I contracted meningococcal meningitis, When I was brought to the emergency room, I had such minimal brain function that I was not expected to live. Strictly by the grace of God, I survived, but I do have a few lingering effects make writing hard. These factors do make writing more difficult, but God spared my life for a reason. I used to be bitter about the bad start life had given me. I worked hard and built my world around my business and making a comfortable life. When I was in a coma with bacterial meningitis, I had an encounter with God. He talked to me about my life, and after returning me to consciousness, He helped me recover from the disease and the amnesia that wiped away 30 years from my memory. I know the love of a true father now, and He sent me back with a purpose. Douglas Knake had a driven passion for custom home building and prides himself on being an accomplished interior finish carpenter. He can honestly say that for years he had a love for designing and building homes. God has changed his passion and purpose in life, to sharing a story that only God can write. The story he tells reveals the struggle and hardships one encounters when God is not first in your life. Seeking what God has for you will change your direction and put you on a predestine path. His heart's desire is telling his story to people that are hurting and broken. His favorite scriptures in the Bible are Romans 8:28-31
My life has been touched by God's mercy and His love. I am a survivor of meningococcal meningitis. When I arrived at the hospital, I was unconsciousness, none responsive and septic. Very little data on people who survive Meningitis in this condition. God sent me back with a purpose and a mission to share my story with others. Having a Near Death Experience changed how I see things today. It was not an easy journey for me to confront the implication of telling someone about my Near-Death Experience. Hope you read the book. My story is about what God did for me, but it also has another story. It shows how my wife had the fortitude and a courageous spirt to stand by me not knowing the outcome. So many people would cut and run in a situation like this. Diane is the most amazing lady I have ever met. I'm sure if you spent some time with her, you would find this out. After twenty-five years of marriage, she still looks forward to seeing me at the end of the day. I can honestly say writing a book was never on my bucket list. I have shared my story more time tha