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MIRACLE AT A GAS STATION

Blog 323

January 8, 2023

MIRACLES NEVER CEASE!

Rev. Robert L. Wise, Ph.D. explores the world of divine interventions from an objective point of view. An Archbishop in the Communion of Evangelical Episcopal Churches with a Ph.D., Rev. Wise relates his interviews with persons who experienced the touch of God.

MIRACLE AT A GAS STATION

Suddenly it’s 2024… with a lot of fog settling around. This new year is filled with old problems. Political division, crazy accusations, homeless people in tents, war in the Middle East and the assault on Ukraine … on and on it goes like a bad movie.

But wait! Divine interventions are still happening everywhere. My file with over 300 interviews with people who had miraculous encounters is an example of promise. In the midst of the social and national confusion, angels could be waiting on your doorstep. That happened to Junior Neese.

Junior had been a decorated football player and graduated from high school without learning to read or write. With a heart for the poor, his limitations sent him down a difficult road. Nevertheless, Junior was touched by the Christian faith and wanted to serve.

On this particular day, he was traveling from Oklahoma City to Mobile, Alabama when Junior stopped for gas and noticed a homeless man walking toward him. Looking like a tramp, the man walked up and wanted to hitch a ride. Junior was hesitant, but felt he should help anyone who looked so disposed. He told the man to climb in.

About 15 minutes into the trip, the vagabond began telling him facts about Junior’s life. He recited incidences that had created pain and disappointment for Junior. The man talked about details that no one could possibly know. Junior clutched the steering wheel tightly as tears ran down his cheeks. The passenger kept revealing intimate facts from his past. How could such be?

Then, the wanderer began to speak words of compassion and love. Junior could sense each consolation sinking in to the very depths of his soul. The traveler’s words were healing, erasing the sting of old hurts and rejection. The man kept speaking of God’s love and forgiveness, telling Junior how much his heavenly Father loved the poor and those who cared for the needy.

The drive from Oklahoma City to Memphis takes about seven hours, but time seemed to evaporate. Junior lost all sense of time. When he reached Memphis, it seemed only minutes had passed. However, the needle on the fuel gauge said he needed gasoline. Junior pulled in next to a pump, leaving the shabby-looking man in the front seat waiting for him. He quickly filled the tank.

Junior opened the car door to get in. The man had disappeared. He was simply gone and the side door had not been opened. Hebrew 1:14 raced through his mind. “Angels are only servants… spirits sent to care for people who will inherit salvation.”

Junior Neese knew the man disguised as a bum had actually been an angel. An angel sent to give him consolation and peace. A real, live angel had brought him peace. Junior’s life was changed.

Hebrews tells us that many have entertained angels unaware. Could that happen to you? Most certainly! Keep your eyes … and your heart open.

Remember: Miracles never cease!

My latest book has just now been released. You’ll find it fascinating!

The almost unknown account of Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s involvement in a number of attempts to assassinate Adolph Hitler remains one of the extraordinary stories of World War II. A towering theologian and patriot, Bonhoeffer did not retreat from joining the fight to stop the Nazis. In these pages you will discover an explosive adventure that remains an ultimate witness to the truth.

After his capture, his fiancé Maria von Wedemeyer, never gave up attempting to find him and stand with him. In later years, Maria was to become the leading scientist with the Remington Rand Corporation, pioneering the way for the modern computer.
My interview with Bonhoeffer’s godson, Christop Von Dohnanyi, sheds more light on who Bonhoeffer was and what he accomplished. You will find this thoroughly researched though novelized story of Bonhoeffer’s involvement in WWII to be gripping and compelling.

The book is available in kindle and paperback on Amazon.

The Conspiracy: Dietrich Bonhoeffer — Stopping Hitler (Robert L. Wise’s Gripping WWII Discoveries)

You will be touched and moved.

Remember: Miracles never cease!

Please watch and subscribe to my new YouTube channel!

WATCH MY LATEST VIDEO, TOO!

ANGELS ALL AROUND YOU!

Did you discover something miraculous during the past year? I’d be delighted to hear your story. Please write me. Please email me your story at: miracles@miraclesnevercease.com.

Where I post interviews with people sharing their experiences with divine encounters!

Remember to expect the unexpected! And let the miracles begin!

Readers of my MIRACLES NEVER CEASE blog will be fascinated by my latest book:

MIRACLES NEVER CEASE!

ORDER NOW!

