World renowned Australian atheist,Bill Hayden, at age 85, has renounced his atheism and been baptized into the Catholic Church.

What brought this octogenarian to faith in Jesus after not believing in God throughout many decades of his adult life? The former Labor Leader and Governor-General said that his decision was prompted by “witnessing so many selfless acts of compassion by Christians, and deep contemplation while recovering from a stroke.”

For all of us who profess to follow Jesus, this is a reminder that in times of trouble, people are attracted to Jesus not so much by preaching or fancy buildings or well-presented programs, but by the quiet witness of people who actually live like Jesus!