“Pray, and You Will See God’s Help”

Doctors discovered a fibroma and uterine fibroid and were preparing me for surgery.

Because of the illness, my tongue would periodically become numb, which caused me great anxiety.

A relative brought me oil from the resting place of Saint Gabriel Urgebadze.

I began using this holy oil.

During the first few days, I felt some relief.

However, when the symptoms returned, I became discouraged.

I decided that the oil was not helping me and put it aside.

That same night, I had an extraordinary dream.

I saw an elderly priest with a large grey beard.

He gently asked:

“You say the oil is not helping. But have you prayed? Pray, and you will see God’s help. You say that you believe, but where is your prayer?”

When I awoke, I thought deeply about the words I had heard.

From that day onward, I began praying to the Lord every day and once again used the blessed oil with reverence.

In time, the illness receded.

Subsequent examinations showed a significant improvement in my condition.

What I experienced taught me that faith must always be joined with sincere prayer and trust in God’s will.

“The Lord strengthens those who turn to Him with hope and prayer.”

Glory to God for all things!