180 Degree Transformation of a Marriage
- Garry and Samantha were married for 21 years and had two children, Tom and Martha, ages 14 and 17. Samantha faced challenges at work, which led her to seek support at JHC. As she navigated these work issues, it became clear she was also experiencing marital problems. Despite her struggles, Samantha remained committed to her faith, emphasizing family prayers, attending church, and cooking nutritious meals to manage her household her way.
- One morning, exactly a year ago, Samantha called me and said, "Pastor Hilda, today is my wedding anniversary, and my husband gave me a lovely present." When I expressed my delight and asked what the gift was, her answer shocked me—she said he had served her with divorce papers. As he handed them to her, he announced he was going to Switzerland for a month on business and would not be returning to live with her. He insisted she sign the papers so they could end their marriage.
- Samantha received inner healing and counseling to help her change her approach to her situation. She was advised to remain silent, entrust her sorrows to the Holy Spirit, and let God fight her battles instead of engaging in arguments or justifications. Meanwhile, Garry left for Switzerland, but within two weeks, he developed a serious health issue that shifted the focus from the divorce to his well-being. He returned home early, and Samantha cared for him, taking him to doctors and specialists. She chose not to dwell on the past and adopted a fresh perspective. She also mended her relationship with Garry's parents.
- A month later, Garry received inner healing and deliverance, and God began transforming him in many ways. Their mutual love and consideration brought positive changes, leading to a more stable family life and a smoother adjustment for the children.
- Now, a year later, they are celebrating with a thanksgiving prayer meeting and dinner for family and friends. The same voice that cried out in pain a year ago now rejoices as Samantha expresses gratitude to God for turning her sorrow into joy.