Minister Mattie Shaw should have been dead many times over. Mattie was shot five times, had her heart pierced by an umbrella, and suffered multiple strokes, Instead, Mattie, a paraplegic, inspired everyone around her including her husband, John White. They Thought She Was Dead: The Modern Day Job is John’s firsthand, heartwarming account of the precious time he was able to spend with Minister Mattie Shaw. John says, This book is a true story about one of God’s most precious children who walked the earth. It is about someone that promised Him and never gave up on life. Mattie went through so much; it is hard to believe some of the things she went through, yet she still held on to her positive outlook and kept her feisty nature. Mattie left an impression on everyone she met. Read this story to hear about an incredible modern day Job, and be a part of what she went through. Enjoy.