“…but prayer was made without ceasing of the church unto God for him.” (Acts 12:5b)
Sis. Betty Austin – friend of the Apostolic Writers Digest and frequent contributor of articles, had a heart catheterization Wednesday, September 9th. It was revealed that she has had a heart attack some while back. The doctors were seeking to learn the extent of the damage and determine their further course of action. We are praising the Lord for a good report! The blockages were only 30 and 40% and no additional procedures or medications will be necessary. Sis. Betty was able to come home that day, has completely recovered, is feeling really good, and is thankful for how the Lord brought her through.
Jaquel Morton – teenaged daughter of Bro. James Morton, came to church on Sunday, September 6th, for prayer because of a serious medical condition which left her weak, unable to eat and unable to even stand without support. That week she was hospitalized as doctors tried to determine the cause for her condition. But God stepped in! His touch turned her situation completely around. Sunday, September 13th found her back in the house of God with renewed strength. Her joy-filled smile was a witness even when she wasn’t testifying about how much better she felt. Sunday evening service found her being baptized in the wonderful Name of Jesus – the One who had healed her body was now making her whole in Him!
Baby John King – premature infant born (in Portsmouth, Virginia,) with serious lung problems. Doctors felt he would not be able to come home until his actual due date (which was the end of August). “But prayer was made…” the Lord intervened and little John has improved in every way. He’s now taking eight bottles per day! This was the significant milestone which allowed him to come home early – July 17th!
Laurie Ibrahim – wife and mother, has Type I diabetes and was in the final month of a difficult pregnancy. “But prayer was made…” We thankfully rejoice and report that Laurie was safely delivered of a healthy 8 lb. 15 oz. baby girl (Hailey) on Wednesday, July 8th at 4:41 p.m. Mother and daughter are progressing nicely and the reports of little Hailey are that she is beautiful with lots of black hair! Looks just like daddy and big brother, Joshua! Mama and Hailey came home from the hospital Friday evening, July 10th.
Janine Jeffrey – the paperwork for Janine’s South African passport has been in progress for a very long time. It is necessary for her to have it in order to visit with her family in South Africa and be able to return to the States afterward. “But prayer was made…” and the Lord has blessed. Janine received her passport on July 8th!
Takara Wholters – 5 year-old child, was suffering from an unexplained swelling and inflamation since Sunday (June 28th). “But prayer was made” in the child’s home church and here at New Life during the Monday evening family prayer meeting. The Lord has intervened – the swelling and inflammation have subsided overnight and she is feeling much better Tuesday, June 30th!
Don Warfield – was suffering from back problems, unable to bend over and could not tie his own shoes. “But prayer was made…” on a recent Sunday evening… Monday morning, Don came into the kitchen saying to his wife, “Look!” He bent over and placed his hands on the floor – and then showed her that he had tied his own shoes!
LeBrun Jackson, Jr. – 10 year-old LeBrun was taken to Children’s Hospital. It was thought that he had a brain lesion or tumor that was likely cancerous. “But prayer was made…” The church prayed on Sunday morning, Pastor Foreman visited LeBrun and his family at the hospital that afternoon and prayed again. Monday Pastor Foreman received a phone call from LeBrun’s father that additional scans revealed that the lesion, which was previously the size of one’s little finger, was now the size of the head of a needle. The cancer cloud was lifted as God intervened on young LeBrun’s behalf!
Mary Beth Wholters – About three years ago, the Lord spoke through the ministry that all would be well in Mary’s body. Yet, after dealing with continual tests for cancer over a five-year period, Mary was scheduled for another exploratory surgery. “But prayer was made…” Her pastor (In Jacksonville, Florida) came to pray before this surgery. In addition, a prayer cloth had been sent to her from New Life Apostolic (her home church). Mary tucked the prayer cloth into her hospital gown’s pocket as she was wheeled into surgery. A week later, at her post-surgery appointment, the oncology doctor said, “There is no cancer. The biopsies are negative. From now on you only need normal annual physical exams - so, you are discharged from my care.”
Shane – Friend of Pastor Foreman, living in Brunswick, Georgia, was suffering with severe back pain and unable to work. He requested prayer and a prayer cloth was sent. Since receiving it he is up, walking and working again, and is rejoicing in the healing touch of the Lord.
Darius – 2 year-old child suffering with Cystic Fibrosis, (whose grand-mother works with one of the ladies from New Life,) was not gaining weight because of his illness. His doctors scheduled surgery to implant a feeding tube. Grandma requested prayer and a prayer cloth was sent through her to the family prior to surgery. the Lord touched Darius and he came through surgery with flying colors. Darius began gaining weight and is able to help take care of his own surgical site. Grandma reports that his weight gain is now 3 pounds! His doctors are thrilled with his progress. Darius and his family are thankful to the Lord for answered prayer!
Joyce St. Clair – was laid off from her job. Joyce believed and requested prayer, the church prayed and she has returned to work… in Michigan’s “down” economy! Praise the Lord!
LeBrun Jackson, Sr. – Out of work – requested prayer on Sunday – was called for two job interviews on Monday! He was Baptized in Jesus’ Name (along with his two sons,) on Easter Sunday morning – then LeBrun received the gift of the Holy Ghost on Friday at the men’s retreat in Marshall, Michigan - just like the Bible says! God answers prayer!
Nona Freeman – veteran missionary to Africa – suffered a stroke in January. We have been in prayer that the Lord would raise her up. Recently, the Lord restored her eyesight and she can now read her Bible again. Easter Sunday, her 70th anniversary of ministry, found her preaching from her wheelchair at Bro. Flowers’ church in Mesquite, Texas. To God be the glory!
Kristina - Bro. James Morton requested prayer on Tuesday for Kristina, who was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis and needed a good job. On Wednesday evening during service, he reported a phone call from Kristina in which she was rejoicing at complete answers to prayer – both in an excellent report from the doctor and her job need was met. All the glory belongs to Jesus!
The Lord has done so much for the Fischer family. I will never forget the night that New Life had an altar call and Ray was healed of Crohn’s through prayer that night at the altar. When we left Church he knew he had been touched. About 3 months later the doctors at U of M took him off all Crohns medication. They were all amazed at the mercy and power of Jesus. What an honor it is to be able to pray for each other!