Just a few short years ago I was immortal, or at least I thought so. I was powerful, strong, and believing I was in charge. But I was brought to my knees; literally. I was diagnosed with diabetes, heart disease and cancer. I saw some top surgeons and I thought they had all talked to each other because they all told me the same thing: "We can't operate. If we try we will kill you." I didn't want to ask God to help. I didn't want to look like a hypocrite by asking for His help. But everywhere I turned, there He was! I needed a lawyer to arrange my will. I was too sick to leave home. Patti (that's my wife) called one and he offered to come to my home. When he did, he could feel Patti's faith. He asked if he could bring his wife back since we would need a witness for signing the will. They asked to lay hands on me and pray for me. I said ok. When they did, I felt it deeply.
People everywhere were praying for me, this church included. Everywhere I went people prayed for me - nurses, hospital cleaning people, strangers. My wife said God would heal me. When? “In His time”. I said I'm ready right now. But I wasn't, my heart wasn't right. I could write a book and not say all that's happened to me. Here's just a couple of the miracles that I've experienced. At one time I was afraid of a needle. Then I knew the Lord, and was facing a 12 hour operation, knowing at best I would lose a lot of major body parts, and I was at peace. My blood pressure was perfect! I've had two major ones since and have been calmly assured.
My worst surgery I was in real trouble. A battle was going on within me. I said "God, is this a battle between You and the devil?" He answered (with a chuckle) "Yes it is - Who do you think will win?" I awoke in the morning and a janitor was mopping the floor of my hospital room. He looked straight at me and said "All in God's time. Romans 8:28"
Though I cherish the extra time I've been given to draw and give all the love I can, I rest in the thought that Jesus gave His all so I (and you) can have true peace. I thought how special I must be to receive so many miracles and blessings. And then it dawned on me - no, I'm not so special. This is available to anyone who will open his heart and believe. God, I thank You!
I had planned to end my story here, but I can't. It was here at the Crossing during prayer for healing on December 3rd I asked for prayer and people prayed over me. A lady (Chris) asked me to try something I could not do before. I tried bending my knees while standing - quite a feat for me. It worked! Then the very next week another prayer, another miracle! I walked all around the church - something I hadn't been able to do for two years! I am in awe of all that God can do. If I lived another fifty years, I would not be able to praise the Lord enough! If I only lived another minute, I've known peace, love and joy. More important, I know Jesus. I think it's a beer commercial that says: It just doesn't get any better than this!!!
