Born into a communist household where none of my family members are religious, I came to America alone at the age of fourteen to attend high school. During that time, a friend invited me to church, where I first heard the gospel of Jesus Christ. I began attending Sunday services and Bible studies regularly. Yet, although I acknowledged God intellectually, I had not truly received His salvation. I believed in Him in my mind, but not in my heart, and I often forgot about Him when life felt stable and comfortable. Everything changed while I was pursuing my BFA degree at Arizona State University. The pressures of school, combined with the loneliness of having my entire family in China, led me into a season of deep mental and emotional struggle. For the first time, I experienced a profound sense of brokenness that I could not overcome on my own. In that moment of desperation, I turned to Jesus with a sincere and humbled heart. Trusting in Him was no longer optional; it became a matter of life and death. As I cried out for His love and forgiveness, I experienced His presence in a transformative way and came to understand that the gospel is the true answer to the deepest needs of the human soul. As I began to experience the joy of salvation, I felt a strong conviction to pursue Christian community and ministry. In September 2022, I started serving with Bridges International as a student leader, and I have continued in that ministry even after graduating from ASU. Bridges is a missionary organization under Cru that focuses on ministering to international students on college campuses.Through this involvement, I have helped plan and host events, shared my testimony publicly, led Bible studies, and brought students to Christ. More importantly, my time in this ministry has shaped my heart and allowed me to understand my calling from God. Having once been an international student navigating cultural and personal challenges on my own, I have developed a deep compassion for others in similar situations. I have witnessed firsthand how the gospel brings hope, identity, and belonging, and I feel called to share that same hope with international students who have not yet encountered Christ. Following my undergraduate studies, I enrolled as a full-time student at Phoenix Seminary, pursuing a Master of Arts in Ministry to further prepare for vocational ministry. My academic training is equipping me with a deeper understanding of Scripture and strengthening my ability to faithfully communicate the gospel to people who have not heard it. I am committed to growing not only in knowledge but also in spiritual maturity and practical ministry skills. After completing my seminary training, I plan to serve as a full-time missionary with Bridges, continuing to minister among international students in the United States, especially in regions with high international populations. In the long term, I hope to return to China to share the gospel despite its extreme political hostility toward Christianity. My desire is to use every gift, experience, and opportunity that God has given me for His glory, trusting that He will use my life to reach others and advance His kingdom.