Stories of Life Change
Every changed life tells a story of God’s faithfulness. As we share what God has done in our lives, we celebrate His goodness, encourage one another, and remind ourselves that He is still at work today.
Forever Changed
The Choice
A Story of Redemption
When our family started looking for a new church, we coming from a much smaller church where there were no longer many young families or kids. As a homeschool mom, finding a place where our whole family could grow together was really important to us.
One of the first things that stood out to us at Christian Life Church was how welcoming everyone was. From the moment we walked in, people greeted us, helped us find our way, and made us feel comfortable. Our kids connected with Life Kids almost immediately, which was a huge answer to prayer because we wanted them to feel safe and excited about coming to church.
What ultimately made us stay was Pastor Mark’s preaching. I appreciate that he preaches God’s Word boldly and doesn’t shy away from difficult truths. His messages are honest, biblical, and always point people to Jesus. Every week I leave encouraged and challenged to grow in my faith.
Although coming to a larger church was intimidating at first, getting involved through a marriage class, serving opportunities, and eventually a Life Group helped our family truly feel connected. Today, there really is something for everyone in our family, and we’re grateful to be serving and growing together.
If you’re looking for a church where you’ll be welcomed, your kids will love coming, and you’ll hear solid, Bible-based teaching that doesn’t compromise, I highly recommend Christian Life Church.
Karen Weidemann
True Gospel preaching, friendly congregation and a wonderful place to praise the Lord. Incomparable worship band that truly use their God given talents to honor the Lord. This is home until Jesus comes.
Tihm Huver
It was my first large church experience. I was impressed with the spaciousness of the worship area. The air was cool and calm and I enjoyed the air conditioning on such a hot summer day. Then musicians came on and uplifted hundreds of people into singing, swaying and dance. Which then quietly transitioned into Christian Life Church announcements and local news. So far I’ve seen honors to graduating students from high school, live baptisms, mentions to digital online church workers and audio video teams, mentions to the ushers and large staff working the church service and stories of church missionaries in Barcelona Spain. And then came my personal favorite, the sermons. Our preacher reminded us in so many ways to not be afraid, have no fear and trust in Jesus. I heard the message and read the versus reassuring the congregation that God is a father as we are his children and loves us through this relationship. The sermon flows forward in a numbered list displayed on huge screens above the stage as verses flash by with biblical evidence of the truth being told. This is a unique place of worship and should be considered by those looking for live band action, broad large congregation membership, prayer and strait forward preacher sermons. As for me, I found this gem just driving by and reading their lawn sign that says the times to come inside and worship Sundays 08:30am, 10:00am, and 11:30am.
Anthony
I walked into Christian Life Church carrying a lot more than I was letting people see. I was carrying years of hurt, anxiety, fear, and shame. I was also carrying a fear that I wouldn’t fit in. With my tattoos, vivid color hair (green at the time), alternative style, and complicated past, I worried that I wouldn’t be welcomed or accepted in a church environment.
I couldn’t have been more wrong.
From the moment I walked through the doors, I was met with genuine love, kindness, and acceptance. No one made me feel like an outsider. Complete strangers welcomed me like family, and through this church, God showed me what His love truly looks like.
This church has been a huge part of my journey back to Jesus. Through biblical teaching, heartfelt worship, prayer, and an incredible church family, I have found healing, hope, and a deeper relationship with Christ.
If you’re looking for a perfect church full of perfect people, this isn’t it. If you’re looking for a church that loves Jesus, teaches God’s Word, and welcomes people exactly where they are, I highly recommend Christian Life Church.
Kelly Cruz
my Fiancé and I came to CLC after losing our baby last April. I was a little hesitant at first but one Sunday morning we just decided to come. That same exact Sunday Pastor Mark talked about grief. It was almost like i was meant to be there in that moment on that day. We have now being going to CLC for almost a year now, and we are expecting to Welcome our baby boy in just a few weeks and i genuinely think that coming to CLC is the reason we were blessed with our rainbow baby. We are so grateful. We love CLC and beyond glad to call it our Home!
