Master Saved Me Twice

(Minghui.org) I started practicing Falun Dafa over 20 years ago after witnessing my wife’s miraculous recovery from her illnesses after she began practicing. Dafa not only restored our health, but also helped us maintain high moral standards. We were able to farm the land even though we were nearly 80, which reduced the financial burden on our children.

I’m now 87. My wife and I have faced many hardships on our cultivation path. After the persecution began in 1999, she was repeatedly arrested and taken to brainwashing centers, detention centers, or the township government buildings because she did things to tell people about Falun Dafa. We have not slacked off in doing the three things. We read the Fa every morning and evening, no matter how busy or tired we were.

To help local practitioners read Minghui Weeklyas soon as it was published, my wife set up a materials distribution center at our home. She went out each morning to clarify the truth and printed flyers and informational materials in the afternoon. To support her, I took over the household chores. I also frequently talked with people about Falun Dafa at a local market.

Under Master’s compassionate protection, we made it to where we are today. However, my shortcomings in cultivation were exploited by the old forces and I had tribulations.

I was infected with COVID in 2023 and developed severe pneumonia. I was rushed to the city hospital, but the doctors gave up on me because of my age. After staying overnight, my sons transferred me to the township hospital, which is closer to home.

During my stay at the township hospital, I struggled to breathe and eat. I also had a stiff tongue that made it difficult to speak. My family thought I wouldn’t live much longer and started making funeral arrangements. On December 28, my sons checked me out of the hospital so I could spend the New Year at home.

New Year’s Day is usually busy because relatives visit each other. My house was quiet this year because people were afraid of catching the virus from me. I could not drink water and my mouth became ulcerated. However, my mind remained clear. From studying the Fa, I understood the relationship between life and death and I was not afraid of dying. However, I worried that if I died, it could harm Dafa’s reputation.

My wife sent forth righteous thoughts for me, read Dafa books to me, and played videos of Master’s lectures for me. We firmly believed in Master and negated the old forces. I decided to leave my fate in Master’s hands.

Then, a miracle happened. After the New Year, I was able to drink water and my health improved each day. My life was soon back to normal and I knew Master saved me. The story of my miraculous recovery spread to people who lived as far as 10 miles away.

I became angry at my second daughter-in-law in 2024 when she spoke rudely to my wife and I. Tribulations are likely to occur if one does maintain one’s xinxing. Four days later, I suddenly experienced symptoms of a stroke. One side of my body became paralyzed, and my speech was slurred.

I felt terrible and regretted not maintaining my xinxing. I not only let Master down but also caused him to worry. I vowed to cultivate diligently and stop defaming Dafa. My primary soul is strong. I let go of the attachment to life and death. As Master said in “Transformation of Karma,” “If you can commit your mind, no difficulties can stop you.” (Lecture Four, Zhuan Falun) I was determined that I would stand up and walk.

I diligently studied the Fa, did the exercises, and sent forth righteous thoughts. I reassured myself I would eliminate the sickness karma. I repeatedly struggled to get out of bed. With Master’s help, five days later, I was able to walk with a cane. My health improved rapidly, and within six months, I could walk without the cane. Once again, Master saved my life.

From these two incidents, I deeply understand the seriousness of cultivation. My complexion is healthy. Everything is back to normal and I’ve returned to my old self. I will firmly validate Dafa and do the three things well.

Thank you, Master!