Miracles Every Day: The Story of One Physician's Inspiring Faith and the Healing Power of Prayer [Hardcover]

Maura Poston Zagrans (Author)

Editorial Reviews

Review

“Miracles Every Day is an astonishing book not just because the story of a man's ability to heal is real, but because you can sense the truth of this man's power and grace on every page. This book renews your faith in prayer, healing, and the Divine.”
– Caroline Myss, author of Defy Gravity and Anatomy of the Spirit
 
“We read a lot about spiritual and miraculous healing in the Gospels and very little about it in the modern world. We all have a need for healing. This book will help you work out what healing you need.”
– Matthew Kelly, New York Times bestselling author of Rediscovering Catholicism and The Rhythm of Life
 
 “I could not help but be deeply impressed by the awesome healings in Miracles Every Day and the love of God and neighbor that runs through all of Dr. Nemeh’s work. I hope people of all backgrounds, and especially people in the medical field, will read this book. It can enrich our lives and open our minds to the awesome goodness and healing love that has touched so many lives.”
– Fr.  Joseph F. Girzone
 
“This book will give many, many people the one thing that makes miracles happen but is in dangerously short supply today ... hope.”
– Therese Borchard, author of Beyond Blue

Product Description

God's Spirit is everywhere.

Miracles Every Day is the story of Dr. Issam Nemeh, a Cleveland-based physician and devout Catholic who has prayed over tens of thousands of people from all faiths and all walks of life in the past two decades. The result? Miracles. Injuries healed, cancers cured, sight and hearing restored. Yet, as Dr. Nemeh will be the first to point out, “the miracles are just to get our attention.” The healings do not originate from him, but from God. It is this humility and dedication to those in need that have won him the respect and trust of laypeople and religious leaders alike.
     This inspiring chronicle, beautifully told by author Maura Poston Zagrans, traces the lives of the doctor and his dedicated wife, Kathy, and brings us the uplifting stories of the many people who have been healed through one man's powerful faith. Miracles Every Day is a compelling reminder of God's individual and unconditional love for each one of us. Along the way you will meet the dedicated family members, volunteers, and clergy who support the Nemehs in their work. They speak of a ministry of hope, of lives changed and saved through not just the power of prayer, but through the awesome Spirit-driven power of love.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 256 pages
• Publisher: Doubleday Religion; 1st edition (June 15, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0385531818
• ISBN-13: 978-0385531818
• Product Dimensions: 7.6 x 5.1 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #10,735 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

  #44 in	Books > Biographies & Memoirs > Leaders & Notable People > Religious
  #16 in	Books > Biographies & Memoirs > Professionals & Academics > Medical

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Dr. Nemeh--the collective memory of healing, love and compassion, June 15, 2010

By	Patty K (Brier, WA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Miracles Every Day: The Story of One Physician's Inspiring Faith and the Healing Power of Prayer (Hardcover)

Dr. Issam Nemeh is the collective memory of healing, love and compassion in the world!

Maura Poston Zagrans tells his story, beautifully and faithfully recounting the many times she witnessed miracles. It's one humdinger of a true story happening right down the street, right in our lifetime. Dr. Nemeh and his wife, Kathy, have integrated religion and medicine into a single continuum, an electric strum of faith that resonates and runs through the story, gathering believers, healers and spirits together.

After reading her book, I am a better daughter. My father has recently-diagnosed Stage IV pancreatic cancer. He is trying every medical possibility but I now celebrate his exploration of alternative medicines and daily expressions of faith and prayer. This book helped me understand that miracles are sometimes extensions of inner strength, peace and diminished pain, not necessarily longer life here on earth.

After rereading her book, I am a better mother. Maura's explanation of neurotheology, the science of prayer, was exceptionally helpful to me. I practice empathy, love and compassion, especially with my children but I can now help my son see that he can train his brain to become less adept at feeling anger, anxiety and aggression through prayer and meditation. And a good dose of hope and humor.

Maura Poston Zagrans has delivered an exceptional book. I highly recommend space for it right at your bedside.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I couldn't read the book through the tears., June 21, 2010

By	Matthew M. Minarik (Cleveland, Ohio) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Miracles Every Day: The Story of One Physician's Inspiring Faith and the Healing Power of Prayer (Hardcover)

OK, so I was at page 143 and I wanted to hurry and finish the book, but I realized that I couldn't read the book anymore. No, it's not too intellectual, no it's not boring; it's because I can't see through my tears!

I fought through the tears, used a box of tissues and finished the book. The book is stunning! Excellent - Maura Poston Zagrans puts so many other writers to shame. The stories of the people's healings are so very, very moving.

I think if there were a second set of sub-titles, it would be 'tears every other page and prayers every chapter' For what I found was that I was crying all the time (I was reading the book on a plane to California and the passengers next to me must have thought me weird), and the book was SO MOVING that I found myself putting the book down about every 15 pages and praying (surrendering) to God.

The author did a great, great job of describing Dr. Nemeh, his deep soul and his refreshing approach to life, and she did it while removing herself.

Maura Poston Zagrans, thanks so much for writing this great book.

Whoever reads this wonderful story will be blessed, moved and most probably changed.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Miracles Everyday, June 20, 2010

By	Houston Reader - See all my reviews

This review is from: Miracles Every Day: The Story of One Physician's Inspiring Faith and the Healing Power of Prayer (Hardcover)

Miracles Everyday is a thoughtful and inspiring book about faith, science, and the power of the mind in manifesting healings of the human body in today's world. Dr. Isaam Nemeh, the gifted physician in this book, approaches his patients with the type of compassion and acceptance we all dream of. His extraordinary gift of healing as an extension of God's hand reminds us that God is present in each of our lives, and available to all. Dr. Nemeh's connectedness to the love and faith of those in need brings about miracles every day.

Author Maura Poston Zagrans writes of Dr. Nemeh's ministry with intelligence and sensitivity, allowing the readers to experience, along with her, the incredible miracles she witnessed in the course of her time with Dr. Nemeh. This is a book of hope, for Dr Nemeh's work reminds us of the value of each human being, and the power of the Christ within.