January 7, 2024 by revwise Categories: angels, Divine Intervention, faith, MiraclesTags: angels, Christianity, dietrich-bonhoeffer, Divine Intervention, faith, history, Jesus, Miracles Leave a comment

THE MIRACLE OF THE NEW YEAR!

Blog 321-B

January 1, 2024

MIRACLES NEVER CEASE!

The Miracle of the New Year!

The New Year is a time when people all around the world celebrate new beginnings and make resolutions for the year ahead. But did you know that Jesus also performed a miracle during this time? In the Gospel of John, there is a story about Jesus attending a wedding in the town of Cana. During the celebration, the hosts ran out of wine, causing embarrassment and distress. Understanding the situation, Jesus transformed water into wine, saving the wedding feast and bringing joy to everyone present.

This miracle is a significant event because it reveals Jesus’ divine power and his willingness to help others. It also teaches us about the values of abundance, generosity, and the importance of celebration. Jesus showcases his ability to turn something ordinary, like water, into something extraordinary – wine. By doing so, he demonstrates his authority over nature and his ability to meet people’s needs. In this case, Jesus brought happiness to the newlyweds and their guests, showing his compassion and desire to bring joy into their lives.

Moreover, this miracle highlights the significance of celebration in our lives. The wedding feast is a time for expressing joy and happiness, an occasion where people come together to share love and laughter. By performing this miracle, Jesus emphasizes the importance of celebrating life’s milestones and cherishing the moments we have with one another. It serves as a reminder for us to approach each new year with an attitude of gratitude and a spirit of celebration, knowing that Jesus is there to bring abundance and joy into our lives.

As we embark on a new year, this story reminds us to celebrate life’s milestones, cherish our time with loved ones, and have faith that Jesus can transform even the ordinary into something extraordinary. May the New Year be filled with blessings, joy, and a renewed sense of hope as we remember this miracle and Jesus’ presence in our lives.

Remember: Miracles never cease!

My latest book has just now been released. You’ll find it fascinating!

The book is available in kindle and paperback on Amazon.

The Conspiracy: Dietrich Bonhoeffer — Stopping Hitler (Robert L. Wise’s Gripping WWII Discoveries)

You will be touched and moved.

Remember: Miracles never cease!

Please watch and subscribe to my new YouTube channel!

WATCH MY LATEST VIDEO, TOO!

ANGELS ALL AROUND YOU!

Did you discover something miraculous during the past year? I’d be delighted to hear your story. Please write me. Please email me your story at: miracles@miraclesnevercease.com.

Where I post interviews with people sharing their experiences with divine encounters!

Remember to expect the unexpected! And let the miracles begin!

Readers of my MIRACLES NEVER CEASE blog will be fascinated by my latest book:

MIRACLES NEVER CEASE!

ORDER NOW!

January 1, 2024 by revwise Categories: Divine Intervention, faith, MiraclesTags: bible, Christianity, church, Divine Intervention, faith, God, Jesus, Miracles, prayer Leave a comment

THE MIRACLE OF CHRISTMAS

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December 25, 2023

MIRACLES NEVER CEASE!

THE MIRACLE OF CHRISTMAS

Jesus’ birth is undoubtedly a true miracle, as it defies the natural laws of conception and childbirth. According to the Bible, Jesus was born to the Virgin Mary, who conceived Him through the Holy Spirit. This miraculous event challenges the scientific understanding of human reproduction and emphasizes the divine intervention in Jesus’ birth. The concept of a virgin birth is biologically impossible, making it a supernatural occurrence that highlights Jesus’ divine nature and his exceptional role in salvation.

The miracle of Jesus’ birth becomes even more extraordinary when considering the prophecies foretelling it. The Old Testament predicted the coming of a Messiah born of a virgin in Isaiah 7:14, stating, “Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign: The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and will call him Immanuel.” This prophecy clearly indicates that Jesus’ birth is not merely a coincidence but the fulfillment of divine plans. The fulfillment of these prophecies adds weight to the claim that Jesus’ birth is a true miracle, as it demonstrates the divine orchestration of events throughout history.

Furthermore, the significance of Jesus’ birth lies in its purpose and impact on humanity. As the Son of God, Jesus was sent to Earth to offer salvation and reconcile humanity with God. His birth marks the beginning of this divine mission and the ultimate sacrifice that would follow, leading to the redemption of mankind. This mission would have been inconceivable without the miracle of Jesus’ birth, as it sets the foundation for his life, teachings, and ultimately, his crucifixion and resurrection.

