The Sneeze

THE SNEEZE
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> They walked in tandem, each of the ninety-two students filing into the
> already crowded auditorium. With their rich maroon gowns flowing .. and the
> traditional caps, they looked almost .. as grown up as they felt.
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> Dads swallowed hard behind broad smiles, and Moms freely brushed away tears.
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> This class would NOT pray during the commencements----not by choice, but
> because of a recent court ruling prohibiting it.
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> The principal and several students were careful to stay within the
> guidelines allowed by the ruling. They gave inspirational and challenging speeches,
> but no one mentioned divine guidance and no one asked for blessings on the graduates
> or their families.
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> The speeches were nice, but they were routine.....until the final speech received a standing ovation.
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> A solitary student walked proudly to the microphone. He stood still and silent for
> just a moment, and then, it happened.
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> All 92 students, every single one of them, suddenly SNEEZED !!!!
> The student on stage.. simply looked at the audience and said,
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> 'GOD BLESS YOU'. And he walked off stage...
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> The audience exploded into applause. This graduating class had found a unique way
> to invoke God's blessing on their future with or without the court's approval.
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> This is a true story; it happened at the University of Maryland . ( Perhaps -Editor)
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Iran: Female converts go before judge

Iran: Female converts go before judge

The silence from Iran is nerve-racking. There’s been no word on the result of last week’s court hearing for Maryam Rustampoor and Marzieh Amirizadeh – Iranian Christians who were arrested by security forces in March 2009.

Todd Nettleton with Voice of the Martyrs says that’s not unusual, but their legal strategy is. “They made the argument in court that they couldn’t be apostates because they weren’t actually Muslims. They said, ‘We were born into Muslim families, but we ourselves never made the choice to become Muslims. Therefore, we are Christians, but we are not apostates because we weren’t Muslims to begin with.’”

They were arrested March 5, 2009, on charges of anti-state activity and “taking part in illegal gatherings” because of their participation in house church activities. The anti-state charges were later dropped.

They’re still facing propagation of the Christian faith and apostasy charges, so keep praying. It’s been a test of their endurance.
According to Elam Ministries, although they have been receiving medical treatment for the past five months, they remain weak and suffer from various illnesses. The two had spent 259 days incarcerated in Evin Prison where they were reportedly subjected to psychological abuse, and their medical requests were ignored.

Despite the uncertainties, their testimony encourages other believers. Nettleton says, “They are determined to continue to be a witness for Christ, to continue to stand strong in their faith. We can pray that they’ll be encouraged in that, that they will have a sense of peace, a sense of God’s presence, and that God will provide the words for them to say when the time comes.”

Pray that the peace of God will protect Maryam and Marzieh’s hearts and minds and keep them safe. Pray that they will completely recover from their illnesses and be strong – physically, mentally and spiritually. Pray that all charges will be dropped and they will be set free.

Healing Rooms Training

International Association of Healing Rooms
Healing in His Wings with Cal and Michelle Pierce
Region 11 Healing Conference
April 8-10

Peninsula Healing Rooms of Virginia
New Covenant Church
1079 Big Bethel Road, Hampton, Virginia

Single Registration $30. Couple Registration $50
Register online here: www.healingroomsregion11.com.

Healing in His Wings, with Cal and Michelle Pierce and David and Tracy Ruleman, will release an anointing that advances the kingdom of heaven on earth.
During these three days there will be an increase of faith and an impartation that will empower you to minister with more authority as you follow Jesus.

Conference Schedule (click here for complete brochure.)

Thursday - April 8
7:00 PM – Opening Session, Cal Pierce
Friday - April 9
10:00 AM - David & Tracy Ruleman, Region 11 Directors
12:30 PM - Luncheon - Directors/Associate Directors
2:00 PM - Apostolic Team from Spokane
7:00 PM - Cal Pierce
Saturday - April 10
10:00 AM - Cal Pierce
12:30 PM – Luncheon for people interested in Healing Rooms- $7.00
2:00 PM - Apostolic Team from Spokane
7:00 PM - Impartation service and closing Session, Cal Pierce

Child Care will not be provided.

ALL EVENING MEETINGS ARE FREE




For more information contact:

David & Tracy Ruleman – Region 11 Directors
202-237-7926
david@healingroomsregion11.com
tracy@healingroomsregion11.com

Don & Jo Howard
757-880-5894
donniejo@verizon.net