Maranatha Stories

A young woman was dying. She had been diagnosed with cancer a few months ago, and the doctors had told her that there was nothing more they could do. She was only 25 years old, and she was scared. She didn’t want to die.

One day, she was visited by a pastor. The pastor talked to her about God’s love for her. He told her that even though she was dying, she could still have eternal life with Jesus. The young woman was comforted by the pastor’s words. She decided to give her life to Jesus.

The young woman died a few days later. She was at peace, knowing that she would be with Jesus in heaven.

The young woman’s story is an inspiration to us all. It shows us that even in the face of death, we can have hope. We can have peace. We can have eternal life with Jesus.

“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”

John 3:16

A young woman was stressed. She had just started a new job, and she was worried about making a good impression. She was also worried about her finances, and she was feeling overwhelmed.

One day, she was talking to her friend about her situation. Her friend told her about a Bible verse that had helped her when she was feeling stressed. The verse was Philippians 4:6-7.

The young woman decided to try praying and asking God for help. She prayed about her job, her finances, and her stress. She thanked God for all the good things in her life, and she asked him to give her peace.

The next day, the young woman woke up feeling different. She still had some stress, but she also felt a sense of peace. She went to work, and she was able to focus on her tasks. She also started to feel more confident in her abilities.

The young woman continued to pray and ask God for help. She also started to read the Bible more often. As she learned more about God, she began to understand that he loved her and that he was always with her.

The young woman’s stress started to decrease. She was able to focus on her work, and she was able to enjoy her life more. She was also able to help others who were struggling with stress.

The young woman’s story is an inspiration to us all. It shows us that we can find peace in God. He is always with us, and he will help us through whatever we are going through.

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”

Philippians 4:6-7

A young soldier was scared. He was about to go into battle for the first time, and he didn’t know what to expect. He had heard stories about the horrors of war, and he was afraid of getting hurt or killed.

He sat down on a rock and closed his eyes. He took a deep breath and tried to calm his nerves. He thought about all the things he was grateful for. He had a loving family, good friends, and a bright future ahead of him. He knew that he was lucky, and he didn’t want to die.

He opened his eyes and looked up at the sky. He saw a flock of birds flying overhead, and he felt a sense of peace come over him. He knew that God was with him, and that He would protect him. He stood up and brushed the dirt off of his uniform. He took a deep breath and walked away, ready to face whatever came his way.

The young soldier fought bravely in the battle, and he was eventually wounded. He was taken to a hospital, where he spent several weeks recovering. During his time in the hospital, he thought a lot about the Bible verse John 14:27. He realized that God had been with him through the battle, and that He had helped him to survive. He was grateful for God’s peace, and he knew that he would never forget the experience.

The young soldier eventually returned home from the war, and he went on to live a long and happy life. He never forgot the peace that God had given him, and he always tried to live his life in a way that would honor God.

This story is an inspiration to us all. It shows us that even in the midst of fear and danger, we can find peace in God. He is always with us, and He will never abandon us.

“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”

John 14:27

A young woman was in love. She had met a wonderful man, and they were planning to get married. She was so happy, and she couldn’t wait to spend the rest of her life with him.

But then, the man cheated on her. She was devastated. She didn’t know what to do. She loved him, but she couldn’t forgive him for what he had done.

She went to her pastor for help. He told her that she needed to forgive the man. He said that love is patient, love is kind, and it does not keep a record of wrongs.

The young woman didn’t want to forgive the man. She was angry and hurt. But she knew that her pastor was right. She knew that she needed to forgive him in order to move on with her life.

It wasn’t easy. She had to pray about it every day. But eventually, she was able to forgive the man. She realized that holding on to anger and bitterness was only hurting her.

Forgiving the man was one of the hardest things she had ever done. But it was also one of the most rewarding. It allowed her to let go of the pain and move on with her life.

This story is an inspiration to us all. It shows us that love is more than just a feeling. It is a choice. We can choose to love even when it is hard. And when we do, we are blessed.

“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.”

1 Corinthians 13:4-7

A young woman was a Christian. She loved God and she wanted to share her faith with others. But she was shy and she didn’t know how to start a conversation about God.

One day, she was at the grocery store when she saw a woman who was struggling to carry her groceries. The young woman offered to help, and the woman was grateful. They started talking, and the young woman found out that the woman was not a Christian.

The young woman was nervous, but she decided to share her faith with the woman. She told her about Jesus and how He had changed her life. The woman was interested, and they talked for a long time.

At the end of the conversation, the woman thanked the young woman for sharing her faith. She said that she would think about what the young woman had said.

The young woman was glad that she had been able to share her faith with the woman. She knew that she had made a difference in the woman’s life.

This story is an inspiration to us all. It shows us that we can share our faith with others, even if we are shy. It shows us that we can make a difference in the world by sharing our faith.

“You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.”

Matthew 5:14-16

A young woman was scared. She had been walking down a trail through the forest. Now it was dark and she was lost. She didn’t know how to get out. She had been walking for hours, and she was starting to lose hope.

But then she remembered the words of Psalm 23:4. She knew that God was with her, and that He would protect her.

The young woman took a deep breath and continued walking. She kept her eyes on the path, and she trusted that God would lead her out of the forest.

After a while, the young woman saw a light in the distance. She walked towards the light, and soon she came to a clearing. In the middle of the clearing was a small cottage.

The young woman knocked on the door, and an old woman answered. The young woman told the old woman her story, and the old woman invited her inside.

The old woman gave the young woman food and a place to sleep. The next morning, the old woman showed the young woman the way out of the forest.

