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God Heals Paralyzed Teen Who Could Not Walk

by Christel Berns September 29, 2022

A teen paralyzed because of a skiing accident turned to God and prayed for his healing, and God answered powerfully.

Paralyzed From Ski Accident

In January 2017, Ryan Kolonich met an unfortunate accident while having fun skiing in Pennsylvania with his ski club group. The high school senior apparently crashed hard into the icy ground. And the next thing he knew, he could no longer move his body.

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As soon as paramedics rushed Ryan to the hospital, Ryan thought he could no longer walk because he was paralyzed. The MRI then revealed that his vertebrae had been shattered and pieces of bones had pinched his spinal cord. So, he had to go through immediate surgery. But the doctor made it clear that the teen could lose his ability to walk after the 4-hour surgery.

Faith In God

But despite the bad news, Ryan’s family clung to their faith in God. So, they asked for prayers from everyone they knew. Soon, the surgery went successful, and Ryan got stabilized. But doctors have yet to find out if he could still walk again. Five days later, they saw improvement as Ryan could finally twitch his toe.

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Although doctors doubted his slow recovery, the family rejoiced with Ryan’s slight improvement. Ryan was still determined to be healed and give his all. Then at a rehab facility, he turned to God and prayed about his circumstance. That’s when he learned to celebrate small victories in his healing process. Through prayer and hard work, Ryan gradually recovered.

Then, on the last day of therapy at the facility, Ryan could finally walk toward his mom, who waited for him at the end. It also became his goal to be able to walk and get his diploma himself on his graduation day.

“I knew that if God could get me to where I was, there’s nothing that could stop me,” Ryan remarked.

And indeed, God showed His power and made all of Ryan’s desires come true.

"God listened." Paralyzed Man Rises - and Walks.

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September 29, 2022 0 comment

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Police Officer Paralyzed For 10 Years Healed Miraculously

by Christel Berns January 28, 2022

written by Christel Berns

A Police Officer slipped while on duty and was paralyzed for ten years. He felt hopeless until Jesus miraculously healed him in a healing conference he attended.

Paralyzed Police Officer

Former Police Officer Bryan Lapooh had an accident while on duty that paralyzed the right side of his body. However, doctors were confident that he would soon fully recover.

He spent hours in physical therapy and relied on a walker and leg brace to move around. But for the next several years, nothing happened. Instead, he became permanently disabled and suffered from constant pain.

Then Bryan’s condition forced him to have an early retirement.

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As a result, Bryan began to wrestle with God towards his situation. And his desperation often led him to unbelief sometimes.

“I would always say, ‘Lord, why is this happening to me? I’m supposed to be a child of Yours. And I feel like I’m getting beat up worse than somebody else,” the officer recalled. But with all the questioning, he still cried out to God and asked for His help.

Believing God All The Way

Meanwhile, his wife, Meg, never gave up hope for Bryan’s healing. Believing God would heal her husband, she often asked the church and friends to pray for a miracle. She would also take him to some healing conferences at times. Meg always believed that one day God would heal Bryan.

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Then after ten years of trying to join healing conferences and prayers, a miracle happened. In 2019, Bryan and Meg attended another healing conference. Meg, by faith, told her husband not to bring his crutches because he’s no longer going to need them. But during this time, unbelief already filled Bryan’s heart because, throughout the years, nothing ever happened. He didn’t want to get prayed for again.

But that all changed when right before Bryan’s eyes, the paralysis began to leave his body in Jesus’ Name!

“It felt like someone grabbed me and made me walk” - Police Officer with Paralysis Finally Healed

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January 28, 2022 0 comment

Man on wheelchair takes care of paralyzed father

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Man In Wheelchair Miraculously Takes Care Of His Paralyzed Father

by Christel Berns January 26, 2022

written by Christel Berns

A man from China inspires the world with his kindness in caring for his paralyzed father even when he is in a wheelchair and can only move his arms and hands.

