Welcome to my blog about Jesus and His life for all who believe

My name is John Van Wagoner. I live in the mountains of North Carolina. My wife and I moved here after living on the flat coastal plain of Houston, Texas for 43 years. Although I grew up in a Protestant church-going home, I met the risen Jesus when I was 42 years old in a dream! When I went to sleep that night I was not a Christian; when I woke up, I was. Some people (well, one) told me that is not possible. I am here to tell you it is. Jesus is amazing. I have been on a journey of restoration ever since. Jesus is my King, the Lord of my life, although I still keep trying to take my life back from Him from time to time. It never works out well. He is my Savior (really!), my joy and peace, and He is my friend. Today, I look back at where I started this journey and where I am today, and I am filled with wonder at how He has transformed my life. I have traveled from darkness to light, anger to peace and joy, pain and depression to healed and whole. My old life wasn’t bad — it had bright spots. But my life today is immeasurably greater. And for all of this I thank Jesus and the work of the Holy Spirit. With this blog I attempt to share my journey with Jesus through personal experiences, the study of His word, and the thoughts and ideas He gives me through personal conversation with Him. Whenever anyone repents and asks Jesus into their lives, they can know the same life of victory that I am living today (Galatians 2: 20). He is amazing!

Grace and peace to you,

John