Maliyah Bullock
I joined this church 7 years ago and have been coming here since! Amazing worship and sermons! Truly life changing I have always struggled with Lust and pornography and now after years of struggling, Jesus has set me free! I have been clean for more than 70+ days! Glory be to the father!
Rohan John
Because of CLC. Church and me stating to come in 2019… Jesus lead my daughter to getting Baptized and now serving in kids ministry, my mom coming back to church after giving up on being a member, and my daughters father transforming his life and starting to come as well…. And I know this is only a beginning for my life and my entire family…. And this is all because of God and this amazing Church.
Yulia Sorokopenets
I was baptized as a baby as a Catholic and only went to church on holidays or to attend a funeral. I knew who Jesus was but I didn’t know him on a personal level. It wasn’t until my best friend found me in a very dark place and introduced me to CLC. My first 2 Sunday’s attending CLC I gave my life to Jesus, the next month I got re-baptized as a Christian on NYE.. CLC changed my life, CLC fixed my eyes and my heart on Jesus.
Camryn Guy
My family and I have enjoyed attending this church for the last 5 years.
I love being a part of this church because of the Bible messages. Pastor Mark gives deep and relative messages. While the world encourages us to do what pleases ourselves, Pastor Mark ‘s messages always encourage us to do what is pleasing and good according to the Lord.
The worship part of the service is so powerful. It is dynamic and personal.
There are plenty of opportunities to connect with other believers and wonderful programs for the kids.
Visit the friendly and come as you are church. You won’t be sorry.
Andieotto
Gracias a CLC mi familia y yo hemos encontrado un lugar en donde congregarnos y recibir la Palabra de Dios, nos alimentamos de ella cada domingo y nos encanta el ambiente de amor, de cariño, de empatía que los servidores y hermanos irradia hacia su prójimo. Hoy elevamos una oración al cielo por nuestro pastor Mark, su familia y todos los servidores de nuestra bella Iglesia, Dios los bendiga y nos permita seguir creciendo y llevando la Palabra a más y más familias en Bensalem, en Pensilvania, y en todo el mundo.
Victor Manuel
We came to Christian Life Church after leaving a Catholic background because we wanted to grow closer to Jesus and find answers to questions we’d never been able to ask.
Our first visit felt different from what we were used to, but one thought kept coming to mind: “These people know something that I don’t know.” The people were genuine, the worship was powerful, and we could tell there was something real that we wanted to understand.
Through Bible studies, Life Groups, and learning God’s Word, our faith completely changed. We didn’t just gain more knowledge, we developed a real relationship with Jesus and found a church family that has walked with us through some of life’s hardest seasons. Whether it was surrounding us with love after the loss of a parent, praying with us through difficult times, or simply showing up when we needed encouragement, the people of CLC have continually reflected the love of Christ.
Today we’re honored to serve on the prayer team, teach children, and encourage others because that’s exactly what people at CLC did for us. Looking back, God didn’t just lead us to a church, He gave us a strong foundation for our faith and a family to walk through life with. As we often say, “Now that we know this, you just can’t unknow it.”
Jerry Hindman
Absolutely love bring a part of this community. I feel the presence of The Holy Spirit every time I go. The Pastor and his wife are the perfect example for all couples and everyone, whether single or married, feels connection here. Broken, or healed we all belong, this is the place for those seeking to live, learn and grow in a spiritual life.
Tracey Grupp
When I was looking for a church, I was searching for a place where I could heal, grow spiritually, and simply be accepted. I wanted a church that would preach the truth, show genuine love, and feel like a place where I belonged.
A friend invited me to CLC, and although walking into such a large church was a little overwhelming at first, everyone was incredibly welcoming. Before long, I realized I had found exactly what my heart was longing for.
I just love the atmosphere. I’ve never felt judged. I always felt loved, accepted, and encouraged to keep growing in my faith.
The preaching is biblical, practical, and challenges me every week to become a better follower of Christ. The pastors genuinely care about people, and even in such a large church, they’ve made themselves approachable and available whenever I’ve needed support.
One thing I appreciate is that while CLC is a large church, it doesn’t make it hard to find community. Through Life Groups, serving opportunities, and missions, I’ve found ways to get involved and build meaningful relationships.
