This is Edi. In 2017, Edi left our community in LWV to move to Pontianak, where he planned to help his family and complete his education. Back then, he had already faced a health scare—a stomach ulcer—but it seemed resolved, and life moved on.

Fast forward to June of 2022, and we heard some concerning news: Edi had fallen ill. Initially, the updates were hopeful—it seemed like he was recovering. But by early July, the situation took a dire turn. Edi couldn’t keep food or water down, was in constant pain, and no one knew why. His family, unable to afford medical treatment, brought him back to his father’s village, preparing themselves for his death. Talking about funeral plans whilst Edi was still in the room.
This news shook us. We knew we had to help. Communication with Edi’s family was slow since their village had no phone signal. Time was running out, so we decided to act. We prepared for a 7-hour motorbike ride to reach Edi, with no real plan. We just doing something was better than doing nothing.
Although arranging Edi’s passport was surprisingly smooth, getting him to the nearby city where a car waited proved almost impossible. Vehicles couldn’t reach his village due to the rough terrain. Eventually, his family carried him by hand to a neighboring village. We met Edi there, when he saw us he burst of in tears. A glimmer of hope, when he had lost all. From there, a truck transported him to another village, where an ambulance finally took him to Sanggau. Throughout this journey, we saw God’s hand at work—kind strangers stepped in to help, immigration workers helping far out of working hours, and somehow, we managed to get Edi to Kuching.
Crossing the border without the proper documents and vaccinations seemed impossible, but once again, God provided. Compassionate officials helped us through without complications.
When Edi arrived at the hospital, it was heartbreaking. He was frail, malnourished, and clinging to life. His family had brought him to the village earlier because they couldn’t afford hospital bills. Their only option had been to wait. Now, for the first time in months, there was a glimmer of hope he may survive.
At the hospital, Edi underwent a series of tests, including a gastroscopy, which confirmed the doctors’ suspicions: he had a gastric outlet obstruction. This meant food couldn’t pass from his stomach to his intestines due to a blockage. Miraculously, a tiny pin-sized hole allowed just enough food to keep him alive. The doctors were amazed he had survived this long, they shared that if we had waited a few days longer and he would be no more.
The next few days were incredibly tough. The medical team pumped his stomach to remove food and stabilize his body for surgery. He was severely malnourished, and his levels were dangerously unstable. By God’s grace, Edi’s condition improved enough for surgery.
On July 20th, Edi underwent a successful bypass operation. The day after, he began consuming nutritional milk through a tube. Just two days later, he was able to eat and drink small amounts for the first time in nearly five months without throwing up. We had a celebration when he had his first bowel moment!
Edi’s recovery was nothing short of miraculous. Within three days, he was sitting up and having proper conversations. By the fourth day, he could stand and walk short distances. His first time standing up in over 4 months. His wound healed faster than expected, and the doctors and nurses were amazed by his progress.
After just over a week in the hospital, Edi was discharged, but his journey didn’t end there.
During his recovery, Edi spent his days reading Scripture, praying, and listening to testimonies of others who had experienced healing. Before he left the hospital, he shared how God had spoken to him through 1 Peter 2:24. He felt a renewed sense of purpose, acknowledging that his healing was a gift from God.
Edi admitted he had strayed from his faith but was determined to return to God and serve Him fully. His story is now a powerful testimony—a testament to God’s love, grace, and ability to work miracles.
Today, Edi is back in LWV, recovered well and sharing his story with friends, family, and anyone who will listen. His journey is a reminder of the power of faith, prayer, and community support.
Psalms 118:17: “I shall not die, but live, and declare the works of the Lord.”
Praise God for Edi’s life and the incredible testimony he now carries.