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Damar Hamlin Speaks Up First Time After Recovery: ‘God Using Me As A Vessel..’

by Christel Berns January 30, 2023

For the first time after recovering from a cardiac arrest attack, NFL star Damar Hamlin speaks up and shares an encouraging message to his fans, “God using me as a vessel.”

Damar Hamlin Speaks Up

Buffalo Bills’ safety Damar Hamlin made headlines when he suddenly collapsed in the middle of the game against the Cincinnati Bengals. What’s more, the incident led many to turn to God and sparked a prayer movement for the athlete. And today, as he miraculously survived the ordeal, he speaks up for the first time with an encouraging message to the people.

Hamlin, Damar [d.ham3]. A Message From Damar Hamlin. Instagram, 29 Jan. 2023, https://www.instagram.com/p/Cn-hfT0vhBH/

The 24-year-old took his “Thank You” message to Facebook and Instagram followers.

“I think it was important for me to wait and speak publicly at the right time, as there was a lot to process within my own self,” he said. “Mentally, physically, even spiritually, there’s just been a lot to process…”

God Using Me

Damar also expressed his gratefulness to everyone who prayed and supported him. Then he shared his realization about everything that had happened.

“What happened to me on Monday night in football,” he explained. “I feel is a direct example of God using me as a vessel. To share my passion and my love directly from my heart with the entire world. And now I’m able to give it back to kids and communities all across the world who need it the most. And that’s always been my dream, that’s always been what I stood for and what I will continue to stand for.”

Apparently, the NFL star is passionate about helping young people. According to TIME, Damar initiated a fundraiser to support the youth in education and sports. Which he was able to raise more donations after his cardiac arrest unexpectedly.

In his message, Damar also thanked the medical staff, his loved ones, his entire Buffalo team, and every person who helped him throughout his recovery.

Further, Damar commended the entire NFL team for the love they showed regardless of different sides.

“You put humanity above team loyalty. You showed the world unity over division,” he said.

Watch Damar Hamlin’s entire message in the video below.

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Prayers Are Being Answered As Damar Hamlin Is Off Breathing Tube

by Christa January 9, 2023

written by Christa

Damar Hamlin is now off the breathing tube. As his condition improves, people are thanking God for answered prayer.

Damar Hamlin

A tragic situation turned the eyes of the world to Buffalo Bills’ safety Damar Hamlin last Monday. But the world’s response to prayer is what’s most surprising.

The 24-year-old player collapsed during their game against the Cincinnati Bengals last Monday. Fans and viewers watched in horror as Damar was resuscitated for nine minutes. What happened next united the football fans and the sports world.

Prayers for healing and complete recovery flooded over the family of Damar. And since then, prayers have been answered.

Prayers are answered

Prayers and support for Damar Hamlin

ESPN reports that Damar had his breathing tube removed and has been communicating with his family, friends, and teammates.

The University of Cincinnati Medical Center, where Damar is recovering, released a statement of his condition. They announced that he is “progress[ing] remarkably in his recovery.” Moreover, his neurological function remains intact.

Doctors shared that the first question Damar asked when he woke up was, “Did we win?” To this, they replied, “Yes, Damar. You won. You won the game of life.”

Buffalo Bills Coach Sean McDermott is elated with the news. During their meeting, he even surprised the team by putting Damar on a Zoom call.

According to Sean, the players quickly stood up when Damar appeared on the screen. They cheered and yelled.

But left tackle Dion Dawkins revealed that Sean somehow gave away his surprise with how he greeted the boys. “He’s a very straightforward guy,” he shared, referring to Sean. “And the amount of expression that he walked into the team room with, you already knew. If you’re smiling like this, and you have a nice little walk, Sean McDermott, it’s only one thing that you could be that happy for.”

“I love you, boys,” was Damar’s line that struck the team during their zoom call.

Let us pray for Damar’s complete recovery and that he can go home with his family as soon as possible.

Reference: ESPN

January 9, 2023 0 comment

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Gospel Singer Becky Isaacs Bowman Credits God After Surviving Deadly Car Crash

by Rhoda Gayle January 5, 2023

written by Rhoda Gayle

Gospel singer Becky Isaacs Bowman is crediting the “hand of God” after surviving a deadly car crash.

Becky Isaacs Bowman

On December 15, Becky from the The Isaacs was in a deadly car crash in Hendersonville, Tennessee. She was driving alone when a driver crossed the median after suffering a stroke and hit her car head-on. The other driver died on the spot while Becky was taken to Skyline Medical Center after suffering multiple fractures.

She immediately underwent surgery to insert a plate and nine screws in her right tibia and for the reconstruction of her right knee. The gospel singer also sustained three fractured ribs. Thankfully, after a week in the hospital, she was recently released and is on the road to her recovery.

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Deadly car crash

In a statement, she expressed her gratitude to her family, friends, church, and her fellows in the entertainment industry for praying for her healing and recovery.

