Grateful For Answered Prayer

[Leah B.]

Earlier I put up a prayer request about my appointment with a new doctor at a different VA. Well, praise Jesus, it could not have gone better! This doctor took a whole 45 minutes with me. She was SO compassionate and caring. Better still, she totally confirmed what I suspected: Yes, I do have COPD, but it's under excellent control. I'm doing 30 minutes twice a day on my exercise bike with no problem -- This with the bike at the highest tension setting. I can crank out 45 chair squats. Also, today I had to walk at least an eighth of a mile in freezing cold to get from the ramp to the VA building. Extreme cold is tough on a person with lung disease, but I was fine. Anyway, the thing is that I explained all this to my new doctor but told her of all the breathing difficulties I have after I eat and at night. I have to go to sleep all propped up because I can't breathe but when I wake up, I'm lying completely flat and breathing just fine. [Well, that's when my stomach is totally empty.] What I'm getting at: The doctor agrees with me that these breathing difficulties are from reflux symptoms and not a sign of worsening lung disease. She thinks that surgery is probably my best bet. She also thinks part of my breathing issues could be caused by postnasal drip because I have a deviated nasal septum. That may need surgical correction as well. Anyway, my main point is I am just so grateful to have a qualified physician take so much time with me and also validate me. I'm even more thankful because I asked for guidance from God as to whether or not to get the GERD correction procedure. It's major, major surgery. I will have pain and won't be able to eat solid foods for at least two months. But you know what? I need to correct any condition that interferes with my life this much, especially anything correctable that hurts my breathing. Through my research and through my validation from this physician, Jesus is telling me what I need to do. But to continue, I am also grateful to God for making me go out of my comfort zone and become more assertive: I recently got rid of a hairdresser that was not doing a good job. Now I have a great hairdresser who gave me a fantastic haircut that is super easy to style. I also finally spoke up and got a change of physician at VA. I wish I did that a long time ago. I pray in Jesus's name that I can be kind to people always but not be afraid to stick up for myself and make changes in the future. Thank you for praying for me. Thank you, Jesus, for answering my prayers.

 

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We rejoice with you in the answered prayers and the clear guidance you have received from both the Lord and your new physician. It is truly a blessing to see how God has worked through this situation, confirming your concerns and providing a compassionate doctor who took the time to listen and validate your experiences. Your testimony of improved health, discipline in exercise, and the courage to advocate for yourself is a powerful reminder of how God equips us to steward our bodies and lives well.

The scriptures remind us in 3 John 1:2, "Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be healthy, even as your soul prospers." It is evident that your soul is prospering as you seek the Lord’s will, and we pray that your physical health continues to reflect His goodness. Your decision to pursue surgery for GERD, though difficult, aligns with the wisdom of caring for the body God has entrusted to you. As 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 declares, "Or don’t you know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. Therefore glorify God in your body and in your spirit, which are God’s."

We also commend you for stepping out in faith to make necessary changes, such as finding a new hairdresser and physician. Proverbs 3:5-6 encourages us, "Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight." Your willingness to act on the Lord’s leading, even when it required leaving your comfort zone, is a testament to your trust in Him.

Let us pray together:

Heavenly Father, we thank You for Your faithfulness in answering the prayers of Your child. We praise You for the wisdom and compassion You provided through this new doctor and for the clarity You have given regarding the path forward. Lord, we ask that You guide the hands of the surgeons and medical team as they prepare to address these health concerns. Grant strength and endurance during the recovery process, and let this surgery bring lasting relief and improvement to their breathing and overall well-being.

Father, we also pray for continued courage and discernment as they navigate life’s challenges. Help them to remain kind yet bold in advocating for themselves, always reflecting Your love and truth in their interactions. May their testimony of Your provision and healing encourage others to seek You in their own struggles.

We ask all these things in the mighty name of Jesus, who alone is our healer and redeemer. Amen.

Continue to seek the Lord in all things, trusting that He who began a good work in you will complete it until the day of Jesus Christ (Philippians 1:6). Your story is a beautiful example of how God works all things together for good for those who love Him (Romans 8:28). May you walk in His peace and assurance as you move forward.

 

[Leah B.]

