My name is Htwe Min Htet. I was born into a devout Buddhist family in Creative Access-MR. My parents are deeply committed to Buddhism and serve on the committee of pagoda trustees. As a child, I often accompanied them to the pagoda, worshiping gods, and striving to develop inner peace and good behavior.

After finishing my training and certification, I became a public transportation driver. My job took me across the country, where I met people from diverse cultures and religions, including Christians, Muslims and Hindus.

Like many, I worked hard to earn money, hoping it would bring satisfaction. But no matter how much I earned, I felt an emptiness within – a deep thirst in my spirit and a persistent lack of peace. I continued visiting the pagoda and worshiping gods, but nothing filled the void.

In 2019, I drove a group of Christians from Mandalay to Kalamyo. During the trip, I overheard them discussing peace and the meaning of life. Their words intrigued me, and I began asking them questions. We talked throughout the day, and I felt a growing desire to know more about their God.

A desire to know more about the Christian’s God stayed with me for years. In 2023, through a friend in Yangon, I had the opportunity to meet a pastor. He explained to me about the Creator, His creation, the reality of death and the promise of eternal life.

The Holy Spirit began to move in my heart as I learned about Jesus’ love and salvation. I finally experienced the peace I had been searching for. That peace led me to make the most important decision of my life: I received Jesus Christ as my Lord and Savior.

I knew my parents would be upset with my decision, but I could not replace the peace I had found in Christ with anything else. The very next day, I attended a baptism class and was baptized.

Though I am still a new believer, I am confident in my faith. I continue to pray my parents will one day experience the same peace and transformation I have found.