Torn - wondering how some of you have dealt with this

Hi! I'm new to this forum. Glad to have found some like-minded people! Praise God! I am in the first stages of attempting to have my surgery approved. My issue is dealing with my feelings about changing the way my body works. I guess I'm torn with wondering if this might be an insult to God - to "re-do the plumbing" in this temple He has given me. I'm praying about this but haven't really been given a peace yet. I'd appreciate input and prayers on this. I truly don't want to offend... it's just where I am right now. Hope this is not inappropriate. Hugz, Gina

Gina, Why would our Marvelous Father give a surgeon the skills to do this surgery to save lives if it were offensive to him? I see this surgery as truly a Gift from God. It is a Miracle. Would you see someone having heart surgery the same way or how about a person with a back fusion or someone who had a limb reattached? God is Glorious. The true question is can you be compliant after the surgery to allow this tool to work the wonders for you that are the God's Gifts to us?

Gina, I wondered the same thing... I do have to agree with Ro.. I came to that conclusion as well. I also thought of it this way... I spent years ruining the temple that he gave me. It's almost impossible to put it back the way it's supposed to be. But I can try my best. God made doctors... He is the Ultimate Physician. I asked myself this question... What would i have to say if I got to heaven and God asked me why I DIDN'T have the surgery. And all I would have to say is... "Well, I didn't want to change my insides and have it be different than you made them to be, it's how you made me." And I just pictured Him saying back to me... " I made you morbidly obese? No... you did. You had the oppurtunity to help make your life better and longer and to bring glory to My name by being an example of faith to your family and friends." I know exactly where your at... and I just encourage you to seek Him and He will guide you... it's all about your heart and motivation. I don't think God really cares if I'm going to have the surgery or not... it's all about how I will seek him and do what he wants me to do, surgery or not. Angela

We do need to glorify God in ALL that we do!! God has allowed me to use this tool as a witness for Him and He will do the same for you. My prayer to God was that if it was His will, let it be done and once it was done, let me be a testimony to others. You never know who's life you will save by being an example for others. God bless, Gayzelle

Thanks for the responses, ladies. I'm spending time in prayer and your answers have really helped me. My PCP appointment is on the 23rd. I'm praying God will close the door if He doesn't want this for me. In Him, Gina

Almost a year ago, I had the same questions you had. My husband and I have a ministry together. I had gained weight until I was almost 400 lbs. I had got to the point I could not go to church half the time. I play the piano and could hardly hold out to make it thru the service. I was referred for the surgery by my doctor. My pastor told me to seek God for 3 days. I did and God gave me peace and let me know He would be with me in the operating room. I had my surgery 8 weeks ago and I've already lost 56 lbs. I am going for the Lord stronger than I ever have. Kathy Lynch

I've thought the same thoughts you do at one time. However then I think about how I treat this temple God created. I don't treat my body as a sacred and living sacrifice to God like I should. This surgery, guided by God, would be a tool in helping me to be healthy and live a life for God. Our time here on earth is short, and we are to be living for Him while we are here. I want to make the most of it that I can, and this surgery will help me do that. At least, I am hoping that is God's will for me. God won't let anything happen to me that is not His will. I trust Him in everything!! God Bless! Trisha in Arizona