Growing up, Aleah witnessed the harsh realities of drug and alcohol abuse. She saw her mother using cocaine and injecting drugs, creating an environment that negatively influenced her future.
By her teenage years, Aleah found herself caught in a cycle of homelessness and drug use. She dropped out of high school as a junior, using drugs to cope with the pain and confusion of her childhood.
However, in her early 20s, she moved to Tucson, Arizona, and showed remarkable resilience by enrolling at Pima Community College, even lying about having a high school diploma.
Her life then followed a pattern of sobriety and relapse. In 2016, she found God and managed to stay sober for eight years. During this time, she became a manager at Family Dollar, owned a house, and took her daughter on annual vacations.
In 2021, everything changed when she married a narcissistic partner who threatened to ruin her future and everything she had worked hard for. The breaking point came when Aleah overheard conversations about a potential murder that was intended for her. It was during this crisis that she felt a divine intervention; as she recalls, "I could hear God saying, 'Get out!'"
Ultimately, Aleah fled in search of safety. Her journey led her to the Gospel Rescue Mission, where she found protection and support. She expresses her gratitude, saying, "All glory to God because He brought me to this place."
She found more than just a shelter; she discovered a spiritual community that helped her rebuild her life.
She explains, "This is God's sanctuary, and it finally gave us a chance to rest and get out of survival mode, without constantly looking over our shoulder."
She reassures her daughter, saying, "It's okay, baby girl, we're in a safe place now."
Today, Aleah is sober and committed to her faith. She speaks openly about how God transformed her life and advises others to "trust God, be patient, and don't give up."
Her story demonstrates that no matter how difficult life becomes, God's love and plan can restore and redeem anyone who trusts Him.
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