This life-saving miracle is from my darling oldest sister, my role model and other half. I am oh so grateful for this precious miracle. Enjoy.
Just this past December on a trip to Utah I experienced a very tangible miracle that left me shaken, but increasingly grateful that our Heavenly Father is mindful of His children. I was driving to visit friends for the holiday when a car lost control in another lane on the freeway. Every element of this situation promised an accident. I was driving too fast. I was on the phone. It was starting to snow, and there was slush and ice already on the road. Throw in that I was in an unfamiliar car, not to mention the unpredictability of the other drivers and the car that was spinning out of control.
By the grace of God, I knew what to do, even in my fear and panic. I did
not slam on my brakes though instinct said to do that as the car
careened towards my lane. Instead I felt inspired to simply take my foot
off the gas and move into the carpool lane just as the other car ended
up facing the wrong direction in the lane I had just been in.
When I was young I thought miracles were extraordinary and seemingly
random acts of God – most of which happened when Jesus and the
scriptural prophets walked the earth. The older I have gotten though,
the more I have realized that miracles are happening all around us. The
Spirit’s guidance at just the right moment saved me from a terrible
accident and reminded me yet again, that God’s miracles are real. We
just have to open our spiritual eyes and see.
There can be miracles when you believe in God.
Have a miracle to share? Find me on Facebook: Sister-Jenessa Hutchins and Sister-Jenessa Heckel or like the When You Believe in God Facebook page! We would love nothing more than to share your miracles with the world.
Wednesday, January 8, 2014
Monday, January 6, 2014
Miracle 76: Connecting The Dots
This inspiring miracle was shared by a Bishop of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints serving in a congregation in Portland, Oregon.
This evening a woman was baptized at our church building. Toward the end of the service, there was a knock on the Relief Society door, followed nearly immediately by a young man coming in, and joining the service. I didn't recognize him, but then again, there were many people there I didn't know.
He left the room almost immediately after the service, as did the sister missionaries. I went looking for the sister missionaries, and I saw the young man in the kitchen with another member and simply I assumed he was family. When I caught up with the sister missionaries, I learned they were looking for this young man. They didn't recognize him and wanted to meet him. They saw him leave and so they went to track him down.
As I chatted with the sister missionaries, that same member who had previously been in the kitchen rounded the corner with a "Hey, here are the sisters, and here's the bishop", with the somewhat dazed young man in tow.
It turns out, this young man wasn't family. In fact, he really had no idea why he was there, other than he was out "looking for a church". After a spat with his girlfriend, he was driving around and feeling empty. He saw the church, and decided to come in. I have no idea how he found his way from the front of the building to the Relief Society room--the church was otherwise empty. But he got there.
From there, we got to sit down and have a discussion with him. He was very open with the challenges he was facing, the rough night he was having, and the emptiness he was feeling. We got to talk about our Heavenly Father, His plan for us, and the Atonement. When asked, the young man said he was feeling "very peaceful" as we had been talking. After that, he asked if we had a book he could take with him. We did.
The sister missionaries shared the Book of Mormon with him, and committed him to read. He accepted the invitation. We prayed with him, and he left with the commitment to go home and make things right with his girlfriend and son.
I don't know where things will go from here with him. But I have no doubt that our meeting tonight was not a coincidence. Interestingly, the sister missionaries were at the baptism because they had committed three less active members to attend. None of them showed up. I can only speculate that a loving Heavenly Father saw an opportunity to connect some dots -- He had a son in need, and some daughters who had proven that they would't let a need slip past them.
This experience reminded me again of the savior's words to some frustrated church leaders (including the prophet Joseph Smith): "Therefore, dearly beloved brethren, let us cheerfully do all things that lie in our power; and then may we stand still, with the utmost assurance, to see the salvation of God, and for his arm to be revealed (see Doctrine and Covenants 123:17)." Tonight we saw the beginnings of an unfolding miracle; His arm was revealed. I wish you all could have experienced it. The Spirit that was there was powerful. I want to feel it in the same way again. And soon.
There can be miracles when you believe in God.
Have a miracle to share? Find me on Facebook: Sister-Jenessa Hutchins and Sister-Jenessa Heckel or like the When You Believe in God Facebook page! We would love nothing more than to share your miracles with the world.
This evening a woman was baptized at our church building. Toward the end of the service, there was a knock on the Relief Society door, followed nearly immediately by a young man coming in, and joining the service. I didn't recognize him, but then again, there were many people there I didn't know.
He left the room almost immediately after the service, as did the sister missionaries. I went looking for the sister missionaries, and I saw the young man in the kitchen with another member and simply I assumed he was family. When I caught up with the sister missionaries, I learned they were looking for this young man. They didn't recognize him and wanted to meet him. They saw him leave and so they went to track him down.
As I chatted with the sister missionaries, that same member who had previously been in the kitchen rounded the corner with a "Hey, here are the sisters, and here's the bishop", with the somewhat dazed young man in tow.
