Date:
7/22/2008 7:10 AM
Submitted By:
Melissa Lane
Story:
My 9 year old son has Cerebral Palsy. He is completely physically dependent. His biological Father was physically and mentally abusive to me and we divorced when (Matthew) was 2 years old. Matthew's paternal grandparents have not had anything to do with him since by their own choice. It took me 2 years after that, with much prayer and faith in order to forgive Matthew's biological father and his parents for "leaving me to do this all by myself". After a bad emotional break-down, and Matthew developing a seizure disorder, God gave me the strength I needed to overcome. God has shown me that we are in His will, not our own. Through my faith and the wisdom of The Word Of God we are now thriving! God recently gave my son an amazing experience at Victory Junction Gang Camp - a summer camp designed for children like my son. It has forever changed me! You could feel the Holy Spirit around each corner and in each staff member.
My son can not walk, talk, or even feed himself, but, he is one of the happiest children you will ever meet! He is pure innocense, and pure love. Although the road has been rough, I wouldn't change a thing because it has taught me so much. I am humbled knowing that God chose me to raise one of his most precious children. I am blessed beyond measure. Praise our Lord, Jesus Christ!!!
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Date:
7/20/2008 12:02 AM
Submitted By:
Caitlin
Story:
Well, lets just say that what im about to tell you is still in the works. Im not through this tough time but I just thought Id let you guys know what has happened so far.
About 6 weeks ago I found out that my father was diagnosed with cancer, Colon cancer to be exact. This was very hard to hear, especially a few days before my high school graduation. Right after graduation my dad was admitted into the hospital for surgery. On top of this the first round of fires in Northern Cali were starting up and my Boyfriend is a fire fighter. So he wasnt around when I found out, or when my dad was in the hosipital. I was really begining to feel alone, but little did I know what would happen next. The lightening struck Norther Cali and my Bf was sent out to the fires. He was gone over 21 days, and in the corse of those 21 days things with dad kept getting worse.
I was scared for my dad, worried, and felt helpless. I was also worried about my bf, and just not use to having him around especially during the hard times. I felt alone, and i started to loose faith. I just didnt see how this could be in God's will. But there was something inside of me that wouldnt let me give up. No matter how hard I tried to give up, i found myself praying more.
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Date:
7/19/2008 12:01 PM
Submitted By:
Amber
Story:
I heard everyone talking about how the song "Give Me Your Eyes" has affected them and I had to share my story. For the past several years I have been going to nursing school and in May I finally passed and a week ago I passed the state boards. I am now an RN! I thought this would be the best feeling of my life, but instead for the last year or so I have been feeling doubt in my heart because school was horrible and clinicals were even worse and I just wasn't sure this was for me. Well, I got really worried when that feeling didn't go away even when I passed my boards. My constant prayer has been that God will put me where he wants me. So I knew I had to keep going, so I got a job and two days ago was my first day. I was pretty scared that morning but I noticed while I was driving the sunrise was so beautiful, and as I was thanking God for such a good morning to start my first day, the song "Give Me Yours Eyes" came on. While I was singing the lyrics, I felt God touch my heart and tell me "I put you where I wanted you". And I knew everything was alright because God will show my patients His love through me and that's what I was made to do. Thanks Air1! Sincerely, Amber C., RN
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Date:
7/19/2008 3:22 AM
Submitted By:
Lillian
Story:
I'm a 47 years old & have been going through a rough time the last few years since I had a back injury at work. I had lost pretty much most all I had and due to circumstances I also had to send my two sons who were still at home into the world to make it on there own. I carry alot of guilt over this but God is always faithful and has looked after them and they are doing well. God has been with me every step of the way. Providing for my needs and givng me peace and even joy at times. He has answered so many of my prayers. If I were short on food I would pray & the next day a neighbor would bring over few grociers. Or if I cried out to Him just the right song would play on your radio station.
I thank God everyday for the things that I do have and if there is anything I could say to people out there going through a hard time or who are just alone. God is there with you. He is a good and faithful God. He will never leave you nor forsake you. Open up your heart & let Him in make Him your freind.
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Date:
7/18/2008 6:13 PM
Submitted By:
ERIN HAASE
Story:
BACK IN FEBRUARY 2007 I HAD BEEN SAVED FOR SEVERAL YEARS, AN AWSOME EXPERIENCE, AND MARRIED FOR A YEAR WAITING FOR MY FIRST BORN WHEN THINGS WENT SOUTH. MY DOCTOR HAD DESCOVERED SOMETHING WRONG WITH MY BABY. AT EIGHT MONTHS THE SPECIALIST SAID MY BABY HAD NO LUNGS AND WHEN THEY CUT THE AMBILICAL CORD HE WAS GOING TO DIE. AFTER LOSING MY BEST FRIEND A YEAR EARLIER, WHO WE NAMED OUR BABY AFTER, I COULDNT BELIEVE IT. WHY I ASKED GOD, WHY WAS HE GOING TO TAKE MY BABY AFTER ALL I HAD BEEN THROUGH. THAT NIGHT ON THE WAY HOME FROM THE DOCTOR I FELT LOST, ALMOST TORN AWAY FROM GOD WITH GREIF, BUT HE CALLED TO ME, ERIN EVERYTHING IS GOING TO BE OK, I HAVE A PLAN, EVERYTHING IS GOING TO WORK OUT FOR THE BEST YOU'LL SEE! THEN I GOT A THOUGH, CALL ALL MY CHRISTIAN FRIENDS AND PASTOR AND HAVE THEM PRAY FOR US. ONE OF MY FRIENDS TOLD ME THAT SHE WOULD PUT MY STORY AND PRAYER ON AN INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN SITE SO THAT PEOPLE ALL OVER THE WORLD WOULD PRAY FOR US THAT NIGHT. THE NEXT DAY WE WENT TO SEE SOME OTHER SPECIALIST IN LA AND IT WAS AMAZING! GOD HAD DEFFINITALLY DONE HIS WORK, THE DOCTORS SAID MY SON HAD LUNGS! HE WAS GOING TO MAKE IT!!!!! THEY COULD SAVE HIM!!! THANK YOU GOD! BECAUSE OF ALL THIS TRIAL IT HAS BROUGHT THE WHOLE FAMILY CLOSER AND TO GOD!
