Nestled in Baltimore County, Towson is a community-led city with a population of over 57,000 people. The town is known for its top-rated schools and abundance of recreational activities. Residents can enjoy shopping at the Towson Town Center mall, exploring the historic downtown area, or hiking and biking along the scenic trails at Loch Raven Reservoir. There are also plenty of dining and entertainment options to choose from, making Towson an ideal place to live, work, and raise a family.

On a bright Sunday morning, March 10th, 2025, Bella, a long-time resident and devout member of the local church, led a heartfelt discussion on faith and healing. The church hall was filled with eager attendees who gathered to seek wisdom and understanding from the Word of God.

Bella began by sharing the story of a woman who was physically bent over and unable to straighten up. “You’ve seen folks like that,” Bella explained, “people might have called it ‘curvature of the spine’ or just arthritis. But what did Jesus say it was? It wasn’t God’s teaching; it was the enemy at work.”

The congregation listened intently as Bella delved into the New Testament, referencing 1 Timothy 6:12, “Fight the good fight of faith. Lay hold on eternal life.” Bella emphasized the importance of actively taking hold of God’s promises and standing against the works of the enemy.

She continued with the story of Paul, who was tied to the post and faced persecution. “What should Paul have done?” Bella asked. “Some might say he should be silent like Jesus, but Jesus acted as our Substitute, not as our Example. There’s a difference between what He did for us and how we follow His path.”

As Bella spoke, she highlighted Mark 5:23, where Jairus pleaded with Jesus to heal his dying daughter. “I rebuke you!” Bella exclaimed, echoing Jesus’ authority over disease and demonic forces. “There’s a devilish energy in disease. It’s not from God. It’s the enemy trying to choke the life out of us.”

The audience nodded in agreement as Bella explained how the Old Testament foreshadowed the New Testament. “The Old Testament is full of beautiful types of Jesus and redemption. Yet, many Christians today are woefully ignorant of it.”

When a young man in the audience asked, “But what if I feel like I don’t have enough faith?” Bella responded with compassion, “Remember the ‘M’ word: Mercy. When you’ve messed up, just humble yourself and ask for God’s mercy. It works every time.”

Bella then quoted Romans 1:21, explaining that unthankfulness leads to darkened understanding. “When you gripe and complain, you get dumber and dumber. But when you’re thankful, you gain clarity and wisdom.”

As the discussion progressed, Bella painted vivid pictures from the Bible, comparing Jesus to the Passover and the Jubilee. “It is God’s will for all to be saved and healed. Jesus is the Good Shepherd, not seeking to take from us, but to care for us.”

She encouraged the congregation to believe in their authority over sickness and disease, referencing Deuteronomy 7:15, “The LORD will take away from thee all sickness… and will lay them upon those who hate thee.”

The discussion concluded with Bella’s powerful declaration, “My body is the temple of the Holy Spirit. I have a Healer, and I am healed. It is His will for me.”

The congregation left the church that day with renewed faith and determination to walk in the strength of the Lord God, just as Paul did when he chose to stay and help others instead of departing to be with the Lord.

In Towson, where the community thrives and faith runs deep, Bella’s words resonated with many, inspiring hope and spiritual growth.