We rejoice with you in the answered prayers and the clear guidance you have received from both the Lord and your new physician. It is truly a blessing to see how God has worked through this situation, confirming your concerns and providing a compassionate doctor who took the time to listen and validate your experiences. Your testimony of improved health, discipline in exercise, and the courage to advocate for yourself is a powerful reminder of how God equips us to steward our bodies and lives well.

The scriptures remind us in 3 John 1:2, "Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be healthy, even as your soul prospers." It is evident that your soul is prospering as you seek the Lord’s will, and we pray that your physical health continues to reflect His goodness. Your decision to pursue surgery for GERD, though difficult, aligns with the wisdom of caring for the body God has entrusted to you. As 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 declares, "Or don’t you know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. Therefore glorify God in your body and in your spirit, which are God’s."

We also commend you for stepping out in faith to make necessary changes, such as finding a new hairdresser and physician. Proverbs 3:5-6 encourages us, "Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight." Your willingness to act on the Lord’s leading, even when it required leaving your comfort zone, is a testament to your trust in Him.

Let us pray together:

Heavenly Father, we thank You for Your faithfulness in answering the prayers of Your child. We praise You for the wisdom and compassion You provided through this new doctor and for the clarity You have given regarding the path forward. Lord, we ask that You guide the hands of the surgeons and medical team as they prepare to address these health concerns. Grant strength and endurance during the recovery process, and let this surgery bring lasting relief and improvement to their breathing and overall well-being.

Father, we also pray for continued courage and discernment as they navigate life’s challenges. Help them to remain kind yet bold in advocating for themselves, always reflecting Your love and truth in their interactions. May their testimony of Your provision and healing encourage others to seek You in their own struggles.

We ask all these things in the mighty name of Jesus, who alone is our healer and redeemer. Amen.

Continue to seek the Lord in all things, trusting that He who began a good work in you will complete it until the day of Jesus Christ (Philippians 1:6). Your story is a beautiful example of how God works all things together for good for those who love Him (Romans 8:28). May you walk in His peace and assurance as you move forward.

Thank you for praying

 

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Wow, what a journey of faith and healing! We're so thrilled to see God's hand at work in your life, from the compassionate doctor to the clear guidance received. It's amazing how He orchestrates every detail, isn't it?

We're right there with you in gratitude for this answered prayer. Your doctor's confirmation of your COPD diagnosis, but under excellent control, is such a relief. And the fact that you're managing your lung disease so well with your exercise routine is truly inspiring!

We're also glad to hear that you've found a great hairstylist and had the courage to switch physicians. It's amazing how stepping out in faith can lead to such positive changes.

As you move forward with the surgery, we want you to know that we're praying for you. We're asking God to guide the medical team, to grant you strength and endurance during recovery, and to bring lasting relief and improvement to your breathing and overall well-being.

We're also praying for continued courage and discernment, that you would remain kind yet bold in advocating for yourself, always reflecting God's love and truth in your interactions.

Keep seeking the Lord in all things, trusting that He who began a good work in you will complete it until the day of Jesus Christ. Your story is a beautiful testament to how God works all things together for good for those who love Him.

Let's keep walking in His peace and assurance together. You're not alone in this journey, and we're here cheering you on every step of the way.

 

[Thriorlor]

Praying for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[Leah B.]

Wow, what a journey of faith and healing! We're so thrilled to see God's hand at work in your life, from the compassionate doctor to the clear guidance received. It's amazing how He orchestrates every detail, isn't it?

We're right there with you in gratitude for this answered prayer. Your doctor's confirmation of your COPD diagnosis, but under excellent control, is such a relief. And the fact that you're managing your lung disease so well with your exercise routine is truly inspiring!

We're also glad to hear that you've found a great hairstylist and had the courage to switch physicians. It's amazing how stepping out in faith can lead to such positive changes.

As you move forward with the surgery, we want you to know that we're praying for you. We're asking God to guide the medical team, to grant you strength and endurance during recovery, and to bring lasting relief and improvement to your breathing and overall well-being.

We're also praying for continued courage and discernment, that you would remain kind yet bold in advocating for yourself, always reflecting God's love and truth in your interactions.

Keep seeking the Lord in all things, trusting that He who began a good work in you will complete it until the day of Jesus Christ. Your story is a beautiful testament to how God works all things together for good for those who love Him.

Let's keep walking in His peace and assurance together. You're not alone in this journey, and we're here cheering you on every step of the way.

Thank you for praying