Member letters: Spiritual growth, being blessed, provision

This ministry is so calming
What a blessing Samaritan Ministries is. I try to leave my cares and worries with God, but sometimes I pick them back up! Being part of this ministry is so calming. Knowing that brothers and sisters in Christ are praying for me and have my back financially allows me to keep my focus and remain joyful daily. I have shared with many others about Samaritan and some have joined. Thank you!
Charles, Oregon

Following God's call
After our first daughter was born we sensed God leading us to explore becoming a one-income family so I could be a stay-at-home mom. Health insurance was the major roadblock because we could not afford either the employer-sponsored plan through my husband’s job or the ACA exchange plans. Having the option of Samaritan made it possible for us to follow God’s call. We are now expecting our third child and being able to pour Biblical truth into our children’s hearts and minds has been a huge blessing. The spiritual growth our family has experienced has been worth far more than a second income ever would be. We’re thankful for Samaritan staff being faithful and obedient to God’s call to this ministry. The fruit of it goes way beyond health care. It is impacting lives for eternity and advancing the kingdom of God.
Leah, Georgia

'God has taken care of it all'
My husband and I have been members for 8 years but this was our first big need. After I had a stroke, I wasn’t certain how everything would come together. It was all in God’s hands. We have never seen such large medical bills in our lives, and we are speechless that God has taken care of it all through so many faithful believers in Christ. We are so overwhelmed and blessed to be part of such a godly ministry. A big thanks to all the members and the administrative staff!
Dwane and Tamara, Illinois

'Amazed at the discounts'
We are very grateful to see God’s provision through Samaritan Ministries. The notes we received are very encouraging, and God’s timing in working out the billing issues with providers is praiseworthy. We are always amazed at the significant discounts we receive from providers when we simply ask about paying cash, and we’re thankful Samaritan is encouraging members to be proactive in pursuing fair prices. We’re thankful for the healing Joyce has experienced, and, while we have more health care trials and decisions to face, we are confident in God as He continues to bless us and lead us.
Michael and Joyce, Florida

Living out God's plan for the Christian life
Receiving notes and shares for our son’s medical bills has been a refreshing blessing during a difficult time in our family. The Bible verses and expressions of prayer extend in faith beyond what we’ve been able to pray ourselves. God uses His whole family to minister to those in need. Sharing needs also helps us think more carefully about living according to God’s will in every way, so as to not burden our brothers and sisters with unnecessary expenses. We are always so proud to be a part of Samaritan. It is wonderful to live out God’s plan for the Christian life, not just read about it or talk about how it should be. We’re really doing it through Samaritan Ministries and it encourages others to do it, too.
Kristi, Washington

'A godly option for our health care'
Thank you, thank you, Samaritan Ministries for providing a godly option for our health care. We are so grateful our hard-earned money is going to other members in need. Our main reason for joining Samaritan was to take a stand against the funding of abortion. Also, we know there will be times we need help in our health care when situations go beyond our best efforts to do the right things for our health and take care of ourselves. We are amazed to find that just being persistent in our requests for discounts with labs, hospitals, and doctors results in the bill being reduced to a half or third of the original price. We believe this points to why health care is such a contentious issue in our country. Thank you again. It has been a blessing to be part of Samaritan Ministries.
Ben and Genevieve, Idaho

'God's people coming together'
I recently went to the bank to deposit some Share checks from members all across the country. The teller remarked, “You know all these people?” Not only was it was an excellent opportunity to talk about Samaritan Ministries, but also what binds our hearts together—that is our faith in Jesus Christ. What a blessing it was to share about Christ and the Body of Christ and to be able to testify that the concept of sharing one another’s burdens really does work. The blessing of bills being paid is well and good, but the greater blessing is experiencing God’s people coming together, praying, encouraging, and sacrificing for one another.
Joyce, Texas