Jesus’ birth is undeniably a true miracle that defies natural laws and confirms his divine origin. The occurrence of a virgin birth, as foretold in prophetic texts, serves as a testament to the divine intervention and highlights Jesus’ exceptional role in salvation. Without Jesus’ miraculous birth, his mission to offer redemption and the eventual sacrifice for humanity’s sins would not have been possible. The miracle of Jesus’ birth acts as a cornerstone in Christianity, emphasizing the remarkable nature of his life and teachings!

Remember: Miracles never cease!

My latest book has just now been released. You’ll find it fascinating!

The book is available in kindle and paperback on Amazon.

The Conspiracy: Dietrich Bonhoeffer — Stopping Hitler (Robert L. Wise’s Gripping WWII Discoveries)

You will be touched and moved.

Remember: Miracles never cease!

Please watch and subscribe to my new YouTube channel!

WATCH MY LATEST VIDEO, TOO!

ANGELS ALL AROUND YOU!

Did you discover something miraculous during the past year? I’d be delighted to hear your story. Please write me. Please email me your story at: miracles@miraclesnevercease.com.

Where I post interviews with people sharing their experiences with divine encounters!

Remember to expect the unexpected! And let the miracles begin!

Readers of my MIRACLES NEVER CEASE blog will be fascinated by my latest book:

MIRACLES NEVER CEASE!

ORDER NOW!

December 24, 2023 by revwise Categories: Divine Intervention, faith, MiraclesTags: bible, Christianity, Christmas, Divine Intervention, faith, God, Grace, Jesus, Miracles, theology Leave a comment

SUMMER RERUNS: YES, THERE ARE BAD GUYS OUT THERE!

Blog 167, 2017
August 24, 2020

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MIRACLES NEVER CEASE

Robert Wise explores the world of Divine intervention from an objective point of view. Can 21st Century people believe that the hand of God touches people in today’s world?
Read and you’ll find new insights.

The corona-virus pandemic has made it impossible to make contacts. However, I’ve got a mail bag of great stories that I’m recycling. These are my summer reruns.

YES, THERE ARE BAD GUYS OUT THERE!

Are there “swindlers” out there? Sure are.

In the movie Leap of Faith, Steve Martin plays con man Jonas Nightengale who travels from town to town bilking farmers out of their money while he fakes miracles. In the town of Rustwater, Kansas, he sets up his nightly show. The town’s people are so taken that when the sheriff reports Nightengale’s real name is Jack Newton and he has continually been in trouble with the law, they won’t listen. Each night the fraudulent healer wearing a silver-sequined coat hops up and down the aisles while an assistant is in the backroom with television monitors sends him messages through an ear piece. The inside information makes Nightengale appear to have special secrets messages from the Holy Spirit.

The turning point comes when Boyd, a boy on crutches, is actually healed. Nightengale cannot believe what he is seeing and runs, leaving the silver-sequined jacket behind. As he travels away in a hitch-hiked ride, Nightengale tells the driver that he knows “the genuine article” and that a real miracle is not to be toyed with. The movie ends as Nightengale disappears into the night.

Interestingly enough, this movie was based on an actual fraudulent ministry of a Pentecostal type who kept his wife in the back room sending him messages through a hearing aid device. The audience was scanned by accomplices who produced information on the unsuspecting. The last time I saw this character on television, he was promoting “miracle spring water” and was still at it. The tragedy of these charlatans is that they demean the actual interventions of the heavenly Father. They reduce the miraculous to a sideshow, leaving people to go home disillusioned.

Equally tragic is that the antics of these types develop skeptics who see the entire scene as a sham. Both conclusions are equally unfortunate. While we acknowledge the reality of the counterfeit artists and the audience that travels with them to pretend a miracle occurred, we continue to recognize that divine intervention has made a dramatic difference in the journeys of a multitude of grateful people.

The key to the “genuine article” is found in understanding the stories in the scripture. As the Old and New testaments relate the stories of miracles, they contain details that are important in grasping how people like Elisha as well as Jesus Christ ministered.

Discovering the will of God is one of the first steps that unlocks sealed doors.

Stay tuned. More to come.

August 24, 2020 by revwise Categories: Divine Intervention, faith, MiraclesTags: Christianity, conman, Divine Intervention, faith Leave a comment

NANCY STAFFOR: CHRISTIAN IN HOLLYWOOD

Blog 152
April 27, 2020

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MIRACLES NEVER CEASE!

