// Written Testimony

how to prepare a 20 minutes testimony general outline

What Is a Christian Testimony?

A Christian testimony is your personal story of how God transformed your life through Jesus Christ. It’s a way to say:
“I was blind, but now I see. I was lost, but now I am found.”

The goal is not to highlight yourself but to edify God in Jesus’ name—to show His love, grace, and power at work in a real life (yours), and to encourage others that He can do the same for them.

Testimony Structure (for 15–20 minutes)

You can break your story into four main sections, spending about 4–5 minutes on each:

1. Before Christ (Your Life Before Knowing God)

  • What was your mindset, lifestyle, or identity?
  • What were you searching for—love, purpose, truth?
  • Were you trapped in sin, pride, fear, religion, or confusion?
  • Share a few real examples, but avoid glorifying the past.
  • Theme: I was blind. I was lost.

2. The Turning Point (How You Encountered Jesus)

  • What circumstances led you to realize your need for a Savior?
  • Who or what helped you understand the truth about Jesus?
  • How did you come to believe in His death and resurrection personally?
  • Describe the moment or process of surrendering to Him.
  • Theme: Jesus found me. He opened my eyes

3. After Receiving Christ (The Change and New Understanding)

  • How did receiving the Holy Spirit affect your heart, mind, and desires?
  • What did you begin to understand about God’s love and grace?
  • What areas of your life began to change—and how?
  • Theme: Now I see. Now I understand.

4. Who You Are Now (Ongoing Walk with Jesus)

  • How has your identity, purpose, or direction in life changed?
  • What is Jesus teaching you now?
  • Share a recent example of His faithfulness or presence in your life.
  • How do you want to glorify Him going forward?
  • Theme: I am found. I live for Him.

🔹 Final Notes

  • Keep Jesus at the center. Your story is a reflection of His power and mercy, not your performance.
  • Avoid Christian jargon that non-believers may not understand. Speak plainly and with love.
  • Pray before sharing—ask God to use your words to touch hearts.
  • Invite others to experience the same transformation through Jesus.
  • Theme: I am found. I live for Him.