Tonight's prayer gathering had a very specific focus—healing. Pastor Doug spoke of Mark 2:3-5, when the friends of a paralyzed man lowered him through the roof so that he could get to Jesus. He particularly noted verse 5, "When Jesus saw their faith, he said to the paralytic, 'Son, your sins are forgiven.'" As those who wanted healing went up to the front to be prayed for by the pastors and elders, those still sitting in their seats were admonished to be like the friends in the story, praying and believing for the healing of those who went forward.

After the prayer time, Pastor Doug asked if any knew of someone who was ill and needed prayer but they weren't there, to stand and say the name of that person out loud. So many names were mentioned, and after that, we prayed for all those people who had someone standing for them. It truly was a powerful time.

It's hard to believe that after tonight, the week of prayer is more than half over! If you haven't already come out, it's not too late. Join us both Thursday and Friday nights at 7:00 pm in the Chapel.