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Date:
7/18/2008 4:15 PM
Submitted By:
amana
Story:
its kinda crazy but God speaks to me alot through music. I was a christian until 2006 when I lost my mother to lung cancer. My life fell apart after she died. I quit church and started smoking and drinking to ease the pain of missing my mom. I moved away from the small town i lived in to escape my past and any memory of my mom, but the thing with God is you can run but he will eventually catch up with you and show you his love. I didn't feel like i deserved God's love because i felt like a disappointment to him because i ran from him and put him on the backburner.I felt like a failure cause i dropped out of college and moved to the city and got a job at Fuji Autotec which is a factory. I felt like a loser working in a factory. I felt like it wasn't a part of God's plan but as time went by I learned I was where God wanted me to be because there i met my husband Dallas. I was a mess when i first met my husband but he taught me that God loves me no matter what i am going through and that he will never leave me no matter how far i run.I have learned to run to God through hard times cause he is really the only one that can ease the pain.
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Date:
7/18/2008 11:24 AM
Submitted By:
Maressa Pierson
Story:
Well first off I want to give all glory and praise to my Heavenly Father Jesus Christ!!!!!!!! Because without Him none of this would be possible.
My husband and I have been separated for almost 2 years. It has not been the best and has gotten really ugly. It got to the point where I filed for divorce. We have 3 God given children, so with divorce comes meditation. Our first session was June 6th, 2008. After the mediation, God put my husband on my heart in ways I could never imagine. Cause there was a time where I hated him and could not even think of praying for the man. Anyhow, God You are amazing!!!!!!! So, I started to pray for him. I currently attend Applegate Christian Fellowship, and Pastor John one Sunday was speeking about praying BIG prayers. Now concerning my marriage and the whole big picture to me it seems impossible. But that is where I am so wrong because one of God's promises is that nothing is impossible for Him. I at that moment learned how to fully let go and LET GOD. And that is when I prayed my BIG prayer.
Again I want to give all praise and glory to My King Jesus Christ. Today is July 18th,2008 and my husband I are reuniting. By Him, He is making my family whole again.
Thank You Jesus!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Date:
7/18/2008 9:27 AM
Submitted By:
Jessica
Story:
A few weeks ago my husband got a ticket for doing a U-turn on the highway. He also got a flat tire, someone stole all of his working tools and other things out of his truck while attending a class. This all happened within a weeks time. His attitude about the whole situation was very negative. I had a strong feeling that God was trying get his attention for some reason. I told my husband what I thought. Come to find out my husband didn’t even know if he believe in God and that Jesus died on the cross for our sins.
About ten years ago I USED to be on fire and dedicated to serving my life for the Lord. I’ve been with my husband for seven years now and never new he was a nonbeliever. I’ve strayed from Christ and been walking dead for too long.
I just happened to hit the seek button on my radio and found Air1 about a week ago. Since then I have renewed my relationship with God. I’ve been addicted to diet pills for seven years now and just flushed them all down the toilet this morning. I also quit smoking and cursing.
Without the Holy Spirit working the way it does through Air1 I don’t think I could overcome this addiction and gravity to follow the wrong path. I guess HE was trying to get MY attention all this time.
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Date:
7/18/2008 6:30 AM
Submitted By:
Ashley
Story:
I grew up in a household of "non-practicing" Christians.We did not go to church, and my mom always was freaked out if I wanted to go with friends. I had a tough childhood, but always knew God was with me.
I met a wonderful man who grew up in Christ and we soon married. We started going to a local church every once in awhile, but I wasn't particularly moved.
Then, with the impending birth of our second daughter I felt the overbearing urge to find a church and go regularly. We found Water of Life and Pastor Dan, and it has changed my life.
I soon found myself unexplainably moved to tears each Sunday (Pastor Dan has explained that this is the Lord moving in on me) , raising up the Lord in public withut fear of what others would think, and all around deepening my relationship with the Lord.
I would say I was always a believer, but I have since fully given myself to the Lord, recognizing Jesus Christ as my Savior.
I found your station New Years Eve while celebrating with our cousins, and keep it on at home, work and in the car. The dial rarely changes. The songs, especially "Never Let Go,"( my personal favorite) remind me constantly of the Lords love and keep me mindful of his presence.
Thank You and God Bless!
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Date:
7/18/2008 5:51 AM
Submitted By:
Bethany
Story:
I guess you could say my story has been a giant rollercoaster ride. From the beginning, I was called to be God's. Even in the womb, my mom tells me that propecies were spoken over me. As young girl i was unusually close to God. But as i grew, things happened, and i lost my faith. starting around 11 i would have huge bout of depression and struggle with myriads of things for 10 years. there was just so much pain in me; i didn't know how to get rid of it. i really honestly tried to give it to God, but i think that i always held onto to a peice of it. i always made decisions based on my emotions, i was easily swayed into the world by how i was "feeling" at the moment. i did not have any christian freinds, despite trying for several years. the freinds that stuck by me were all pagan, homosexual, or just immoral, or all of the above. So i went to them, over and over. God kept pulling me back to himself, and things would be good for a time, but never for long. My identity was not in God, but in my freinds. Even when i gave up on God, He never gave up on me. He changed me, gave me an identity. He Gave me LIFE. He ruined the world's apeal.
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