In 2022, my son was diagnosed with a rare and life-threatening six-inch hernia. This condition caused his intestines, pancreas, and stomach to shift from their correct anatomical positions. The surgical team told us the truth plainly: there was an extremely high risk that Jadon would not survive the operation.
The described in detail what they expected the surgery to involve- a large, L-shaped incision starting from his abdomen and extending across his left chest. They even warned us that several ribs might need to be cut/removed just to reposition his organs. It was devastating news for any parent to hear.
But in the midst of that fear, I made a decision: I would seek the Lord Almighty with all my heart. I turned to God in prayer- bold, persistent, faith-filled prayers daily. I declared God’s promises over my son and refused to accept fear as the final word.
Day and night, I spoke life over Jadon. In the name of Jesus, I prayed and commanded his organs to return to their rightful places inside his body, for two months till the operation date.
I also prayed specifically for the surgery. Even though the doctors had described a large and invasive procedure, I asked Jesus to limit the cut on Jadon’s body- though I had no idea how that might look in practice.
Then the miracle happened as my violent faith went up to Heaven…
Contrary to all medical expectations, Jadon did not need a large incision. No ribs were cut nor removed during the operation, no massive bleeding. Instead, the surgical team was able to perform a keyhole (minimally invasive) surgery- a scenario they had not believed was even possible given his condition. God had answered my prayers in a way that was beyond what we could asked or imagined.
But this wasn’t the only miracle I experienced during that time. Before we made the final decision to go forward with the operation, three of our dear friends from church prayed with us over a Zoom video call. During that call, something extraordinary happened as we were taking communion together. The Holy spirit of God came upon me and filled me with an overwhelming shalom peace- a deep, unshakable peace that carried me through the storm.
And in that same sacred moment, the Lord initiated what I know look back on as a nine-month private lesson.
A few days later, I was prompted- so clearly and unexpectedly- to do something simple yet significant. Around 10 o’clock on a quiet weekend morning, a thought came into my mind that I believe was placed there by Heaven: I felt let to go out and purchase a small notebook and begin writing down only the key teachings from Pastor John Osteen’s sermons on healing and faith.
I followed that prompting. I took the bus to a local stationery store and picked out a small notebook, and with that step of obedience, I entered a personal, Spirit-led season of training and transformation. For the next nine months, I felt as though I was being taught daily- not by any earthly teacher, but by someone from Heaven.
Each day, as I prayed, studied, and filled that notebook, I sensed the Lord preparing me, strengthening me, and growing my faith in a profound way. It was deeply real and undeniably powerful.
Through it all, I experienced not only the miraculous healing of my son, but also the miracle of spiritual growth in my own life. God was with us every step of the way- guiding, comforting, and showing Himself faithful.
The image below is a CT scan taken before my son’s surgery. As you can see, it clearly shows the severe displacement and disorganization of his internal organs- a visual reflection of just how critical his condition was at the time.
Jadon’s surgery took place on the 4th of May 2022. From the time we received the diagnosis, I had only two months’ time to pray and seek the Lord for a successful outcome. It was not easy at all…
These were several factors that made his operation particularly complex and high-risk:
1. The Size and Rarity of the Hernia:
The hernia measured approximately six inches in diameter- a size that is both extremely rare and medically challenging. As a result, many of Jadon’s internal organs were no longer in their proper anatomical positions.
The lead surgeons explained that, even if they were able to repair the hernia using a special surgical mesh, there remained a significant concern. Due to Jadon’s underlying medical condition, his connective tissues and fibers might be unusually fragile and weak. This meant that even after a successful repair, there was a high risk the area could tear again at any time in the future.
2. Risk of Massive bleeding Due to Tissue Fragility:
As previously mentioned, the medical team believed that Jadon’s muscles, connective tissues, and overall structural integrity were significantly weakened by his condition. This posed a serious risk during surgery, as every incision carried the potential for uncontrolled, massive bleeding.
3. Proximity to the Major Artery:
The location of the hernia presented an additional life-threatening challenge. It was situated extremely close to the main artery in the body. The surgeons explained that any accidental damage to his artery could result in immediate and fatal bleeding during the opeartion, putting Jadon’s life at serious risk on the operation table.
4. Concerns Regarding the Esophagus:
In one of our consultation meetings, the lead surgeon shared their concern based on the CT scan and medical reports. They suspected- although they could not confirm with complete certainty- that Jadon’s esophagus had possibly stopped developing and growing since he was small. This may have contributed to his stomach and other organs being pulled up into the chest cavity. If that was indeed the case, even if the surgery was technically successful might still be impossible to return his stomach and pancreas to their correct anatomical places.
5. Expected Surgical Incision and Potential Rib Cut:
The surgical team informed us that the required incision would likely be extensive- shaped like a large L, running from Jadon’s abdominal area across to his left chest. To make matters more concerning, they explained that it might be necessary to cut a few of his ribs in order to reposition the displaced organs. This was an extremely distressing prospect, both due to the potential pain involved and the long-teme impact such an invasive approach could have on our son’s body.
As I continued to follow God’s guidance, I immersed myself in the teachings of Pastor John Osteen, listening to his sermons on healing and faith day and night. With each passing day, my faith in God grew stronger- like a mustard seed growing into something immovable and unshakable. I became fully convinced that, no matter how dire the circumstances appeared, God would once again perform a miracle- because He is faithful to deliver His people out of darkness. Deep with my spirit, I knew: my son would not die.
I set my heart to seek the Lord in Heaven with everything I had. I know I had to pray and keep praying until Jadon lived. The Bible says, “You shall seek Me and find Me when you search for Me with all your heart”(Jeremiah 29:13). I held on tightly to that promise.
As I studied Scripture and continued to listen to Pastor Jon Osteen’s messages on God’s miracle-working power, I learnt what it means to have violent faith– the kind of unrelenting, bold faith that refuses to give up. I also came to understand the Law of Faith– that God moves in response to our personal faith, not merely our emotions or desperation.
After receiving clear direction from the Lord, I made a decision: stop crying, because tears alone do not move God. Instead, I chose to resist the enemy (devils) and surrender the battle entirely into God’s hands. I committed to prayer and worship day and night, pressing in with unwavering faith and expectation.
Even as Jadon and our family waited for the day of surgery, my heart remained full of joy. I worshipped, I prayed, and I trusted- confident that God was with us, and that He would be faithful to the end.