Let me introduce Christoph to you...
Christoph's used to be called Mohamed. But as of Sunday Jan. 21 his new name is Christoph Raphael. Christoph=Christ-bearer, Raphael=God Has Healed.
Since I first started working here in Zurich, Christoph has been a regular in Chrischtiehuesli(drop in center for drug addicts) But he is a completely different man now, he has been sober and completely clean for 6 months, and gave his life to Christ shortly before Christmas.
This is a very big step for someone who originally comes from Iran, and grew up as a Muslim. That is is why he changed his name to completely shed his Muslim roots and background.
This is a very big step for someone who originally comes from Iran, and grew up as a Muslim. That is is why he changed his name to completely shed his Muslim roots and background.
He came to Zurich 7 years ago after fleeing from his country he was deeply addicted to drugs and had spent some time in jail. It was here in Zurich through Chrischtiehuesli that he first came into contact with Christians and saw something that he had never seen before. It took him 5 years to fully realize that he needed Jesus to save him-and that he did! He continues to come and visit all his old friends at he drop in center but now he shares with them his new found faith and love in Jesus Christ-and with such real passion and desire to see his friends turn there lives around.
My roommates and I with him after his Baptism.
This was an extra special baptism for me, because Christoph and I have been working together every Friday since November. Our job gives us a lot of time to talk so he has shared a lot about his life with me-he has shared with me where he has come from...and I have been able to see how much Christ has done in his life! Our God is alive and moving and continues to perform Miracles!
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