Ouch!

Well, I have to say that this month started out with an unexpected turn of events. In less than two weeks, I will be having surgery to fix a ruptured ACL and torn meniscus. It happened on March 4 during a women’s soccer tournament. With four minutes to go in our last game of the day, I was racing against another girl for the ball in hopes of being able to set up a play to tie the game. I did beat her to the ball, but as I turned to head the other direction, my body went one way, while my left knee went the other. It happened so quickly that all I really remember is that I was rolling around on the ground in a lot of pain. Never could I imagine that I had done so much damage. I kind of wish I had a better story other than I was running and went the other way, but unfortunately, that’s how most ACL injuries happen.

So, I must confess that I have been in a major funk since then. Not only has the weather been gorgeous out lately, but it’s all the start of cycling season. And, I am missing out! I was literally counting down the days to my first ride with a local bike shop. So, as you can imagine, my mood has not been the greatest. I have had my good days when I am trying to be positive because I know that this is only temporary, but it still bums me out.

Another confession, I’ve put God on the back burner. When I shut people out, He unfortunately gets included. I have really been feeling the affects of it, too. I am so glad I am realizing just how much I need Him all the time…in every single situation…in every area that touches my life.

I read a great devotion this morning by Gary Wilkerson, and He asked these two questions: “What do you do when everything you try brings no result? Where do you turn when every effort you put forth does not accomplish its purpose?” There comes a time when we have no resource but Jesus alone. I have not relied on Jesus to get me through these next few months even though I know He will be with me every step of the way. I have been trying to do things on my own, and well, I have not been the easiest person to be around. Thankfully, I have a very understanding husband and children.

Whatever event, situation, or circumstance you find yourself in, remember that Jesus has everything you need. When you have no hope, no resources, no ability, Christ breathes His supernatural life into your circumstances. Writing those words makes me feel as though I can conquer anything…and I can, through Jesus Christ!

Romans 8:37, “No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us.”