"What is Your Last Name?"

  Just was thinking about all of the messages that we have seen about prayer recently, and I've been thinking about all of the times that God has shown himself true through prayer. I just wanted to share a really awesome story that I have recenly been reminded of.

  I had been at various rallies for Sen. Santorum all day, I was worn out. The HQ van wouldnt be heading back till later that evening. So when I heard Johanna Feehan say that she was taking her car back early, I quickly accepted the invitation to go back. It was an interesting trip...about a 4 hour drive. I hadnt ever even really talked to Johanna at all, much less told her anything about my past. We got to talking about our siblings, and our parents, etc...it was neat to learn about where God had brought her from. Then she asked about my story. I really didnt want to tell this stranger who I had been. Haha. But I did...I am so glad for that decision. She listened as she drove, asking an occassional question. Just nodding. When I was done, she said, "Wow, God really has brought you a long way! I am so glad to hear that!" We talked some more and then she just randomly asked, "So, what is your last name?" "Hall." "Wait...do you have a sister named Bethany that went on a journey 2 years ago?"
"Uhm, yes, do you know her?" She just started crying! I was like...okeyyyy...this is...weird...maybe she thought I said something that I didnt. Strange. A minute later, she said, "You know, I was your sister's journey leader. She told the team about you...about the bondage in your life, and how it was hurting your family. We prayed, and we cried out for your salvation. We begged God's intervention. I NEVER thought I'd ever hear the result much less meet you. And here you are, a growing believer, serving in a ministry. Wow...He hadnt forgotten. He heard us."
It blew my mind!! I thought that I was all alone in that. But the truth is, I had people praying for me. It was the prayers of that team, the prayers of my amazing, wonderful mother, my sister, and the listening ear of our merciful God that brought me home. Thank yall so much!! I'll never be able to repay you!

I am a good example of God hearing prayer. Pray for your loved ones, yall. He DOES hear you. Prayer brought me to my knees before I even knew Him.

Lord Bless yall, Its getting late,

Josh