A distressed mother once came to us, her heart heavy with
sorrow. Her son, Ishan, had returned home from an overseas job, but instead of
joy, he brought with him a deep darkness. He had attempted suicide multiple
times, and the family was at their wit’s end. Despite their love and efforts,
nothing seemed to help.
My wife and I began visiting Ishan regularly, speaking with
him almost daily for weeks. His pain was palpable, and his family lived in
constant fear, unsure of how to protect him from himself. He had tried various
ways to end his life, but each time, by God’s mercy, he was miraculously
preserved.
One of his most harrowing attempts was jumping into a
35-foot-deep water well. Though he survived, he broke his leg in the process.
Desperate to prevent another tragedy, his father installed a locked, grilled
gate over the well. But even this drastic measure couldn’t stop Ishan’s
downward spiral. The situation only grew worse.
One night, when the family could no longer control him, they
called us in desperation. We brought Ishan into our home, and what followed was
a spiritual battle. We prayed over him, counseled him, and even physically
wrestled with him as the darkness within him fought back. The struggle was
intense, but glory be to Jesus! As we prayed, the evil spirits tormenting him
were completely cast out, and an overwhelming peace filled the room.
That night, Ishan was set free. He returned home a
transformed man, and years later, we received the most joyful news—he had found
love and married a beautiful girl.
The Power of Jesus to Set Free
Ishan’s story is a powerful testament to the truth of John
8:36:
“So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.”
No matter how deep the darkness, no matter how strong the
chains, Jesus has the power to break every bondage and bring true freedom.
Ishan’s life was a battlefield, but through prayer and faith, the victory was
won.
A Battle Worth Fighting
Ishan’s journey reminds us that:
- No
One Is Beyond Hope: No matter how broken or lost someone may seem,
God’s love and power can reach them.
- Spiritual
Battles Require Spiritual Weapons: Our fight is not against flesh and
blood but against spiritual forces of evil (Ephesians 6:12). Prayer,
faith, and the authority of Jesus are our greatest weapons.
- Freedom
in Christ Is Real: When Jesus sets someone free, the transformation is
undeniable. Ishan’s life is a living testimony of this truth.
A Call to Stand in the Gap
Ishan’s miracle also challenges us to stand in the gap for
those who are struggling. It’s easy to feel helpless when faced with such
overwhelming situations, but we serve a God who specializes in the impossible.
- Pray
Boldly: Don’t underestimate the power of prayer. It can move mountains
and break chains.
- Show
Compassion: Sometimes, the greatest act of love is simply being
present and showing someone they’re not alone.
- Believe
in Miracles: God is still in the business of transforming lives. Trust
Him to do what only He can do.
Celebrating God’s Faithfulness
Today, Ishan’s life is a celebration of God’s faithfulness.
From the depths of despair to a life filled with love and hope, his story is a
reminder that no situation is too difficult for God.
What a wonderful God we worship! He takes the broken, the
lost, and the hopeless and turns their lives into testimonies of His power and
love.
If the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.
Believe it, declare it, and watch as He transforms lives around you.
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