Ep 14. Healing Hands
- January 1, 1997
- 43 min
The show Could it Be a Miracle follows incredible true stories of people who have experienced miraculous events in their lives. Season 1 episode 14, titled Healing Hands, showcases an amazing story of a man named Mark whose life has been plagued by chronic pain and illness, until he encounters a gifted healer named John of God.
Mark has been struggling with a variety of health issues for years, including chronic pain, migraines, and depression. Despite trying a multitude of treatments, from medications to chiropractic care, he has never found relief from his symptoms. One day, he hears about John of God, a Brazilian spiritual healer who has helped countless people find healing and peace.
Skeptical but desperate for a solution, Mark makes the journey to Brazil to meet John of God. Upon arrival, he is greeted by a bustling crowd of people all seeking healing from the famed healer. Eventually, Mark is led into a large room where John of God is sitting, surrounded by assistants and spiritual guides. Mark describes John of God as having a deeply calming presence and feeling like he is surrounded by invisible hands.
John of God begins a powerful healing session, during which Mark feels waves of energy moving through him. At one point, John of God approaches Mark and places his hands on him, sending an intense surge of heat and light through his body. Mark feels a deep sense of peace and hope during the session, and when it is over, he feels lighter and more energized than he has in years.
Back in the United States, Mark continues to feel better and better each day. His chronic pain and migraines disappear completely, and he finds himself sleeping better and feeling more relaxed overall. He describes the experience as feeling like a weight has been lifted off his shoulders. Mark also feels a renewed sense of spirituality and connection to the divine, and continues to explore his own spiritual path.
The episode also explores the science behind the healing power of touch, and features interviews with medical professionals who have witnessed the incredible effects of touch therapy on patients. The power of the mind-body connection is also explored, as Mark credits his healing experience to a combination of spiritual and physical factors.
Overall, Healing Hands is a powerful and inspiring episode of Could it Be a Miracle, showcasing the incredible potential for healing that lies within us all. Whether through spiritual practices, conventional medicine, or alternative therapies, this episode reminds us that healing is always possible, and that sometimes the most miraculous solutions can be found in unexpected places.