It turns out, this young man wasn't family. In fact, he really had no idea why he was there, other than he was out "looking for a church". After a spat with his girlfriend, he was driving around and feeling empty. He saw the church, and decided to come in. I have no idea how he found his way from the front of the building to the Relief Society room--the church was otherwise empty. But he got there.
From there, we got to sit down and have a discussion with him. He was very open with the challenges he was facing, the rough night he was having, and the emptiness he was feeling. We got to talk about our Heavenly Father, His plan for us, and the Atonement. When asked, the young man said he was feeling "very peaceful" as we had been talking. After that, he asked if we had a book he could take with him. We did.
The sister missionaries shared the Book of Mormon with him, and committed him to read. He accepted the invitation. We prayed with him, and he left with the commitment to go home and make things right with his girlfriend and son.
I don't know where things will go from here with him. But I have no doubt that our meeting tonight was not a coincidence. Interestingly, the sister missionaries were at the baptism because they had committed three less active members to attend. None of them showed up. I can only speculate that a loving Heavenly Father saw an opportunity to connect some dots -- He had a son in need, and some daughters who had proven that they would't let a need slip past them.
This experience reminded me again of the savior's words to some frustrated church leaders (including the prophet Joseph Smith): "Therefore, dearly beloved brethren, let us cheerfully do all things that lie in our power; and then may we stand still, with the utmost assurance, to see the salvation of God, and for his arm to be revealed (see Doctrine and Covenants 123:17)." Tonight we saw the beginnings of an unfolding miracle; His arm was revealed. I wish you all could have experienced it. The Spirit that was there was powerful. I want to feel it in the same way again. And soon.
There can be miracles when you believe in God.
Have a miracle to share? Find me on Facebook: Sister-Jenessa Hutchins and Sister-Jenessa Heckel or like the When You Believe in God Facebook page! We would love nothing more than to share your miracles with the world.
Miracle 75: God Has Done It
This incredible miracle comes from a woman living in Kenya. Miracles are happening all around the world. Love it.
My sister had to have an operation three years ago. When I looked east, west, north, south...I had nobody to help me with the money to pay for that operation. We had no parents to help support us. The doctor was demanding a lot of money before she could be discharged from the hospital. One of our friends heard about our situation and they came to the hospital very early. Before noon that same day, we were told by the doctor that the bill had been paid. I couldn't even ask who had paid it, but tears began to fall down my cheeks. My sister asked me why I was crying and I simply said, "It is God who has done it." Our God is a God of miracles.
There can be miracles when you believe in God.
Have a miracle to share? Find me on Facebook: Sister-Jenessa Hutchins and Sister-Jenessa Heckel or like the When You Believe in God Facebook page! We would love nothing more than to share your miracles with the world.
My sister had to have an operation three years ago. When I looked east, west, north, south...I had nobody to help me with the money to pay for that operation. We had no parents to help support us. The doctor was demanding a lot of money before she could be discharged from the hospital. One of our friends heard about our situation and they came to the hospital very early. Before noon that same day, we were told by the doctor that the bill had been paid. I couldn't even ask who had paid it, but tears began to fall down my cheeks. My sister asked me why I was crying and I simply said, "It is God who has done it." Our God is a God of miracles.
There can be miracles when you believe in God.
Have a miracle to share? Find me on Facebook: Sister-Jenessa Hutchins and Sister-Jenessa Heckel or like the When You Believe in God Facebook page! We would love nothing more than to share your miracles with the world.
Saturday, January 4, 2014
Miracle 74: Falling Off The Ladder
This lovely miracle is from a darling girl going to Middle School here in Jacksonville, Florida. Enjoy!
I know this very kind-hearted man. One day he was trying to cut a limb from a tree because it kept on hitting the roof of his house, but he couldn't reach it. He got up on a ladder, but then the ladder wasn't stable and he fell down with it. When he fell, he landed on his back and knew immediately that something was badly hurt. He had to venture inside to call his wife. She rushed home and called my dad. They ended up calling the ambulance. Once at the hospital they realized how severe his injuries were, one of which included 8 broken ribs. He quickly fell into a coma, and was out for nearly a month. After intense surgeries, hundreds of prayers, lots of family visits, and a scary moment when we truly believed he wouldn't make it...he came back to us. And has healed beautifully. I am so grateful for this miracle!
I know this very kind-hearted man. One day he was trying to cut a limb from a tree because it kept on hitting the roof of his house, but he couldn't reach it. He got up on a ladder, but then the ladder wasn't stable and he fell down with it. When he fell, he landed on his back and knew immediately that something was badly hurt. He had to venture inside to call his wife. She rushed home and called my dad. They ended up calling the ambulance. Once at the hospital they realized how severe his injuries were, one of which included 8 broken ribs. He quickly fell into a coma, and was out for nearly a month. After intense surgeries, hundreds of prayers, lots of family visits, and a scary moment when we truly believed he wouldn't make it...he came back to us. And has healed beautifully. I am so grateful for this miracle!
