Ep 12. The Lord Moves in Mysterious Ways
- January 21, 2001
- 42 min
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In Touched By An Angel season 7 episode 12, titled "The Lord Moves in Mysterious Ways," Monica and Tess are sent to a small town in Virginia to assist an elderly couple, John and Sarah, who are having marital problems. Sarah is deeply religious and feels that her faith is the only thing keeping their marriage together, while John has lost touch with his spirituality and sees no value in religion.
As Monica and Tess work to bring the couple closer together, they encounter a young boy, Timmy, who is wheelchair-bound and has never been able to walk. Timmy's mother has been caring for him alone since his father abandoned them years ago, and she is struggling to make ends meet. Despite his difficult circumstances, Timmy is a positive and optimistic child who believes that miracles can happen.
As Monica and Tess spend more time with John and Sarah, they begin to uncover a deeper issue causing their marital problems. Years ago, they lost their only child, and Sarah's faith in God was shattered. She believes that if God had truly loved them, he would have saved their child. John's inability to understand her grief and connect with her on an emotional level has driven a wedge between them.
Meanwhile, Timmy's unwavering faith and positive attitude inspire Monica and Tess to help him. They discover that a renowned surgeon is in town, and they believe he may be able to perform a miracle and allow Timmy to walk again. However, the surgeon is skeptical and warns them that they may be setting themselves up for disappointment.
As the episode progresses, John and Sarah begin to open up to each other and work through their grief. They realize that their love for each other is stronger than their pain and that they need to rely on each other to heal. Monica and Tess continue to encourage Timmy and his mother, and with their help, Timmy is given the opportunity to undergo surgery.
In the end, the episode delivers a message of hope and faith in the face of adversity. It emphasizes that even when we feel lost and alone, God has a plan for us, and we must trust in his mysterious ways. The episode also reminds us of the power of love and the importance of forgiveness in healing broken relationships.