How God Has Recently Taken Care of Me
GraceAt my follow-up appointment, I learned there are two basic classifications of polyps: the standard polyp that doesn’t amount to anything, and the precancerous type. Obviously the precancerous polyps are more troublesome as they could potentially lead to cancer. The doctor said this one appeared to be non-precancerous, but he wanted to remove it anyway. I was scheduled for a full colonoscopy a couple of weeks later.
Once more I endured the procedure preparation on a Thursday, and on Friday morning I was back at the surgical center for the colonoscopy. The procedure went quickly and without difficulty once again.
Although my follow-up appointment was scheduled for the next Friday, my anxiety demanded I call in on Tuesday to check on any results. The doctor explained the polyp was benign with no sign of cancer, but it was the precancerous type. He said there was nothing to worry about, but I would have to start regular colonoscopies to keep a check on any further polyps.
At first, I was distressed by the news that, although the polyp was benign, it was the precancerous type. My head raced through all the worst-case scenarios one could possibly imagine. I worried more was wrong, and I dreaded the thought of having to endure multiple colonoscopies by the time I should normally have had my first.
Suddenly, God spoke to my heart with a warm peace. A light blazed to life illuminating the darkness of my thoughts. I began to see His hand in every aspect of the events of the passed couple of weeks. He led me to seek immediate medical attention, He provided the quick attention I received, and He guided the doctor’s hand to look further than normal – every little step seemed perfectly scripted.
I know many prayers went up for me, and not just a few of my own. I’m thankful for every one, and I’m thankful the Lord answered them in His loving kindness. I am more aware now of the ways the Lord provides for me even when I’m not looking or not expecting it. What a loving God we serve.
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I loved this story because I, too, have felt God ‘scripting’ my life along. He knows what we need before we realize what we need ... and He is ever faithful. Thank you for sharing! This is terrific and I’m glad you had a clean bill of health!