Robert Wise explores the world of divine interventions from an objective point of view. Can 21st century people believe the hand of God still touches people today?

NANCY STAFFOR: CHRISTIAN IN HOLLYWOOD

MATLOCK, the television series with Andy Griffith, has made a new comeback on the Me-TV series. The “good old days” series like Gunsmoke, Carol Burnett, Gomer Pyle, etc. are so much better than most of the contemporary mindless sit-coms that people are tuning them in again.

One of the regulars on MATLOCK was Nancy Stafford who played Andy’s secretary Michelle Thomas. Through the years, Nancy Stafford performed on a host of other shows such as Seasons of Miracles, Quantum Leap, The Mentalists, and a host more. Nancy had the highest praise for Andy Griffith as an actor who cared deeply about what he did. He could memorize the courtroom scenes so well, that at the end of a shooting, everyone clapped. Griffith made sure every aspect of a set was perfect. Nancy adored working with him.

Nancy grew up in a Christian home and was taught that it was important to have a relationship with God. She grew up knowing about divine interventions. However, once she plunged into the acting world, she took a different path for 15 years. Today, she remembers that her personal choices left her a broken person. Going from boyfriend to boyfriend, her career boomed, but her life didn’t. During this time, she studied Buddhism, Rosicrucianism, as well as Hinduism. She had become a religious seeker without answers that worked.

At that point, Nancy discovered she had developed a cancer on her face. Her ‘perfect life” could disappear in an instant. Nancy was in turmoil. She was working on an episode of “Magnum P.I.” in Hawaii and shooting on the beach. Nancy brought her Bible with her and was reading it. As she studied the promises in the Bible, a change began forming. At that moment, she began experiencing an incredible encounter with the Living God. Nancy knew she must depend on Jesus Christ in all of her choices. She realized that the hand of God had enabled her to be a successful actress and would lead her through recovery from the cancer. A divine intervention changed her entire life.

Today, Nancy is an inspirational speaker and works with Christian groups as well as continuing her acting career. She prays about the roles that she accepts. Nancy works to help the public understand God loves them, cares for them, and provides them with hope.

Are divine interventions still possible? Nancy Stafford believes the pages of the scripture can lead anyone to a vital and dynamic relationship with their heavenly Father.

You might find my collection of near-death experiences to be helpful.
CROSSING THE THRESHOLD OF ETERNITY
Robert L. Wise Regal Books

April 26, 2020 by revwise Categories: Divine Intervention, faith, MiraclesTags: Andy Griffith, Christianity, faith, Matlock Leave a comment

AN INTERVIEW WITH QUENTIN MOORE

MIRACLES NEVER CEASE!

Robert Wise explores the world of divine interventions from an objective point of view. Can 21st century people believe the hand of God still touches people today?

Read or watch and you’ll find new insights.

A SURPRISE FOR YOU

Here is a teaser interview with Quentin Moore and myself discussing a miracle known as the laying on of hands. It is for my upcoming YouTube channel launching soon.

Enjoy!

Quentin Moore Episode 2 from David Canavesio on Vimeo.

You might find my collection of Holy Land experiences to be helpful.
BIBLE LANDS: An illustrated Guide to Scriptural Places
Barbpir books Publishers

March 15, 2020March 23, 2020 by revwise Categories: Divine Intervention, faith, Miracles, miraculous, VideoTags: Christianity, faith, Grace, Miracles, prayer, scripture Leave a comment

EASTER CAME EARLY

Blog 149
March 2, 2020

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MIRACLES NEVER CEASE!

Robert L. Wise explores the world of divine interventions from an objective point of view. Can 21st century people believe the hand of God still touches people today?

Read and you’ll find new insights.

EASTER CAME EARLY

Stovall and Kerri Weems started a congregation with seventeen people in l998. Today, they have over 12,000 members. In 2018, the Weems were holding a Good Friday service when a break through occurred. This year they decided that rather than a regular sermon, they would have a “shared experience” of the resurrection. What brought the change? How did it all happen?

Stovall had heard people say they literally experienced the risen Christ, but he doubted those stories. Of course, he was a dedicated Christian, but he wasn’t sure about those contemporary reports. Then they held a special Jewish traditional Seder Passover service where the pastor could and did pray in Hebrew. As the pastor was consecrating the bread and wine, speaking Hebrew he said, “Take and eat. This is my body broken for you.”

