I believe there is a way to experience God-centered healing. Here is my story. Years ago, my fingers could not grasp the end of a curtain ring. I struggled to pinch it closed. My legs would tingle, feeling numb. Thoughts raced in my head; I could not find the right words. These and other sensations did not subside. My doctors were baffled. Seven years prior, I had a summer cold and a rash on my thigh. I had spent time at a beach where ticks were plentiful. We saw a billboard with a number for a Lyme disease hotline. I called. The nurse ran through a list of symptoms. She said, “It appears you have it … and in the late stage. Get tested right away.” I tested positive.
Massive doses of antibiotics were prescribed. I had tremendous medical bills, a compromised digestive system, and thinning hair. Would I ever be fully well? One doctor told my husband I would end up in a wheelchair. I saw the color drain from his face as he considered life with three small children and a wife in a wheelchair!
A friend invited me to a faith-based women’s prayer group. I had no time or interest. She understood. I was brought up with dogma, rules, and rituals too. She insisted that this was different, that it would be about a deep and personal faith in God. She promised I’d be encouraged. I agreed … I had nothing to lose! I met women with strong faith. I noticed how vibrant they were, so alive! I wanted that for myself! So, I became a woman of faith; not just religion, rituals, and dogma.
Then, during prayer, I experienced a powerful encounter with the supernatural God. I firmly believed I was being healed! The doctor was perplexed. “Your blood results have improved,” he said, “but you are not clear.” For the first time I believed I was going to be well again! Time passed, and I continued to believe that God was healing me. I read the healing testimonies of others which also offered great hope and encouragement! The amazing thing was that it was happening! The symptoms subsided!
Years later, I am an avid equestrian. I also enjoy swimming and walking. What arrested the disease? According to the medical reports, it was not antibiotics alone. I don’t believe that I could “will” something into being by the power of positive thinking. If it were that easy, the world would be a different place. The victory came when this afflicted-woman made her decision to take a leap of faith. She simply asked God. I encourage you to trust in the God who can and does still heal.
What do YOU have to lose?
Yours in faith!
– Dr. Kim
