Joel Osteen

My father drove her home that afternoon in the traffic.

It felt like the longest drive of their life.

It was a very dark time.

My mother could have been depressed, given up on life, but she knew that God is a healer and that he has the final say.

She and my father went to their bedroom, laid down on the floor and prayed.

God said in Psalm 50, "'Call unto me in the day of trouble "'and I will rescue you.'"

A lot of times in our difficulties, we call people, call friends, call relatives, call experts, and that's all fine, but make sure you call out to God.

Ask Him to help you.

He created the universe.

He flung stars into place.

He has all power.

You don't have to beg him.

You don't have to plead with him.

He's longing to be good to you.

The scripture says it is the father's good pleasure to give you the kingdom.

Just ask in faith for what he's already promised.

One of the most powerful things we can do is take God's word to him.

Remind him what he said.

Father, you said you would restore health back unto me.

Lord, I'm asking for your healing.