Selfless Man In Wheelchair

In 2008, Zhang Xiaodong was diagnosed with Ankylosing Spondylitis. Three months after his diagnosis, his condition worsened to the point he could no longer walk or stand. And doctors say there is no cure.

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Zhang and his bed-ridden father used to live with their relatives. But they decided to move out to lessen their burden, because they were having a hard time already.

“My relatives are suffering economically and mentally because of our conditions. They are very stressed and are having a hard time,” he said. “So I want to do something to ease their burden. I can’t be selfish.”

Thankfully, the government supports a $110 monthly for his needs. However, he opted to take care of his dad because he couldn’t afford to hire a caregiver. Hence, even with his disability, he cooks, goes to the market, feeds his father, gives him a sponge bath, mops the floor.

Taking Care Of Paralyzed Father

On top of that, Zhang can also take care of himself well. And he records that by uploading a video on social media where he would upload his daily life. It began last year so he could raise funds for his joint surgery. And as a result, many people volunteered to help them. A doctor even offered to check if surgery was possible to fix his condition.

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“It’s easy for me to give up on myself, but I have my father,” he said. “Although I’m not giving him the best care if I’m gone, my father’s life wouldn’t get better. It would only get worse.”

Then he remarked, “I really can’t leave him alone. I must take up the responsibility and keep trying.”

Further, he reasoned, “I really want to undergo surgery so I can stand up again and take good care of my father, aunt, and uncle. They’re getting older, but don’t have children to look after them,” he added.

“This is my only goal, and I’m striving toward it,” Zhang said.

Zhang’s life is an evidence of how God really takes good care of His children. He will never be overwhelmed by His children’s needs, no matter how big they may be.

God is good!

Disabled son in China takes care of paralysed father

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January 26, 2022 0 comment

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Community Helps Out Half-Paralyzed Vendor For 7 Years

by Christa March 17, 2021

written by Christa

Citizens have been seeing the half-paralyzed vendor in the streets for 7 years. Despite his condition, he has spent the last several years trying to make an income for his family. When one concerned resident knew of his situation, he rallied his friends and community to help out the dedicated vendor.

Half-paralyzed vendor

A Facebook user, Melbert Carreon, shared the vendor’s story on the platform. According to Melbert, the vendor sells spices and condiments. Although he finds it hard to talk properly, the man answered Melbert with his questions.

“If I don’t sell, I won’t have anything to eat,” the man told Melbert. Apparently, half of his body is paralyzed.

Moreover, some would mock the vendor for the way he walks and even the way he appears. But his dedication pushed him to never miss a single day to go out and carry his large basket of goods to sell.

Until Melbert finally got the chance to ask the man. After knowing the vendor’s hard work and commitment, he went on to tell about the man on his social media account. He asked for prayers and financial aid for the man.

His inspiring post quickly went viral, and many responded to his request. Melbert would directly give all donations to the vendor.

Power in unity

Indeed, there are many amazing things a community can do when it is united.

A similar situation happened to a group of compassionate inmates. They gathered all of their income from their working jobs inside the prison and helped pay a struggling student’s tuition fee.

The freshman student’s father suffered a heart attack and was in need of surgery. At the same time, his mother lost half of her sight after being involved in an accident. They eventually lost their jobs, and they could no longer support their son in his studies.

But, thanks to the inmates’ collective effort, the student received his high school Diploma last year and is a step closer to his dreams.

March 17, 2021 0 comment

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Christian Nurse Sacrifices Her Life To Save Paralyzed Patient From Burning Home

by Christel Berns December 8, 2020

written by Christel Berns

In Richland Parish, Louisiana, a selfless nurse died while trying to save her paralyzed patient trapped in a burning house.

Selfless Nurse Sacrifices Life For Patient

On Nov. 23, at around six in the evening, a fire broke out in the house of a paralyzed homeowner in Louisiana. Because of her condition, the fire trapped her in her room. But Gwendolyn Theus, who worked in nutrition services at Delhi Hospital before becoming a nurse, was there when it happened. So, she alerted her patient and came to her rescue.

