God's Angels

Psalm 91:11-12
“For he shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways. They shall bear thee up in their hands, lest thou dash thy foot against a stone.”

June 10, 2010 is another memorable day in my life where I believe God has given His angels charge over me, to keep me in all my ways. They did bear me up in their hands and prevented me from what could have been a worst accident. It was just a few days before that I had gained strength to walk alone a few blocks. God had kept me all through the remission and has progressed me far enough so I could walk alone a few blocks in the neighborhood.

My husband and son insisted that they would accompany for my longer walk on June 10th but I resisted and wanted to do it alone. After they both proceeded to my son’s martial arts class, I headed out to meet my very dear friend in Christ who returned from Australia and lives a few blocks away. The joy of meeting her and spending some time with her was much beyond words can say. I said a quick prayer for God’s protection and held a rose in my one hand and a purse in the other. After walking an avenue, I was getting ready to cross Northern Boulevard and half way down, I heard a car right behind me. Before I turned to look back, I was hit by the car and all I remember was me crashing down hitting my head against the bumper. I lost my consciousness briefly and the next thing I know I was in a woman’s arms safe and secure. I knew not the sense of pain at that moment but I desperately wanted to speak to my husband. Some one had already called the police and was ready to help me with placing a call to my husband. I spoke to my husband who said he will be there in just a few minutes. By then, I was shuddering all over and a gentleman covered me with something and calmed me down. It started drizzling and another gentleman held out an umbrella for me. A few folks sat next to me and held me in place. My dear husband came onto the scene, held me, planted a kiss on my forehead, prayed over me and said that God will help us out. I suddenly sensed peace welling up within me. The emergency police had arrived by then. My head was bursting with pain and when I touched it, I felt a very big bump which slightly scared me. The police tied me onto a board, with my head and neck in place. I started praising God for protecting me from death and very serious injuries. That was a busy hour (6PM) and the traffic was heavy yet God’s protection over me was heavier than anything.

After reaching the hospital, I had to go through a few tests with the head and neck braces on. I was ready to pull them out as the pain in my head and neck was nearly uncontrollable. A friendly family that lives across the street picked up my son from his class and brought him to the hospital to see me. As soon as he arrived, he kissed me and said he loves me. My son stayed that night at another wonderful family’s home. At the hospital every nurse that nursed me was gracious enough to lift me up as I could not move at all. All the tests and scans proved that there were no major injuries. What a joy and what a relief to me and my family members to know this! The doctor suggested I follow up with my PCP for further tests and discharged me. I said within myself that I will try and walk to the car. Little did I realize that the inflammation was severe and nearly numbing my entire right leg. When I placed my leg down and stood up I felt like my right hip and right thigh had just been smashed that left me almost lame. Immediately, a nurse brought a wheel chair and for the first time I was on a wheel chair pushed by my husband. I said in my heart, “Dear Lord, enable me to walk!” and cried bitterly. After reaching home, I gained strength to take a few steps to the elevator with my husband’s support. When I went into my apartment, I was overjoyed and started worshipping the King of Glory for bringing me back home safely. I just couldn’t sleep for various reasons and both of us prayed with tears rolling down our cheeks. We witnessed the hand of God operating mightily the whole of the previous evening and night. I could see God had given his angels charge over me. Through whom could the Lord keep His promises but us, His children? I said heartily, “Let your will be done in my life forever!” No need for fear or tear for God is in complete control over anything and everything that concerns us.

In a few weeks time, I had developed severe symptoms in my body. I went to the naturopath and he gave me a few medicines and advised me on a few things. I tried that for a week or two but the symptoms continued to worsen and a few times I could not lift my back up and needed support to get out of bed. I figured it is high time I see the neurologist. The neurologist mentioned that after the accident I seem to have developed new lesions in my spine and this wonderful man assured me that I will get better and put me through a course of treatment. Even in this, I could see God has lifted me up amazingly.

I would like to conclude this note with a word of gratitude to all those who supported me and encouraged me during my recovery from the accident. I am continuing to recover by God’s never ending grace. Journey with Christ is one that is never boring, ever challenging and forever transforming. If you are in your life’s journey without Christ, take heed and allow Him into your life. He is standing at the door of your heart and waiting for you to open it for Him. His love is ultimate; His grace is sufficient; His mercy is enduring; His peace passeth all human understanding; His protection is constant; His everlasting arms are larger than you can ever imagine; His comfort can soothe any torment or turmoil you are experiencing now or you may experience in future! Make Christ your Lord and Savior and life will never be the same. You will live your life like a King or a Queen as the King of Kings adorns your heart and pleases you at all times.