“I am grateful to the first responders and to the incredible doctors, nurses, and staff at Skyline Medical Center for the exceptional care that has been shown to me and my family,” she said.

Becky also shared how she has been humbled by the challenges she faced and how her faith in God remained strong.

“I am forever humbled by it all. In spite of the challenges that lay ahead, my faith is strong because I know the hand of God will not lead me where His grace will not keep me. My prayers go out to the family of the gentleman who lost his life in the accident,” she added.

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6-Year-Old Boy Survives Being Run Over By Bulldozer

by Christa August 11, 2022

written by Christa

It is hard for any mother to see their child suffering from an illness or accident moreover, run by a bulldozer. But, a mother from Franklin, Texas, held on to God. She recorded her 6-year-old boy’s recovery from the bulldozer mishap and inspired many with the miracle.

6-Year-Old Boy run by bulldozer

It was on July 27 when the accident occurred. Bodie Boring went with his father’s job site when an 18,000-pound bulldozer ran over the little boy. According to his mother, Samantha, Bodie suffered fractures in his pelvic bone, two bruised lungs, a skull fracture, a blood clot in his head, and a brain bleed.

With all the numerous injuries, including getting infected with COVID, there was little chance for a 6-year-old to survive. But Bodie is different. By the grace of God, he became the “strongest little boy in the world.”

Within just five days after the accident, Bodie was able to walk. Samantha shared, “You may be tough, but you aren’t walking five days after getting run over by an 18,000 lb bulldozer tough. God is good all the time.”

God is good

Samantha chronicles Bodie’s journey in recovery on her Facebook page. And it garnered support and prayers for the family. Followers have even helped raise funds for the medical expenses on their GoFundMe page. As of writing, they have reached more than $51,000 toward the goal of $60,000.

“Folks, I’m gonna tell you one thing,” Samantha said. “If you don’t believe in God, Bodie is proof right here. I know for a fact God had a hand in saving my baby. There is no other explanation as to why I’m not leaving this hospital without my baby other than God!! I’m still in shock. God is good all the time.”

And finally, last Saturday, doctors discharged Bodie from the hospital and went home. He still needs more treatments, but he is “doing great.”

Samantha told KBTX, “He has amazed me so much. His spirit has been so positive this whole time. Even in his worse pain, he’s just been amazing. This is a miracle, and there’s only one explanation as to why he’s still here, and I truly believe that that’s God.”

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4-Year-Old Texas Boy Recovers From Severe Farm Injury, Doctors Calls It A Miracle

by Rhoda Gayle July 28, 2022

written by Rhoda Gayle

A 4-year-old Texas boy recovered from a severe farm injury, doctors are calling it a miracle.

4-year-old Texas boy

On April 13, Kutter Shed has been admitted to McLane Children’s Hospital in Temple, Texas due to severe injuries to his leg and small intestines. His critical injuries were because of a terrible accident that happened on their family’s farm. The details of the accident have not been disclosed to the public.

The young boy was left unable to walk or eat solid food following the accident. He has also undergone nine surgeries just to save his life. After spending more than two months in the hospital, he was finally cleared to go home on June 16. Doctors say that his incredible recovery was “nothing sort of a miracle.”

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Miracle recovery

Kutter can now run, eat solid food, and has been regaining his lost weight. One thing that helped the young farmer recover from his critical injuries is the love he received from the farming community in Moody, Texas. When he was even feeling depressed, the entire community and the medical personnel brought livestock to the hospital.

“The doctors said, ‘What can we do to boost his spirits?’ And he asked, ‘Can we bring his dogs?’” Kutter’s mom, Amber, recalled during an interview. “And I said, ‘No. Can we bring his heifers?’ And [the doctor] said, ‘Done deal.’ I was like, ‘Are you kidding?’”

Kutter’s spirit was lifted up as he saw his three mini heifers: Minnie, Little Foot, and Ducky.

“They mean so much to Kutter,” Amber said of her son’s love for his cows. “They’re more than just cattle to Kutter. Those are his babies.”

The 4-year-old boy’s miracle recovery was thanks to the love and prayers from everyone around them.

“Your thoughts and prayers have been heard,” Amber said.

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Man With Broken Bones & Paralysis Makes Incredible Recovery After Powerful United Prayer

by Christel Berns May 12, 2022

written by Christel Berns

A man with broken bones and paralysis due to a tragic accident makes an incredible recovery after a powerful united prayer of family, friends, and church.

Deadly Accident & Broken Bones

John Futrell met a deadly truck accident with his two co-workers, which landed him in a critical condition. Meanwhile, his co-workers didn’t survive the ordeal. Soon, his wife, Debrah, found out about his husband’s accident after the hospital called. Then as soon as they drove towards the long-hour drive hospital, she immediately called everyone to pray for her husband. She called their family, friends, and church.

