In 2016 our neighbors moved out. There was never a kid base in the neighborhood for Noah to play with and I really wanted that for him. Over the few years prior, I was trying to get back into church and wanted to find a church for my family to belong to. I tried a few times at a local church, even "becoming a member" in hopes of gaining a church community. I enjoyed the messages from the pastor, but the community never came. So, I stopped going to church, again!

Back to 2016, I prayed specifically for God to send a family with children the same age as mine and that we would mesh well. Boy did God answer! In comes Gunter and Bethany with their amazing kids. I instantly connected with them and Noah found instant friends. Not only did God answer that specific prayer, but he also answered my pray of many years of finding a church home. Gunter shared with me the day we met that he and Bethany were sent here to plant a church. Instantly, I told him, "I'm on board." I wanted to do everything I could to see this dream of theirs come to fruition. This is what I had been looking for! It became abundantly clear that God was all over this. Over the last 2 years, my bible knowledge has grown by leaps and bounds and my relationship with God has as well.

Another way God revealed himself to me was after a conversation I had with Gunter about God's miracles. I had expressed to him that I couldn't wrap my mind around miracles. This was a Tuesday. Gunter sent me a podcast that night. The next day I went to work and God showed me miracles that day. It's true what the bible says, "ask and you shall receive." Here are the miracles that took place on that day. ALL IN ONE DAY! First, A friend of mine's grandmother had been diagnosed with leukemia the week before. She went in for a bone marrow aspiration procedure and the doctor came back with the results and said, "I know no other explanation, other than through the power of prayer, but there are no leukemia cells present".

Next, As a labor and delivery nurse, I see the devastating side of childbirth and pregnancy. On this particular day, a patient was sent to our unit because the office could not find fetal heart tones. They even did an ultrasound to confirm that the baby had passed. She was sent to us for an induction. Upon arrival, the doctors did another ultrasound to confirm the diagnosis. Well, when they placed the ultrasound on her abdomen, the baby was moving and had a heart beat. Not only that, but they performed a biophysical profile to test the baby's well-being. The best result is an 8/8. That baby had an 8/8 biophysical profile! This woman was coming in after being told the worst news possible and God showed up big time.

And finally, my dog was diagnosed with a liver shunt and almost died. We went to the emergency vet and to specialists in Florida. Obviously, the result was a crazy expensive ordeal. I was so worried, as I did not have the funds for this and was torn as to what to do. That afternoon I received a text from my husband stating he got a raise that more than covered the cost of my dog's bills.

I am here to tell you, that God is so GOOD! He really showed up for me that day. He knew that I needed to see those things to put the doubt from my mind. He is a wonderworking God and a WayMaker! - Abby

“In the four Sundays that I have attended The Dwelling, this is how I would summarize The Dwelling:
The Dwelling creates a safe and welcoming space for others to make room and encounter God, in ways that seem unfathomable. It is a space of humility, hope, compassion, and kindness. It is a space of love, laughter, and hugs. It is a space of worship, teaching, praying, and growing. It is a space of support, accountability, and honesty. It is a space of healing, forgiveness, rest, and renewal. Most of all, it is a space that is illuminated by God’s presence and spirit from the moment you walk in.

The Dwelling church has vividly and radically changed my life. When I was first given the offer to come to The Dwelling, I was close to saying, "No", as I was exhausted of going through the motions and seeking but never finding God’s presence within the church. However, it was not long before I found Him in The Dwelling. I told my friend yesterday I have never experienced excitement to attend a church or would get butterflies when I thought about God. Church was never the highlight of my week. However, with The Dwelling, that is simply not the case. I think that's one of the best parts of my experience with The Dwelling. In addition, that hunger to learn and serve God, began to fill me too.

I would like to thank you and The Dwelling Team for creating an experience like this for other people. I am amazed to witness a church of individuals that create this environment for others to also encounter God, the way I have. Finally, thank you for demonstrating what it means to live your faith, rather than just to have faith. I have never seen a group of individuals do it so well, as I have with The Dwelling.” - Karlee

“I decided that I needed my life turned around and out of the turmoil. I have not been to a church since 1999. I stopped attending the many different variations when I was being judged for being me, for what I was wearing, and how I was as a person. My wife and I have had several hiccups in our marriage and it was time to take the leap of faith with my Father to lead not only myself but lead my family in the right direction. The Dwelling has opened my eyes better than any other place I have attended and it feels like a home away from home. I am still an introvert, but being a part of the Dwelling and attending the connect groups is helping me step out of my comfort zone a little more.” - Quinn

“We have lived in Savannah for almost two years. We moved from Virginia, where we had a great church family. My daughter and I went to several area churches and just did not find the right fit. I was depressed and told my husband in December that I was probably going to have to talk to the doctor about going back on antidepressants. 

One day this past January, when I came home from work, my mom said, ‘You got some mail that I think you will like over there.’ I looked at it, and it was a mailer from The Dwelling Church! I read over the information and burst into tears! My mom smiled and said, ‘That’s the one, isn’t it?’

I came the first weekend and loved the service and the people. I came the following week, and when I walked in, some of the serve team remembered my name. I felt like I belonged here and that this was God fulfilling a promise that I would again have a church family to worship with and do life with! 

I am so grateful that the Akridges listened to the call to plant here in Savannah and for everyone on the launch team who made room for me. You all are the best!”  - Bobbie