‘no amputation’

Written by Rachel Jane Wallace

When we first met Dokylahy we were shocked to see bone sticking out of his leg, as well as his continually weeping. It had been like this a long time- the family had been unable to find/pay for medical help. Experts had even talked about maybe having to amputate Dokylahy’s leg. We prayed for the family and really believed that this 12 year old boy would not need amputation. We were filled with joy to be able to demonstrate the love of Jesus in such a simple and practical way as paying hospital fees for this precious boy. Well Jesus has done it! The operation has been completely successful! After many months Dokylahy has been released from the hospital and now is able to use his leg more than ever before. Dokylahy asked us if we would tell the story of Job at the next village feeding program, because Dokylahy said he saw his situation like Job's. But he always knew that Jesus was going to heal him, and so the next day Dokylahy played the part of Job with a big smile on his face……