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When Debrah and her son, Brent, arrived at the hospital, doctors told them John had little chance of survival. Because “he’s got a broken neck, back, shoulder, and ribs.” He also suffered from a third-degree burn. They felt devastated as the doctors added John could have zero chance of living if he wouldn’t make it within 24 hours.

Contending In Prayer

However, John survived the 24 hours and stabilized after 48 hours by God’s grace. He was put into a medically-induced coma. But doctors had another concern about John’s condition. They couldn’t perform surgery on his neck and back because he had severe burns on his stomach. The risks were high, and if they pushed through the operation, it could lead to paralysis. All the family could do was “wait and pray.”

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Meanwhile, the Futrell family fought the battle in prayer despite what doctors said. They knew he was a Miracle-Working God. Hence, they were confident that God would do something great.

Three weeks later, John went through ten surgeries while people continued contending in prayer. That’s when he began to show promising signs. Then his neurosurgeon broke the news that “John’s neck and back had completely healed.”

“Thank You, Jesus!” Debrah responded.

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Forty-one days later, John recovered well but faced another battle in rehab. At that moment, he was in pain and couldn’t sleep.

“Body brace that I had to wear was just more than I could take emotionally,” he recalled.

And today, John testifies that the prayers saved him.

Watch his entire story in the video below:

"Look at the x-rays. He's healed!" - Man fights Paralysis via Prayer

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Man Overcomes Multiple Surgeries After Car Crash

by Christa January 21, 2021

written by Christa

A man from Virginia underwent multiple surgeries and physical therapies after suffering from a violent car crash. But throughout his recovery, he credited prayers and God’s presence as his source of healing.

Pile up car crash

Steve Stuart was caught in a seven-car pile-up in Virginia on October 12, 2019. He acquired several bone fractures but fortunately, there was no internal damage that could threaten his life.

Doctors considered him lucky because they had seen more people that would have lost a limb from that kind of accident. But Steve saw it as a miracle believing that God was with him always.

The 64-year-old knew then that it would be a long road before recovery. The tragedy rendered him incapacitated. He could no longer use his arms and legs, but doctors tried everything to restore his body.

Steve told CBN News, “There were times when I didn’t know what the next day would bring. I didn’t know when I’d be able to use my hand again. There were a lot of tough scenarios, but I had to keep trying.”

“In the lonely times, it seemed that God would remind me that He was there, and I wasn’t alone. I had a tremendous network of support from friends and neighbors.”

Road to recovery

After 3 months, Steve was finally able to go home. With time, patience, and prayer, he was able to take his first steps by February 2020. Steve progressed from a wheelchair to a walker and a cane. And in one year after the crash, he finally was able to drive again.

He knew that his faith in God sustained him throughout the process. “I think that if I didn’t have a close connection with God prior to the accident, I wouldn’t have been able to go through all that I did. It was an interesting thing that I didn’t have any fear whatsoever. I knew that God was going to take care of me. His presence was always there.”

Moreover, his experience had helped him change his outlook in life. “I’m more sensitive,” he said. “If I hear or see an ambulance, I actually say a prayer for that person in that circumstance because I’ve been in that situation. I pray for those in the emergency staff. I recognize what’s happening, and I’m doing my part in that. I’m sure that’s why I wasn’t fearful – because of prayer.”

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Christian Artist Charles Billingsley Wins Battle Against Coronavirus

by Rhoda Gayle April 29, 2020

written by Rhoda Gayle

Christian artist Charles Billingsley opened up about his journey against the coronavirus saying he is grateful.

Charles Billingsley

Charles Billingsley is a Christian singer and worship leader that began his career in the music industry back in 1992. He was the former worship pastor at Shadow Mountain Community Church before he decided to pursue concert ministry full-time one year ago.

Charles was among the 3 million individuals that contracted by the coronavirus. On March 27, he began experiencing the symptoms of the disease. He thought it was just a simple fever and continued to celebrate his wedding anniversary.

Battle against coronavirus

He was rushed to the hospital several days later as his symptoms began to worsen.

“My doctor told me … ‘If you weren’t in half-decent shape, you’d be dead,’” Charles said in an interview.

Miraculously, his family remained healthy the entire time.

“And somehow, someway, by the grace of God, my family stayed negative the entire time,” he added.

Recovery

The 50-year-old singer’s health did not improve immediately, but after a few days of praying, a miracle happened. He eventually started to recover from the coronavirus. His battle with the virus has changed his outlook in life.

“It was a real wake-up call for me – just how grateful I am for life,” Charles said. “But also just how important it is to get exercise and be in shape and … just do the things you need to do. Because you never know when something like this is going to hit you. I hadn’t had a cold in three years.”

Charles is grateful to God for pulling him out of danger.

“I’ve learned a lot of lessons and I’m just so grateful to be coming out on the other side.”

COVID SURVIVOR: Charles Billingsley Tells His Story

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