The Vision - A Ray of Hope on the Surreal
Aftermath of the American Tragedy
Copyright 2001 by Lori Ramsey
Sometimes when in prayer God will pour out a vision - a glimpse
at a possibility. I have had such visions while in prayer. This
one came to me last night, as I was praying for the victim's families.
September 13, 2001
In light of the recent tragedy that befell America Tuesday,
September 11, 2001 I have felt a strong pull to a renewed prayer life.
My first reaction was to bow my knees to Almighty God and ask for peace to
rain down and for protection of all involved. It was after this prayer
that I desired to roll up my sleeves, dig my heels in and fight back with
America – fight for the freedom that our forefathers fought so hard for over
200 years ago.
The phrase “Let Freedom Ring” now holds an even deeper
meaning to me, as I sit by day after day glued to the television, hoping and
praying that they find one more survivor in the rubble that once were
magnificent buildings and landmarks. I am amazed at the spirit of
America, as we’ve pulled together – uniting as one to right this horrible
wrong.
I tip my hat to the many businesses both online and off that
have taken the time to honor the victims of this horrendous tragedy. It
shows that Americans do care – that we hold human life in high regard.
And, because of this, I am proud to be an American.
As I watched the news unfold last night I witnessed several of
the families that are missing loved ones make pleas on TV to hopefully find
their dad, husband, wife, mother, - I cried right along with them – having
compassion and wishing I could embrace them in this hour of grief.
Alas, all I can do is offer my prayers. I did just that
– found a place to be alone for a moment and as I was praying I began to see
a vision - one that literally took me by surprise. I lifted my hands to
God and began to pray about the vision that unfolded before me spiritually.
I saw myself going to these grieving people and embracing them,
crying with them. I saw them confused as to why I, a stranger, would be
there. Then the scene changed as if a huge movie screen suddenly lit up
with the new motion picture. The feeling that began to go through my
body literally made my hairs stand on end. I heard God’s voice say
“With Me ALL things are possible.”
I was at the place where the World Trade Centers once stood.
It was night. Before me lay a massive pile of rubble and behind me
wailed the families searching desperately for their lost loved ones.
Suddenly a light illumed the rubble from within. It was an eerie yet
comforting light, the entire crowd hushed and watched. Slowly – then
faster people began to walk up and out of the rubble. Unscathed,
unharmed, restored. Each person held a grin so huge – and rushed into
the crowd and into the arms of their families. Such reunions took place.
Then I saw the Angels come up with several cages. It
looked like bird cages only they were human size. Within these cages
were the ones responsible for the tragedy. The Angels said – “These
will not go unpunished.” And away they went.
I stood there after the vision left me – feeling the power of
God surging through my body. I felt like God wanted me to share the
vision. As to what it means – I leave that up to each person to
prayerfully ask God and let the Holy Spirit guide us all to understanding.