Possessed by an Evil Spirit for 13 Years, He Couldn’t Work Until Prayer Changed His Life Forever

Gospel for Asia (GFA) News, Wills Point, Texas

There is nothing impossible with God.

Nothing.

This truly is an inspiring thought. But it is much more than a thought or word to keep us going—it is truth. Truth many impoverished people are getting the chance to witness in their own lives. Truth that was made evident in 33-year-old Pramesh’s life.

Pramesh’s family life was troubled. For 13 years he was possessed by an evil spirit, and his behavior changed. He couldn’t work to provide for his children and wife, which also meant they didn’t have enough money to pay for sacrifices so their god would heal him.

But “there is nothing too hard for the Lord Jesus.”

These very words of hope spoken by Gospel for Asia-supported pastor Haatim— words found in the nature of God, the worker of the impossible—gave Pramesh courage.

After seven months of prayer offered up by Pastor Haatim and the local believers, Pramesh was set free from the demonic powers. This miracle brought his entire family into the loving arms of Jesus.

The impossible did not stop here. Because of his healing, faith grew deep in Prameh’s heart, and he believed God could and would hear his prayers.

So Pramesh prayed for a fishing boat. Why not? If God could heal and deliver him, surely he could provide what he couldn’t. And a fishing boat would keep him from having to travel about 21 miles to find work as a daily laborer.

Pramesh knew God could perform miracles, and the Lord did not fail him. Pastor Haatim, through the help of people all across the glove, was able to provide Pramesh with a boat! This was the direct answer to Pramesh’s hopeful prayers. It is amazing how Pramesh’s livelihood was impacted through this gift. The fish he caught from fishing, he sold at the market, and whatever was leftover, he used to feed his family for the day.

With a grateful heart, Pramesh did not forget God’s faithfulness toward him and his family. From the very first profits he gained from his new boat, he offered a tithe to the Lord. He now testifies of God’s blessings, and all can plainly see the Lord’s glory revealed through his redeemed son.

God is the God of the impossible. He is the one who parted the Red Sea and raised Jesus from the dead. He is the One who spoke by the prophets and came as a humble baby. He is the One who lifted Pramesh from his desperate place and changed his poverty into abundance.

This Christmas, God is using men and women like you and me to uplift the lowly with our plenty. Being the hands and feet of Christ could mean something as simple as saying “yes.” Saying “yes” to provide someone on the other side of the world with a chance to know they are loved by God.

No Christmas gift is a mistake or a random-chance blessing. It is all orchestrated by the hands God. The Lord of love. The King of compassion and mercy.

So may we all cling to the God of the impossible and align ourselves with the heart and mind of Christ. May we have faith like Pramesh, believing God to do miracles. May we be open to being the hands and feet of the very One who died for the sake of mankind. The One who loves Pramesh and loves you.

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