"If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him. But let him ask in faith, with no doubting, for the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea that is driven and tossed by the wind." James 1:5-6
It's so easy to doubt. Kind of like frowning. I've heard that it takes more muscles to frown than it does to smile. Even though I'm a generally smiley person, I've been known to frown. Just because it takes more effort, doesn't mean I don't do it. Which is silly. That's what doubting is, it's like frowning when it's easier to smile. It's choosing to not have faith when God has opened the door and made it obvious that He's prepared a way, and gone before so many times already. Still... I frown, and doubt, and whine. I'm so glad that God is patient and always forgiving.
On Friday I called the ear, nose and throat office that was offered as a second option when I was originally given my diagnosis. I will see them this Tuesday, January 28th. I kept my appointment on February 5th with the general surgeon in case I am uncomfortable with the ENT for some reason. It's always good to have options, and to get as much of the picture as possible. I am so grateful that even though the options in our small community are limited, they are good options. God has placed talented, knowledgeable doctors here. I'm glad to know many of them, and to know so many people that know so many of them.
Nate and I have been so covered in prayer and provision in the last 10 days! At church this morning, every one of our friends and church staff that we saw either stopped to talk to us or to at least say "we are praying for you." We had the opportunity to pray with our pastor after the service. He is going through a similar trial, and we are so blessed to be surrounded by people that we love that love us back!
1. That we would glorify God in this trial and be able to encourage those around us.
2. Communication between Nate & me. There will be a lot of decisions made in the coming days and weeks, and we need to be on the same page. Please pray that we communicate effectively and without (too much) frustration.
3. Wisdom in our decisions. We will need to decide who will perform my surgery, when and where.
4. Rest for all of us. My mom as she worries about me (her baby), Nate as he worries about me (his wife), and me so that I don't get sick before surgery, and that I don't worry about Nate, Sam, my mom or anyone else that is worried about me! Peace of mind and clarity during this time is such a blessing.
Thank you so much for your continued prayers!
Love,
Beth, Nate & Sam
On Friday I called the ear, nose and throat office that was offered as a second option when I was originally given my diagnosis. I will see them this Tuesday, January 28th. I kept my appointment on February 5th with the general surgeon in case I am uncomfortable with the ENT for some reason. It's always good to have options, and to get as much of the picture as possible. I am so grateful that even though the options in our small community are limited, they are good options. God has placed talented, knowledgeable doctors here. I'm glad to know many of them, and to know so many people that know so many of them.
Nate and I have been so covered in prayer and provision in the last 10 days! At church this morning, every one of our friends and church staff that we saw either stopped to talk to us or to at least say "we are praying for you." We had the opportunity to pray with our pastor after the service. He is going through a similar trial, and we are so blessed to be surrounded by people that we love that love us back!
Current prayer requests:
1. That we would glorify God in this trial and be able to encourage those around us.
2. Communication between Nate & me. There will be a lot of decisions made in the coming days and weeks, and we need to be on the same page. Please pray that we communicate effectively and without (too much) frustration.
3. Wisdom in our decisions. We will need to decide who will perform my surgery, when and where.
4. Rest for all of us. My mom as she worries about me (her baby), Nate as he worries about me (his wife), and me so that I don't get sick before surgery, and that I don't worry about Nate, Sam, my mom or anyone else that is worried about me! Peace of mind and clarity during this time is such a blessing.
Thank you so much for your continued prayers!
Love,
Beth, Nate & Sam
xoxo to all of you
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