Please Pray With Me.

Hello Friends, I don't know if any of you remember me? I guess I'm still what you guys call a "newbie". I originally posted a message back about a month or two ago introducing myself but, I did not continue participating in our forum. In my post, I had mentioned feeling as if I was taking my weight loss issue into my own hands, instead of relying more on God. I was feeling guilty for seeking medical assistance and for not being stronger at loosing weight. So many of you were so kind and caring in responding to my post to share your thoughts and opinions. Well here is the latest in my life, my initial consult appointment has finally arrived. I'm scheduled to meet with my surgeon tomorrow to see if I can proceed forward in having the lap-band procedure. Many of you had advised me to place it in God's hands and that things would fall into place if it was God's will for me. I can honestly say, I am at peace for seeking help. I no longer feel guilty or weak. I'm fully accepting of God's will. I know that if after meeting with my surgeon and I'm rejected as a candidate, God will strengthen me and show me another road!! I fully realize that tomorrow's appointment is only the beginning and it's just a baby step into a long journey but, God is awesome! So guys, I ask that you pray with me as tomorrow's appointment approaches!!! Thank you all for your time in reading my post. Brenda

Bless your heart, Brenda. You are taking steps of faith and that blesses God. Just keep seeking Him & trusting Him. He promises that if we acknowledge Him in all our ways, He WILL lead us and guide us. Hallelujah! Keep posting! Love, Cindy

Hi Cindy, Thank you so very much for writing. It's so nice hear from you, if I remember correctly you were one of the first people that responded to my last post. You are such an encouraging person! God bless you and thank you. I noticed your new picture, you look great! I'll let you know how it went. Luv, Brenda

I'll pray with you, Brenda. A lot of us have had the same feeling as you were experiencing. I'm personally glad to see that you turn this issue over to God. Even weight loss can be part of His plan. I know it gave me some pretty good testimony for others. If the surgery happens, give Him all the glory. Losing a great deal of weight will send you out into the world to places you thought you'd never see. Physically and mentally. Praise Him as you go. peace, Glenn

Glenn, Thank you-thank you. To be honest with you, I'm pritty excited. No matter how my first meeting turns out, I give ALL THE GLORY TO OUR AWESOME GOD!! Brenda

that a girl. And welcome back. Ephesians 3:20 (NLT) Now glory be to God! By his mighty power at work within us, he is able to accomplish infinitely more than we would ever dare to ask or hope. you're loved, Glenn