A minister who felt he had healing powers, advised his congregation that at the conclusion of the service that morning, those who had issues in their lives to discuss with him and seek help would be dealt with. When the service ended, he requested that those who sought help could line up along the center row of the church. A few people got into the line.
The first one in line was a 19 year old, who was called forward.
The minister asked, “How can I help you?”
“I’m concerned about my hearing,” said the teenager.
The minister placed his hands on the lad’s head and said a prayer. Then he put his hands over his ears, and said some more prayers.
After awhile, he stopped and said, “How’s your hearing now?”
The lad answered, “I don’t know, it’s not until next Wednesday.
