In Ahero, a busy agricultural town in Kisumu County, Kenya, Mercy Atieno stood out for her strong faith. She ran a small food kiosk near the bus stage. Every morning, she’d pray quietly before starting her day. On Sundays, you’d find her right up front at New Hope Ministries, soaking in the sermon. Life hadn’t been easy for her. Her marriage fell apart without much fuss. The kiosk wasn’t bringing in much money anymore. She felt empty inside, but she kept holding onto prayer, believing things would turn around.
The one person she really trusted was Pastor Daniel Ouma. He was sharp, always in a neat suit, and people respected him. When Mercy went to his office, pouring out her troubles, he’d pray over her. He’d say God was going to bring back her happiness soon. She took his words to heart. Mercy shared a home with her younger sister, Lydia. At 22, Lydia was studying in college and sang beautifully in the church choir. She seemed so pure and dedicated. Often, she’d stay out late for rehearsals or other church stuff. Mercy never worried—church felt like the safest place, and the pastor was a true man of God.
Then Mercy started feeling off. Weird dreams kept waking her. A heavy feeling sat on her chest. She cried for no clear reason. A friend suggested seeing someone else for spiritual help. That’s when she went to Dr Bokko, a known consultant in Manyatta, Kisumu. She told him all about her struggles. He listened, then said the issue was very close to home. Something was being covered up under the cover of prayer. He told her to brace herself – the truth was coming. Read more https://drbokko.com/?p=35563
