Through it all....It is Well

First of all I just have to say we had a wonderful Anniversary.  We were able to get a sitter for a good part of the day, so we had plenty of time to run some "fun" errands, go to an afternoon movie, swing by the new house, and eat a delicious dinner.

Today, I had an appointment with my orthopedic doctor to discuss surgery.  Andy was able to go with me, which was very helpful.  I don't feel like I'm the best when it comes to retaining information by listening and not writing things down.  That's why I usually have a notepad at church, and even when I was at the gym and was listening to a sermon, I would write notes in my phone.  For me it is often true...in one ear and out the other.  : )

So after discussing my MRI results and my options my doctor finally said that if I was his sister he would highly recommend that I have this surgery so that I can live an active lifestyle.  Without it, my knee would not heal, and I would always have to monitor the amount of physical activity I participate in, including how active I am with the kids.

So the nurse came in to schedule the surgery and we decided the sooner the better, since this is Andy's slower season with work and he can be home to help.  It turns out that we were able to schedule it for the week of Thanksgiving, which works out wonderfully because my parents will be able to come and care for the kids.

A quick side note: They asked me to complete a survey and I laughed out loud when this question came up.  Do they have a camera in my home?  ;)  I figured it was probably in relation to my knee injury and not my lack of patience with the kids.

Before my doctor's nurse came in to schedule to surgery, I told him not to be surprised if during the surgery he can't find the tear because I've been praying for it to heal.  I just don't want him to be confused. ;)  I would appreciate anyone reading this to pray that with me! :)

It's so amazing how God works.  This week many of my bible readings have directly been related to what I'm going through.  Even tonight as I finish preparing for bible study it talks about how nothing happens in life that has not been first filtered through the hands of God.  I firmly believe that this injury, and surgery, and distance from running and the gym is all a part of God's plan for my life. I want to keep my eyes open to see the direction I am now headed.  Honestly all I know to do is to take one step, not even knowing where the next one will land.  I believe that is all the Lord really asks of me.  To be willing to follow Him a little at a time.  I don't need to see the big picture to know that He carries me and directs my path.

This week I also was reading in 1 Timothy and came across this verse, which I don't think I've ever paid much attention to.

For bodily exercise profiteth little

but godliness is profitable unto all things, having promise of the life that now is, and of that which is to come.

1 Timothy 4:8

Now, I can't wait to heal and get back to the gym, :) and I'm not trying to say exercising is not something healthy to participate in. :)  But, this was eye openning for me.  It's all about making sure I have my priorities right.  When Andy was traveling so much I had a hard time not being able to go to the gym since he wasn't here, but I didn't have a hard time sleeping a little longer.  :)  Do I desire the Word as much as my exercise?  If so, I can continue to rise early and spend that time with the Lord, even when Andy's not here.  

I love how Courson's Commentary related this to exercise.  He said that it's good to jog, and do deep knee bends, presses and curls.  But he wishes people would put the same emphasis on jogging their memory of Scripture, bending their knees in prayer, pressing on in the faith, and curling up with a good Book-The Word of God.

I pray that as I recover and return to my physical activities that I will remember that what is most important is to have an eternal perspective.  I Corinthians 9:24-27 talks about running and it reminds me that our earthly prizes are temperate, but there is an imperishable crown.  That's the one I want!  It's hard for me to realize that what I see and touch and desire here is temporary.  Even my knee healing is temporary.  I have already had the ultimate healing in Christ.  He healed my sinful heart, and made me whole in Him.  Praise the Lord!

I posted this song before, but now it has even deeper meaning for me.  Enjoy!