By Rachel Young
“God took one good look at me, and look what happened—I’m the most fortunate woman on earth! What God has done for me will never be forgotten…” — Luke 1:48 (MSG)
Just one look from Jesus changes everything. To lock eyes with the King and feel the warmth of His unconditional love is like nothing else on earth. I will never forget the moment He lifted my face to meet His gaze and poured His redeeming love into my heart. From that moment, I would never be the same. My problems didn’t just disappear overnight, but for the first time in my life I knew I was not alone. God had seen everything I had done and He had forgiven me. Now I was part of His family!
That moment marked the beginning of my great love story—the day I was captured by the Lover of my soul. Nearly 15 years later, walking with Him has been more wonderful than I ever could have imagined. Beyond transforming my own life, He has given me the deep honor and joy of witnessing that same redeeming love transform countless women at Mary’s Song.
As I look back, I am overwhelmed when I think about all the lives the Lord has touched since this ministry began! Just this past year, our community has nearly doubled, and 11 graduates are now thriving in our Bethesda Community apartments—almost twice as many as last year. Each of these women has her own redemption story. Each arrived broken and destitute, but a single look from Jesus changed their lives forever! It truly has been a privilege to walk alongside them and watch His miracles unfold! What God has done will never be forgotten!