My name is Daina German, and I grew up in a Christian home in the small town of Ho-Ho-Kus, New Jersey. I accepted the Lord Jesus Christ when I was very young in Sunday School. I remember being in middle school and asking my dad theological question on our ride over to youth group; my curiosity was flourishing but my faith was not yet the intimate relationship that I have with Him today. When I was in high school, my faith turned into a primary focus of being “morally right.” I went to a public school and although I originally had the pure intention of wanting to be a good witness and example of the Lord to my peers, the enemy crept in and developed a spirit of perfectionism within me. It wasn’t until college that I realized that I was trying to “better myself” through my own abilities instead of seeking the Lord and have Him do the work to change me. This habit totally took the Lord out of the equation, and I placed myself in what should have been the Lord’s position as master of my life. Since, I was so used to going to myself for help, control and self-correction, I began to play God’s role in others’ lives as well. I believe the Lord has gifted me with the ability to see where other’s need help and growth, however, instead of pointing them to the Lord to be their help in times of trouble, I tried to be their savior. This left me feeling very burnt out in my relationships because I was putting myself in a role that I was never meant to fill. Since then, the Lord has been very gentle and patient with me as He has removed myself from being the idol of my own life and teaching me about His generous gift of grace. I realize now that I do not need to be perfect, because He was perfect for me. And I can now be obedient to the Lord and rest in His plans as I serve others, knowing He is their hope and savior. I have been blessed to join the Grace Restoration Home family in October 2021, praying for my brothers and sisters in Christ as they heal and learn more about who they are in Christ.