & mercy.

Upon coming to HOC, I was willing to do whatever I had to do to heal & reclaim my life. HOC has given me so many resources to have another chance at a successful life. I have been given the support to beat my legal case, gain certification for a career, and support in gaining personal stable housing. I’ve been able to address emotional pain and traumas that have kept me bound for years! I’ve been able to notice and face codependent behaviors and learn how to navigate the codependency in my relationships.

HOC has been a place that has loved me to life and has stood by my side and been my biggest advocate, even when it wasn’t easy & when I wasn’t lovable. They’ve taught me my worth in Jesus and they push me to live up to my potential and follow the will of God for my life.”

-Margo