From Darkness to Redemption

Meet Sally Countess

My name is Sally Countess and I have a restoration call on my life. I live in Colorado Springs, Colorado in the U.S.A. and I am a grateful believer in Jesus Christ. I am 22 years old and I have lived a very blessed life by God. He has held me close and protected me from so much harm in my rebellion. I was fortunate to have grown up in an amazing Christian family. I accepted Christ at a young age, but it was not until early 2018 that I began my daily walk with the Lord.

A Second Chance Through Christ

For a long time, I focused on my image and seeking acceptance from the wrong crowds. Over time, I became involved with drugs, shoplifting, robberies, and assault. My community was filled with negativity and darkness, and I became deeply consumed by it. I reached a point where I was close to taking my own life.

 In March this year, I started going to church again on Sunday, living a double life, every other day of the week. Part of me enjoyed my sin, and I needed rescuing from the darkness of depression and substance abuse.

I was arrested for aggravated robbery on March 28th. God found me right where I was.

I recommitted my life to Christ on Easter Sunday, April 1st. My walk with God was difficult at first as the Holy Spirit revealed unhealthy habits that needed to change. During that season, I begin my walk with Him, He poured His love over me and gave me a restoration call. My parents showed me the love of Christ every day. After witnessing the transformation in my life, they chose to bond me out at the end of June.

Today, I am living a life shaped by God’s love, grace, and a restoration call. Although I still face the consequences of my past choices, I rest in the peace of knowing that God has forgiven me and continues to guide my life. I have been given a second chance, and each day I choose to walk in the light He provides. I am deeply grateful for the work God has done in my life and for the transformation He continues to bring as I commit my future fully to Him.

Young woman with dark hair smiling while holding an acoustic guitar outdoors on a bench with a wooden fence and green plants in the background.

A Restoration Call

I am grateful for the opportunity to gain a higher education at Christian Leaders Institute. Because I believe that God has plans to use me in the lives of others and the free training helps. I have a passion for people struggling with abuse and addiction, and I will strive to get the experience needed to help those who struggle with these things.

“The Lord has blessed me, and I pray His blessing over all those who are hurting. Thank you, CLI, for all you do in people’s lives! You are truly a blessing in every way!”

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