Five years later, I’m still thankful a friend invited me that Sunday. CLC has truly been a place of healing, growth, and belonging for me, and I’m grateful to call it my church home.
Tori Love
From the outside, my story looks simple. A girl who shows up to school, gets good grades, stays involved, and keeps moving forward. But the truth is, my life has never been that simple.
For as long as I can remember, I have felt different. While other kids seem to move through life with ease, I spend years fighting battles that no one can see. My mind is loud, overwhelming, and exhausting. There are years when I don’t want to be here at all. I struggle with anxiety, depression, and wondering if I truly belong. I spend time in and out of inpatient treatment, trying different medications and searching for what it feels like to be “normal.”
Even through all of that, I keep going.
People don’t always see the strength it takes just to make it through an ordinary day. Along with my mental health struggles comes physical pain that only my family truly understands. I live with constant stomach pain that doctors still haven’t been able to explain. I spend more time in doctors’ offices, hospitals, and appointments than the average teenager. Some visits end with surgeries and procedures, while others end with me leaving in pain, still searching for answers. I continue trusting that one day, in God’s perfect timing, those answers will come because I know He has a good, good plan for my life.
As if that isn’t enough, psoriasis becomes another battle. It affects me physically, emotionally, and mentally. Some days it feels unbearable, but I remind myself that this path has been given to me for a reason, even if I don’t understand that reason yet.
Despite everything, I continue to show up. I miss school because of my health, yet I never allow myself to fall behind. I continue earning A’s, pushing myself to be the best I can be. Every obstacle strengthens my determination because I refuse to let my circumstances decide who I become.
For years, I searched for who I am and where I belong. That search leads me to Christ. Today, my faith is what carries me through every unanswered question, every painful day, and every difficult season. I want to know Him more, worship Him, go to church every Sunday, and trust the purpose He has for my life.
I am still a work in progress. I still face hard days, unanswered questions, and challenges that test my strength. But I also know that my story isn’t defined by my struggles. It is defined by perseverance, faith, and the hope that God continues to place in my heart.
I belong here. I have always belonged here. And I know with all my heart that God isn’t finished writing my story.
Emma Pirolli
CLC is the reason I not only met my wife, but surrendered my life to Jesus.
I grew up in a Christian church but never understood about surrender and repentance or about having a relationship with Jesus. After an incident happened with the pastor of the church I left and fell into a life of sin.
One day as I was scrolling on social media, depressed, and feeling lost I saw someone had posted a video of themselves worshipping to this incredible music at CLC. I commented on it saying how cool that church seemed. That comment started a conversation with the person who posted it. She had invited me to CLC with her. While there i felt the presence of Jesus enter me as Pastor Mark preached an amazing sermon! I broke down and cried. I went home that night and fell to my knees and surrendered my life and asked God to take control. The person who posted this is now my Wife and we attend CLC every week with our children. This church has completely changed my life.
Timothy Titus
It started with a book called the Shack, where a non-follower of Christ has an encounter with God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit. This book piqued my interest even though I considered myself an atheist. During the next few years, I saw a few Christian movies by the Kendrick brothers. After watching these films, a family member asked, “How do you even like these movies if you don’t believe in God?” I had no answer. Then I saw a movie called “Breakthrough”. It’s a film where God performs a miracle on a boy who drowned. At that point, I thought, “I’d sure like to find a church that teaches these moral values, but not the Jesus stuff.” So, I began to research, and I found out that this author and these film makers were Christian. I searched for a Christian church and found CLC’s website. I briefly watched a Sunday service video and saw Pastor Mark preaching. A week or two later was Easter. I thought I should go and check it out. That day, Easter Sunday 2019, turned out to be the best day of my life. Within minutes of listening to the worship songs, I was singing along. Then when Pastor Mark began his sermon, I felt like God was speaking through him directly to me. However, when he began the altar call, I felt the Holy Spirit fill me. That moment I surrendered my life to Jesus and I felt God’s love for the first time in my life.
Jeffrey Gold
God is at work in each of our lives, and sharing what He’s done can encourage someone else in their own journey of faith. Whether your story is about finding Jesus, experiencing healing, overcoming a difficult season, or seeing God’s faithfulness in everyday life, we’d love to hear it.
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