While I was at work, my jaw suddenly locked in a very uncomfortable position. I couldn't speak, so I e-mailed a co-worker and asked him to call a Christian Science practitioner and explain the situation. Even though I was afraid, I've had other healings through turning to God, and I knew praying would help me.
The practitioner immediately reassured me of God's loving care, which helped calm my feelings of panic. But my jaw still wouldn't move, so my co-worker kindly drove me to the practitioner's house. There I was greeted with love, caring, and a sense of humor — which eased my fear right away. Within an hour the pain had lessened significantly.
I spent the next several days at home, praying earnestly. Throughout this time, I was really helped by the care I received from others. A friend looked after me during the daytime, when my husband was at work. And at night, the practitioner was always available to pray with me, affirming God's presence and power until I could feel His love more tangibly than any discomfort or fear. My husband, too, was a great support — praying with me, encouraging me, and patiently helping me to communicate with the practitioner over the phone.