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According to the Louisiana Office of State Fire Marshal, Gwendolyn did everything she could to keep her patient safe. She attempted to cross through the doorway, but they couldn’t, so she tried to get the 71-year-old patient out through the window instead.

But by the time first responders came and rescued them, the nurse had already inhaled a lot of smoke. Doctors couldn’t revive her. Thus, she passed away.

Facebook | Gwendolyn Theus

Meanwhile, her paralyzed patient survived. Authorities took her to a burn unit in Mississippi, where she is expected to make a full recovery.

“Ms. Theus’ valiant efforts to put her patient’s life before her own are both admirable and heartbreaking,” stated the state Fire Marshal. “Our prayers are with her loved ones. And with the surviving victim for her recovery and loss of her dedicated nurse and friend.”

A Woman Of God

In an obituary of the 64-year-old hero nurse, it said how she was known for “sharing the message of hope and love with everyone she knew.”

“Gwen was a sensitive, loving, and dedicated woman of God,” the obituary said. “She gave her life to save another on the evening of Nov. 23 in a house fire while sitting with an elderly, paralyzed patient.”

Indeed, Gwen demonstrated such sacrificial love of Christ to her patient. Just like what was written in the Bible in John 15:13, “Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.”

She is a real hero, and her legacy in loving the way Christ did will surely be remembered. Let’s continue to pray for the bereaved family of Gwen.

Reference: Faithpot

December 8, 2020 0 comment

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Man Paralyzed For 15 Years Fulfills Desire To Be Baptized

by Christel Berns December 2, 2020

written by Christel Berns

A man that has been paralyzed for 15 years has been longing to be baptized in water. His family and friends went to the effort to make it possible for him.

Benjamin Pratt was 14-years-old when he and his friends were in a horrible car accident. The incident happened when they crossed over a bypass in Humboldt. The accident took the life of his friend and left him paralyzed.

Fulfilling Wish To Be Baptized

For 15 years, his mom Sherry Pratt has been taking care of him. The young man needs 24/7 care because he has little control over any muscles below his neck. Additionally, he can only communicate by blinking his eyes. The now 29-year-old has longed to be baptized. So, friends and family went out of their way to help make it happen.

Benjamin was baptized in a swimming pool while his family and friends cheered him on.

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“There is no words. We waited for a while and Ben was thrilled. I don’t think he slept in a week,” his mom revealed.

“We’re all just ecstatic. We are so grateful for everybody that has put in all this hard work for us.”

The Operations Manager for Medical Center EMS, Paul Spencer, and other staff helped Benjamin with the baptism. He said, “EMS services took care of him then. His family and the nurses have done great care for him over the last 15 years, and we are just excited to be here on this day.”

16-Year-Old Student Paralyzed in Crash has an Unforgettable Heaven Experience

Moreover, Paul’s tears welled up when they saw Benjamin smiling big when they lowered him into and out of the water.

“I wasn’t nervous at all at that point,” he said. “He smiled at us real big right before we lowered him in, and he was still smiling big when we brought him back out.”

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Unusual Baptism

Meanwhile, Pastor Randy Kea, who performed the baptism, admitted it’s the most unusual baptism he’s been a part of. But he’s delighted to have witnessed it through the life of Benjamin.

“This was a combined effort of several different folks and authorities and people, and so we are all just really thankful. I know the family is too. I already had all assurance that he wanted this, but that confirmed it even more and I was glad to be a small part of it,” he stressed.

“I’ve been doing this more than 40 years. And I can tell you I’ve never done a baptism like this, and that’s fine,” the pastor further added. “Benjamin expressed a desire to do this because he’s a believer, and I’m glad it could come together for him.”

“It’s just remarkable. It’s great,” the loving mother, Sherry, said.

Reference: Faithpot

December 2, 2020 0 comment