“Hello, my name is Christopher M. Goff. Like many of you, I have seen the ups and downs of my life! I have struggled and made ways due, even by means of hurting someone, and experienced homelessness. I have cheated and lied a lot in my lifetime! The days went by slowly as my stress progressed.
Never did I think I would be the man to sit here and talk to you guys, but I am grateful! I haven’t felt this type of depression in a long time, but I learned how to move forward! I am a simple, humble father and dad, true to my word! Faith will carry you a long way, and believing in yourself is proof!
Upon This Rock helped me become an even better person than I already was. They helped me with shelter and helped me obtain housing so my children could come and stay with me.
In my past, I blamed people for my own failures in life. I even went as far as not being able to see myself as a respected man. Life is a challenge we may not be ready for, but I’m here now!
Taking the time to understand your own flaws and the things we need to do as humans is important to becoming successful in our own minds. The blessing that you want, need, and crave is here—just look inside yourself! Loving yourself and accepting the past are equally important.
Do not give up on yourself. Believe—just like I did! If there is something wrong in life, there is also something positive. Learn, love, and grow. Become somebody to yourself first, and then become somebody to someone else in this world!
Be blessed. I’m truly grateful for all the help this program has provided, including case management and the available wraparound services.
Thank you,
Chris”
Christopher M. Goff
