Seeking His will

Hi, I have been reading posts on the main message board and saw a reference to this forum. I'm so glad I found it. I too have spent a lot of time in prayer wanting to be sure that this surgery is in God's will and not just my will. I know that people in the Bible had infirmities and they were sometimes used to test their faith. I also participated in the Weigh Down Workshop a few years ago. I only lost about 30 pounds, and then gained it back when I stopped going. As much as I try to turn everything over to the Lord, I seem to have limited control over my eating. I truly feel that this is a last resort for me. My surgery is scheduled for 9/23 and everything has gone very smoothly. I've spent 2 years making this decision and continuing to try to lose on my own. I'm feeling at peace with my decision and reading the posts here has increased my confidence that this surgery is in God's will for me. Thank you all and please keep me in your prayers. Pam

Hi Pam, Welcome! We have two things in common.. our name and our surgery date!! That is too funny! I too, was in constant prayer for God's will for my surgery. I didn't want it to be about ME~! I was going to get this surgery about 8 years ago and HE didn't feel like it was the right time... I was in prayer then also and God clearly slammed the door. I am glad I listened to him because that surgeon performed a horrible hernia operation on me that gave me MRSA bacteria for almost 2 years! He also lost his license to perform WLS 6 months after I left the state. Low and behold, I came to the state of NY and searched for a DR that could fix my botched hernia job... I know that God put Dr. Hill in my life because he did a great job at my hernia repair, but I also found out that he did WLS with a wonderfully low complication rate! I prayed and here I am. I thank God that he has given me this chance to use the surgery experience and my new found health to minister to people! Through HIM all things are possible!! Please keep in touch!! God Bless and I will be praying for you!! ~Pam

Hi Pam: Welcome to the board ... I hope you will continue to come back keep us updated on your progress. Georgeann

Georgeann, Thanks! I promise to update! I come here often, but am usually to lazy to post.. I do pray for the prayer requests though! Good luck on your journey also! I am so happy that we are here to support and lift each other up! God Bless!! ~Pam

Isn't it funny how God trys to communicate with us?? God is so awsome! I started my WLS journey about 2 months ago and have hit road blocks, but feel no determination to give up yet. My last "test" was determining whether or not I have sleep apnea. I had my test a week ago, however, I have to wait 2 weeks (9/1/04) for results. I'm beginning to think God is teaching me patience right now, because I am having to wait on many things. I truly believe that I am going to have surgery, but on His schedule, not mine. Proverbs 3:5-6, Romans 8:28 and Philippians 4:13 have come to mind several times these last two months for me and that's what I'm standing on!

Pam, welcome to this site. It's wonderful that the Lord has given you his PEACE during this time. I will definantly keep you in my prayers. In his name Geri

I found great assurance and comfort in 3 John verse 2. Blessings to you Pam...