It was supposed to be a fun-filled family cruise for Charissa Bates and her family. But just a couple of days into the excursion, Charissa’s mom landed in the ship’s sick ward with terrifying, life-threatening symptoms. The hours that followed were filled with waiting and worrying as the family fought to get back on U.S. soil to save her life.

Then a chance encounter with a pastor and a whisper from above breathed peace and comfort into Charissa’s heart as her mother lay in a coma. It’s a harrowing story, but we think you’ll agree it’s also filled with hope.

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