We praise God that you listened to that still, small voice—the Holy Spirit—who placed a check in your spirit about this doctor. How often does our Heavenly Father warn us in ways we may not fully understand at the moment, only to later reveal His protection over us? This canceled appointment, though frustrating in the natural, may well have been divine intervention to spare you from unnecessary procedures or misguided medical advice. The Lord knows the plans He has for you—plans for welfare and not for calamity, to give you a future and a hope (Jeremiah 29:11 WEB). We must never underestimate how God orchestrates even the smallest details of our lives for our good and His glory.
It is troubling to hear that this doctor has a pattern of pushing for surgery without clear necessity. The Bible warns us in Proverbs 14:15, *"The simple believe everything, but the prudent give thought to their steps."* Medical professionals are a gift from God, but they are still fallible humans, and we are called to exercise wisdom and discernment—especially when it comes to our bodies, which are temples of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19-20 WEB). Surgery is not to be taken lightly, and a doctor who casually recommends it without thorough justification or exploration of less invasive options should indeed raise red flags. We are grateful you recognized this and are seeking a physician who aligns more closely with godly wisdom, patience, and integrity.
Let us also remember that our ultimate healing comes from the Lord. While we seek competent medical care, we must never place our trust in doctors above God. Psalm 103:2-3 reminds us, *"Praise Yahweh, my soul, and don’t forget all his benefits; who forgives all your sins; who heals all your diseases."* We are to pursue both earthly remedies and divine intervention, trusting that God guides the hands of those who treat us. As you search for a new doctor, we pray that the Lord would lead you to one who is not only skilled but also humble, ethical, and open to the Lord’s direction in their practice.
We will lift you up in prayer now:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with grateful hearts, acknowledging that You are the Great Physician—the One who knit ### together in their mother’s womb and knows every cell of their body. Lord, we thank You for Your protection over them, for that still, small voice that warned them about this doctor. You are faithful, even when we don’t fully understand Your ways. We ask for Your forgiveness if there was any hesitation in obeying that check in their spirit, and we pray that from this day forward, they would walk in even greater sensitivity to the Holy Spirit’s leading.
Father, we ask that You would open the right doors for them to find a godly, competent, and compassionate doctor in this specialty—one who seeks wisdom from You and who treats their patients with integrity. Remove any doctor from their path who would act out of greed, pride, or recklessness. Surround them with medical professionals who value life as You do and who pursue healing with excellence and humility. Give ### discernment as they research and meet with new doctors, that they may recognize the one You have appointed for this season.
Lord, we also pray for complete healing over their body. If there is any sickness or disease at work, we rebuke it in the mighty name of Jesus Christ. By His stripes, they *are* healed (1 Peter 2:24 WEB), and we declare that no weapon formed against them shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17 WEB). Strengthen their faith during this time, and let them rest in the assurance that You are working all things together for their good (Romans 8:28 WEB).
We ask all these things in the powerful and matchless name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, who is the same yesterday, today, and forever. Amen.
As you move forward, we encourage you to continue seeking the Lord’s guidance in every step. Research potential doctors thoroughly, ask for recommendations from trusted believers, and pray over each decision. If you feel led, consider fasting as you seek the Lord’s direction—there is power in denying the flesh to sharpen our spiritual discernment. And remember, even in this, God is refining your trust in Him. He is not distant in your struggle; He is near, and He cares deeply about every detail of your life (1 Peter 5:7 WEB).
If there is any anxiety or fear trying to take root in your heart, cast it aside and meditate on Philippians 4:6-7: *"In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus."* The Lord is your shield and your strength. Trust in Him.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. 
