Today, I celebrate the 40th anniversary of my baptism. Four decades. A milestone that takes my breath away when I stop to consider the faithfulness of God.
It is a day of reflection and gratitude—a day to remember when I made a public declaration of my faith, going down into the waters as an old self and rising to walk in newness of life. I am reminded again of the apostle Paul’s words: “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!” (2 Corinthians 5:17, NIV). In Him, I am still that new creation—not because of my perfection, but because of His perfect grace. Washed clean by His blood. Filled with His Spirit. Held fast for forty years and counting.
So many things have changed since that day. But He has not. His love has never failed. His mercy has met me in my lowest valleys. His joy has been my strength in seasons I thought would break me.
As the psalmist wrote, “I will sing of your love and justice; to you, Lord, I will sing praise” (Psalm 101:1, NIV). Today, I sing. Not because life has been easy, but because He has been good. I praise the One who saved me, redeemed me, and gave me new life—and who is still writing my story.
Baptism light, then—
Forty years of grace still fresh,
His promise remains.
As I commemorate four decades since my baptism, I am overwhelmed by God’s faithfulness and sustaining grace. May His love continue to guide me. May I walk humbly, love boldly, and remain in the light of His presence for all my days.
Thank you for stopping by and spending time here. Your presence truly means the world to me. If this piece resonated with you, feel free to like, share, comment, or reblog—I’d love to hear your heart. Until we meet again in this space, I’m sending you love and abundant blessings.
With grace and truth,
Fay Ann Swearing
The Inspirational Room by Fay Ann Swearing 
