Mike...........Prayer changes things, and the Lord listens.....I think you know this perfectly well.
We all suffer together in this life, with no guarantees except that we'll suffer persecution and ridicule from those who have no belief, just like Christ did before you. Don't let negative words get you discouraged........Hold fast the Faithful Word..........He sees, He hears, He cares.........very simple Truth for a man of Faith like yourself.
If you need anything at all, let us know. Doc & Mary Ann