Experiencing the Supernatural Peace That Surpasses Understanding

Supernatural Peace in the Midst of a Scare

In May of 2010, I was driving home from a ministry meeting when I stopped at a red light. Out of nowhere, a distracted young driver, arguing with her sister in the passenger seat, rammed into the back of my Ford Ranger.

At first, I thought I was fine. But over the following weeks, pain began creeping into my lower back and feet, growing steadily worse. I went through four months of physical therapy, but instead of improving, I declined. Even after thorough podiatrist exams and x-rays, no one could pinpoint the source of my severe foot pain. Eventually, my doctor ordered an MRI of my lower back.

What I didn’t know was that while I was driving home from the MRI, the hospital had already called my primary care physician. They believed I likely had bone cancer. I had just walked in the door when my landline rang. The moment I laid my hand on the receiver, I experienced something miraculous—an immediate, supernatural wave of peace washed over me, filling me from the inside out.

The nurse on the other end gently explained the MRI findings and that I would need more extensive testing right away. But no fear could take root in me. For the next three weeks, during every test and appointment, I carried that unshakable peace. Nothing disturbed me—I knew in my spirit that God was in control.

My prayer group faithfully interceded for me, and two members even anointed me with oil, laying hands on me for healing. When I went in for a bone scan, the technician happened to be a fellow believer. Together, we praised Jesus throughout the entire procedure.

In the end, I was not diagnosed with cancer. The doctors failed to diagnose the root cause of my extreme pain. By God’s guidance, I was led to a chiropractor specialist who was able to relieve most of my pain.

That season remains a testimony etched on my heart: God’s peace truly surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7). He met me in the exact moment of fear and gave me confidence that everything would be okay. And He was faithful.