In the past, I struggled with a shallow understanding of Christianity, focusing on outward service while neglecting personal growth and biblical knowledge. I experienceda a Christian culture shock for the first time in Australia, realising how little I knew about the Bible and what it truly meant to be a Christian. Since coming to CERC, I have been challenged a lot by the Scriptures and exposed of my sins, with my eyes and heart opened to see how a church strives to live for God's glory at all costs. Now, I am committed to submitting to God as my king and Lord, actively studying His word, and living out my faith within the corporate reality of the church, striving to reflect God's character and advance His gospel in all aspects of my life.