Corbyn was walking on the Chattanooga Bridge where Elder Ulm and Elder Collins stopped her and invited her to church. They passed her information to Sister Bingham and Sister Adams in Hixson. She was taught by these two sisters and later Sister Gabbitas.
Corbyn shared the following about her experience:
“I have always known of God. I was raised with Baptist and Evangelic principles. I was a Christian. But when I got old enough to question my religion, I was pushed out. When I was ostracized because of my questions, it led to a complete lack of faith even though I still thought of Jesus Christ as an active role model in my life.”
“I eventually went out into the world exploring the Abrahamic religions, Eastern religions, philosophy, and spirituality. I found that what was most important in my journey is recognizing the good in what God has done. In my heart, I desired to be closer to him and find peace. Spirituality was the last step in my journey. Spirituality taught me how to be still and practice gratitude. I’m grateful for the path God put me on because without it I wouldn’t have known how to call out to Him with reverence.”
“Just before joining The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, I was at a point in my life where my soul was unhappy. I was reaching my material goals, I had more things than ever before, but I felt lost and empty. I was fortunate enough to meet someone who pushed me to grow closer to God. They encouraged the habit of practicing gratitude. My heart started desiring a life away from sin. I slowly started pulling away from my old habits. During this time, it felt like everything was rapidly changing. I then prayed deeply to God, inviting Him into my life and asking Him to show me the way–to reveal Himself to me. I truly opened my heart not only to find Him, but to also in repenting. I was so sure He would be there for me. I didn’t know when, but I was certain. I sat in silence, taking in the energy of the prayer and acknowledging all that He had done.”
“I didn’t receive an answer until a week later when I met the missionaries on the bridge. I ended up going to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints as soon as I could to find out more information. I learned so much from the sister missionaries. I felt that this was exactly where I needed to be. God also answered a prayer I held very close to my heart, which was to have meaningful fellowship. The beginning of my conversion was difficult because I struggled with giving up old habits, but I was reassured at every step that God forgives, and I don’t need to be perfect. I am loved by the Creator as we all are. I don’t need to feel weighed down by my sins because all sins are measured the same and I can be redeemed through Christ. I am eternally grateful.”
“I was baptized on April 26, 2025. I am so glad I have come to know and be in a place that has the fullness of the gospel. I know that Jesus Christ lives.”
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When Corbyn was baptized, she couldn’t stop crying and was so grateful to have been able to make this covenant with her Savior.
Two days after she was baptized she took work off and went to the Atlanta Temple to do the baptism on behalf of her Mom who had passed away in 2020. Her Mom is the person who first taught her the importance of following Jesus Christ and she described the experience as “the most peaceful relaxing loving, just indescribable feeling.” Corbyn loves helping the missionaries in lessons and attending institute each week. She is SO excited to recieve a calling and continue her journey of conversion.
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