However, as he was speaking in Hebrew, another voice broke in. An audible voice said three times in Hebrew, “Take and eat. This is my body broken for you.”

The pastor knew he was in the presence of God and was hearing the actual voice of Jesus speaking. He could only stand there in silent shock. The staff sitting close thought something had happened to the pastor standing there voiceless like he was in shell shock. What was going on?

In those moments, the pastor was in a trance and having a heavenly vision of the Passover with Jesus and his disciples seated around a table. He could see and hear them. Here was Jesus of Nazareth just as he had been during his earthly ministry. The pastor could hear his voice with the same passionate authority and strength that it must have always carried when Jesus taught and preached..

When the pastor spoke of a “shared experience” service his perspective had obviously changed. He was speaking out of his most personal encounter. The story of Easter was not a memory from the past or an account in the pages of scripture. The resurrection was a story he had physically touched.

And the meaning? Certainly, there’s no magic in Hebrew words, but something about Holy Communion can reach across 2,000 years and connect with a heavenly reality. Each of us can have our own encounters even though they are personal and different. Even with these diverse paths, we are challenged to reach out so we can say with conviction, “I too have seen the Lord.”
The promise makes Easter possible every month of the year.

You might find my collection of Holy Land experiences to be helpful.
BIBLE LANDS: An illustrated Guide to Scriptural Places
Barbpir books Publishers

March 1, 2020 by revwise Categories: Divine Intervention, faith, MiraclesTags: Christianity, faith, Holy Communion, Miracles, prayer, scripture Leave a comment

JOSEPH BIAS: Part 3

Blog 149
February 10 , 2020

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MIRACLES NEVER CEASE!

Robert Wise explores the world of divine interventions from an objective point of view. Can 21st century people believe the hand of God still touches people today?

Read and you’ll find new insights.

JOSEPH BIAS: Part 3

In two previous blogs, I’ve told you something of the story and experience of Joseph Bias and the miraculous healing of his vocal chords after they were accidentally clipped in a medical operation. Joseph went on to discover another spiritual intervention at the home of the well-known musician Allen Moore.

Let me remind you of Joseph’s past. In addition, to being trained at the Rochester School of Music for operatic singing, Joseph performed across America. At the funeral of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., he sang a solo. In addition to his solo albums, he worked with singers from Sandi Patti to Johnny Cash. Joseph hosted a gospel music television show, “I Choose Life.”

Following the extraordinary healing of his vocal cords and the spiritual discovery at Allen Moore’s house, Joseph knew there was more that he needed to grasp. He sensed there was one fundamental principal there that he had yet found. He needed that principle to get his life in proper order. During this time, he was struggling to get the opportunities he needed to perform. Even with his history and contacts, the doors were opening slowly. Something was missing.

Joseph had begun to attend regularly a Bible study group and had begun to search the Bible for answers. During this time, he came across a verse that leaped off the page. From Malachi 3:10-11, he read, “Bring the full tithes into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house; and thereby put me to the test. Says the Lord of Hosts. If I will not open the windows of heaven for you and pour down for you an overflowing blessing.” From somewhere, he thought he remembered Jesus saying, “Give and it shall be given unto you.”

The challenge struck Joseph as especially for him. This passage had the direction that he needed for his life. He had to become a giver. No matter what the challenge or the limits, Joseph was determined to observe this principle. The practice changed everything.

Closed doors opened. Opportunities appeared. Paul Crouch of TBN called and offered Joseph a TV show. He was well on his way. Eventually, Joseph Bias became the Music Minister of the First Methodist Church of Tulsa, Oklahoma.

He gave and it was given unto him.

Over the years, I’ve talked with a great many people who have been challenged to take a leap of faith that changed their entire life. However, giving money has usually been the most difficult step to be taken. Divine interventions are easy ideas to talk about, but following the commandments of God is an action, not an idea.

If you’re hoping for the Holy Spirit to touch your life, you might start with what Joseph learned. “Give and it shall be given unto you.”

Does it work? You bet.

You might find my collection of Holy Land experiences to be helpful.
BIBLE LANDS: An illustrated Guide to Scriptural Places
Barbpir books Publishers

February 10, 2020 by revwise Categories: Divine Intervention, faith, MiraclesTags: Christianity, faith, Praise and worship, prayer Leave a comment