https://cbn.com/news/us/borderline-satanism-god-encounter-former-lesbian-says-jesus-completely-transformed-her Melanie Rivas' joy for Jesus is contagious. In fact, a recent video about how God changed her life has gone viral on social media, garnering nearly 400,000 views. Yet, just nine months ago, the 22-year-old was homeless, broke, and fleeing from an abusive same-sex relationship. "My ex-wife stole all my money and locked me out of all of my accounts. So I had nothing," she told CBN News. Rivas says she was despondent and on the brink of suicide. However, a strange email notification led her to randomly purchase a Bible at a local Walmart. Rivas said that as she began to read the New Testament, the Spirit of God filled her car and her life was "completely transformed" in that moment. Early Years The Chicago native grew up in a Catholic home familiar with the traditions of the faith, such as baptism and communion. She shared, "It almost felt like a ro...