The young woman thanked the old woman for her help, and she continued on her journey. She was grateful to God for protecting her, and she knew that she would never forget the kindness of the old woman.

The young woman’s story is an inspiration to us all. It shows us that God is always with us, even in the darkest of times. He will protect us and guide us, and He will never leave us.

“Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.”

Psalm 23:4

Jane was a wonderful woman. Her husband, Mitchell, had been diagnosed with brain cancer. The doctors gave him 6 months to live. Jane was horrified of leaving him and being alone.

Jane stayed with Mitchell almost all of the time. He had to tell her to go home and shower. Jane felt the need to tell him everything knowing this was her last chance.

Four months after the diagnosis, Mitchell passed away. Jane was beside herself. She was angry with God. She didn’t want to let go of him. She cried and cried without end.

She went through the motions of preparing a funeral and dealing with all his belongings. The funeral was beautiful, and Jane donated most of his things to charity.

When all was said and done, she was sitting on the couch in the living room and started to cry. She got her laptop and searched for “comfort.” Near the top was the following promise:

“I will always be close when you need My comfort.”

The woman continued to cry, but slowly started to feel better. She found Mitchell’s Bible and started to read everything he had marked.

That’s when she realized that Mitchell was with Jesus and he wasn’t suffering anymore. She wasn’t mad at God anymore. She knew it was selfish of her to want to keep him. She realized that God’s purpose is not always what we want, but she knew God loved her and would take care of her.

Jane slowly let go of Mitchell. She started becoming more active in her church. Eventually, she became a deacon and felt a strong sense of belonging. And her relationship with God has never been stronger.

Jane’s story is a reminder that God is always with us, even in our darkest times. He is our source of comfort and strength. When we turn to Him, He will never fail us.

“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God.”

2 Corinthians 1:3-4

Sylvia was a young woman who was struggling with her faith. She had been through a lot in her life, and she was starting to doubt whether God really loved her. One day, she was reading the Bible when she came across the passage from John 14:1-4. She was immediately drawn to Jesus’ words, and she felt a sense of peace and comfort come over her. She realized that Jesus understood what she was going through, and that he loved her no matter what.

Sylvia continued to read the Bible, and she began to learn more about Jesus. She learned about his love for humanity, and his willingness to sacrifice himself for our sins. She also learned about his promises to return for us, and to take us to heaven to be with him.

As Sylvia learned more about Jesus, her faith grew stronger. She no longer felt lost or afraid. She knew that Jesus loved her, and that he would never leave her. She also knew that she would one day be with him in heaven.

Sylvia’s story is a reminder that Jesus’ words are a source of comfort and hope for Christians today. When we are feeling lost or afraid, we can remember that Jesus is preparing a place for us in heaven. And we can also remember that he will come back for us, and that we will be with him forever.

“Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am. You know the way to the place where I am going.”

John 14:1-4

A young woman was terrified. She had been kidnapped and was being held captive in a dark room. She didn’t know who had taken her or why, but she was sure that they meant her harm.

She sat on the floor, her knees drawn up to her chest, and tried to control her breathing. She closed her eyes and prayed. “God,” she said, “I’m so scared. I don’t know what to do.”

She opened her eyes and looked around the room. She saw a small window high up on the wall. She stood up and went over to the window. She looked out, but she couldn’t see anything. It was too dark.

She sat back down on the floor and started to cry. She didn’t know what else to do. She felt so alone and scared.

Suddenly, she heard a voice. “Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God,” the voice said.

The young woman looked up. She saw a light in the room. She stood up and walked towards the light. As she got closer, she saw that it was a man. He was standing in the doorway, and he was smiling at her.

“Who are you?” the young woman asked.

“I Am God,” the man said. “And I am here to help you.”

The young woman felt a sense of peace wash over her. She knew that she was safe now. She knew that God would take care of her.

God took the young woman by the hand and led her out of the room. He took her to a safe place, where she could stay until she was ready to go home.

The young woman was so grateful to God for helping her. She knew that she would never be the same after this experience. She had learned that God is always with us, even in the darkest of times. He will always help us, if we just ask.

“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”

Isaiah 41:10

A young man was exhausted. He had been working hard all day, and he was starting to feel the effects. He was tired, he was stressed, and he just wanted to relax.

He walked home slowly, taking his time. He didn’t want to go home yet. He wanted to enjoy the peace and quiet of the evening.

As he walked, he thought about his day. He thought about all the things he had to do, and all the things he still had to do. He felt overwhelmed.

He stopped walking and looked up at the sky. He took a deep breath and sighed. He knew that he needed to find a way to relax.

He thought about what the Bible verse said. He thought about how Jesus said that he would give rest to those who were weary.

He smiled. He knew what he had to do. He had to go to Jesus.

He started walking again, but this time he was walking with a purpose. He was walking to Jesus.

He walked to the church and went inside. He found a quiet place to sit and he prayed. He prayed to Jesus and asked him for rest.

He prayed for a long time, and when he was finished, he felt different. He felt lighter. He felt more relaxed.

He knew that Jesus had heard his prayer, and he knew that Jesus had given him rest.

He stood up and walked out of the church. He felt refreshed and renewed. He was ready to face whatever challenges came his way.

This verse is a reminder that Jesus is always there for us. He is always willing to help us, and he is always willing to give us rest. If we are feeling weary and burdened, we should go to Jesus. He will give us the rest that we need.

“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yolk upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yolk is easy and my burden is light.”

Matthew 11:28-30