There can be miracles when you believe in God.
Have a miracle to share? Find me on Facebook: Sister-Jenessa Hutchins and Sister-Jenessa Heckel or like the When You Believe in God Facebook page! We would love nothing more than to share your miracles with the world.
Thursday, January 2, 2014
Miracle 73: Knowing What To Say
This is a beautiful miracle from one of the most delightful people I know. She has a special place in my heart and, despite her struggles, she relies on the Spirit and loves serving as a missionary for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints here in Jacksonville, FL.
While I was in the MTC I was struggling with being able to say what I needed to say during our role plays and lessons we would give. One evening, while I was role playing with my companion, the spirit spoke to me and I was able to say the words He wanted me to say. It was a beautiful and sweet experience. I've had a lot of struggles with this on my mission but I know that as I pay attention to and listen to the Spirit, He will help me know the words to say and when to say it.
There can be miracles when you believe in God.
Have a miracle to share? Find me on Facebook: Sister-Jenessa Hutchins and Sister-Jenessa Heckel or like the When You Believe in God Facebook page! We would love nothing more than to share your miracles with the world.
While I was in the MTC I was struggling with being able to say what I needed to say during our role plays and lessons we would give. One evening, while I was role playing with my companion, the spirit spoke to me and I was able to say the words He wanted me to say. It was a beautiful and sweet experience. I've had a lot of struggles with this on my mission but I know that as I pay attention to and listen to the Spirit, He will help me know the words to say and when to say it.
There can be miracles when you believe in God.
Have a miracle to share? Find me on Facebook: Sister-Jenessa Hutchins and Sister-Jenessa Heckel or like the When You Believe in God Facebook page! We would love nothing more than to share your miracles with the world.
Wednesday, January 1, 2014
Miracle 72: Starbucks Missionary Work
WE LOVE MEMBER MISSIONARY WORK. And this perfect miracle gives a lovely taste of just that. Thank you darling member missionary from Florida. We will be forever grateful for people like you.
I absolutely love sharing what I hold to be true with those around me. I ran to Starbucks a few weeks back to grab a gift card for a friend, when I ran into an old friend! He was a youth pastor at a church I had previously attended before joining The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. While purchasing that gift card, I ended up having the opportunity to share with him why I had joined the Church two years ago. Not only was he curious, but I was able to get his number to set up a time when I could share even more about my conversion to the Mormon faith. There are billions of people out there that we can all share the gospel with, and as I pray for these opportunities, God truly has blessed me with them!
There can be miracles when you believe in God.
Have a miracle to share? Find me on Facebook: Sister-Jenessa Hutchins and Sister-Jenessa Heckel or like the When You Believe in God Facebook page! We would love nothing more than to share your miracles with the world.
I absolutely love sharing what I hold to be true with those around me. I ran to Starbucks a few weeks back to grab a gift card for a friend, when I ran into an old friend! He was a youth pastor at a church I had previously attended before joining The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. While purchasing that gift card, I ended up having the opportunity to share with him why I had joined the Church two years ago. Not only was he curious, but I was able to get his number to set up a time when I could share even more about my conversion to the Mormon faith. There are billions of people out there that we can all share the gospel with, and as I pray for these opportunities, God truly has blessed me with them!
There can be miracles when you believe in God.
Have a miracle to share? Find me on Facebook: Sister-Jenessa Hutchins and Sister-Jenessa Heckel or like the When You Believe in God Facebook page! We would love nothing more than to share your miracles with the world.
Miracle 71: God's Hand
This darling miracle is from someone we've been teaching more about our beliefs for quite some time now. We love to refer to her as our dear Sister Lemon.
A while back, I had a lot going on in my life. I was overwhelmed, stressed, and exhausted. One day as I prayed for help and comfort, I truly felt God's hand on my shoulder. In that moment, a wave of peace washed over me. I thought I had been going through all of this alone. Now I know He is always there. I feel His presence everyday inside my soul. He knows I am strong, but He wants me to be stronger. Trials and tests come, but I face them with Him right next to me.
There can be miracles when you believe in God.
Have a miracle to share? Find me on Facebook: Sister-Jenessa Hutchins and Sister-Jenessa Heckel or like the When You Believe in God Facebook page! We would love nothing more than to share your miracles with the world.
A while back, I had a lot going on in my life. I was overwhelmed, stressed, and exhausted. One day as I prayed for help and comfort, I truly felt God's hand on my shoulder. In that moment, a wave of peace washed over me. I thought I had been going through all of this alone. Now I know He is always there. I feel His presence everyday inside my soul. He knows I am strong, but He wants me to be stronger. Trials and tests come, but I face them with Him right next to me.
There can be miracles when you believe in God.
Have a miracle to share? Find me on Facebook: Sister-Jenessa Hutchins and Sister-Jenessa Heckel or like the When You Believe in God Facebook page! We would love nothing more than to share your miracles with the world.
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