Living well in spite of sickness

Jennifer, 2005

In 2004, I was diagnosed with lobular carcinoma of the breast. By the grace of God, this is one of the less invasive forms of breast carcinoma, and so I was spared chemotherapy and radiation treatment. Nevertheless, my chances of developing invasive breast cancer are higher than an ordinary person.

A biopsy was done. Later, a mammogram showed that micro-calcifications were still present (they were supposed to have been removed). I was told to repeat the mammogram. I asked my friends to pray that God would grant me a complete recovery, and that there would be no need to do a retake (especially “magnifying views” which are very painful). I determined that I would testify and give Him the glory during the evening revival service.

Things did not turn out as expected. The micro-calcifications were still present and I needed to do retakes. I was a bit disheartened, but that night I still testified. The speaker spoke about the healing of the blind man in Gospel of John. He described it as being a process, rather than an instantaneous event. I believe God loves me, and that my healing was not instant because He wants to mould my character. I pray that I will be transformed into His image day by day.

After my illness, I began to think about my life. I want to end well because at the end of the day that is what really matters. I want to receive the crown of life. Man is destined to die once and after that the judgment. I noticed that some kings in the Old Testament started well but did not end well. For instance, Solomon asked for wisdom to govern the country but did not have the wisdom to govern his own life, and it did not end well. On the other hand, the thief on the cross put his trust in Jesus, who assured him that “today you will be with me in Paradise”.
 

The pain doesn’t disturb me any more

Anonymous, July 2005

On 11 July 2005 I had a recurring pain on the right side of my abdomen.

It remained for three days and I finally went to a doctor who gave me painkillers and suggested an ultrasound if the pain persisted for more than a week. I prayed again, following our pastor’s advice to pray continually, and the pain was gone by 15 July 2005. Praise the Lord!
 

Double healing!

Beth, 15 Jun 2005

For more than two years, there has been blood coming out of my mouth. I see this every morning. I also feel pain around my neck. On 12 June during Sunday service, I placed my hands on my neck as a person from our ministry team prayed for healing for me. I am very happy because since 13 June, there is no more blood coming from my mouth and I don’t feel any more pain.
 

No more back pain!

How Chee Mun, 19 Jun 2005

I had a back pain. During my quiet time on 17 June 2005, the pain became worse so I prayed for healing. Immediately, the pain was gone. Praise God!
 

In his time, I will be healed!

Lily Ee, May 2005

I was diagnosed as having glaucoma and cataract (both eyes) by the ophthalmologist at SNEC. I had this cataract removed in December 2004. My vision was good after the operation, but complications set in due to infection and allergy. My eye was tearing, swollen and red. The eye pressure was high and I had some tightness and discomfort. I was given many types of eyedrops to apply, and had to visit SNEC very frequently.

God has blessed me by providing a good and caring doctor. With God’s help I am able to bear the discomfort in my eyes since December 2004. Caring church member Judy, Evelyn and Jessie Wee have been praying for me.

On 17 April 2005 (Sunday) I went forward for healing prayer, and again on 6 May 2005 (Friday). Since then, my condition has improved greatly except for the tearing problem. The swelling, redness and tightness have all been healed by our loving God. I want to give praise and glory to God for His goodness. I believe that in the Lord’s time, I will be completely healed.
 

Living well in spite of sickness

Mrs Derek Sim, March 2005

My back was weakened some time ago when I underwent two failed attempts at epidural anaesthesia. Since then I have had a nagging discomfort at my lower spine area. It is a sensation which I cannot describe in words; not a sharp pain, but simply a very uncomfortable feeling. Not long ago, it was bad enough to affect my sleep. I went up during ministry time for prayer after the 10.30am service on 27 February 2005. I was touched by the Spirit and felt really good after that. I have no problem sleeping now. Praise the Lord!
 

The Lord healed my back during Sunday Service

Mrs Tan Eng Hwa, January 2005

In 2001, my x-ray result showed I had scoliosis, with slight narrowing of my L3, L4, L5 disc spaces.

On Sunday Service on 9 January 2005, I was struggling to stand up to sing the introit and anthem. At the end of the service, our pastor asked us to put our hand on the part of the body that needed healing. Being a kiasu, I put TWO hands on my back.

Praise the Lord! He healed my back. When I went for my next physiotherapy appointment, I told June I had been healed, and had no more backache. She made me bend sideways, forwards and backwards. I told her there was no pain. I want to thank God and glorify His name. Amen.