Sunday, October 15, 2023

An international player's testimony on the power of prayer


Meet Josna Yohannan, a name that resonates with excellence in her hometown of Changanasserry. She's not just an international sports player but also a testament to the power of unwavering faith and determination.

Josna's career in the state government was steady, yet the desire for a better job and a higher salary prompted her to seek opportunities in the central government. Little did she know that this decision would set in motion a series of events that would test her resolve.

When the central government presented her with a golden opportunity, the condition was simple - report immediately or let this dream slip through her fingers. However, transitioning from her current role to a central government position wasn't as straightforward as it seemed.

Josna had to secure a relieving order within a remarkably short timeframe, and to do so, she navigated the complex bureaucratic landscape. She met officials from clerks to high-ranking IAS officers and tirelessly sought the support of various ministers. Promises of assistance were made, but progress was slow and uncertain.

Throughout this challenging journey, Josna never lost faith. She believed in the intercession of the Holy Virgin Mother and turned to prayer in her moments of despair. Her mother, who had taken an 'udambadi' in Kreupasanam, stood as a pillar of strength, offering unwavering support. Together with Josna's children, they fervently prayed for a breakthrough.

Then, on the eleventh hour, it happened. The wheels of bureaucracy turned, and Josna's files were processed. She was granted the relieving order she so desperately needed to embark on a promising career in a central government department in Lucknow.

Josna Yohannan attributes this miraculous turn of events to the collective prayers of her mother, children, and her husband, who prayed ceaselessly with unwavering faith. It's a story of faith, persistence, and, above all, the power of prayer, reminding us that miracles can happen even in the face of seemingly insurmountable challenges.