Have mercy on my, Lord, for I am faint; heal me, Lord for my bones are in agony. My soul is in deep anguish. How long, LORD, how long?
Psalm 6:2-3
When I was about 14 years old I was diagnosed with severe (and I do mean severe) TMJ. My jaw had grown completely wrong. The upper jaw was 1/4 inch too long and my bottom jaw was set almost crooked. It took 3 years worth of prep to have a major, life changing, surgery. I had to get braces and endure multiple minor surgeries along the way. When I was 17 {just a couple of days after my 17th birthday} I had the surgery. An upper and lower jaw osteotomy. It was as painful as it sounds.
Fast forward 12 years.
I can bite through luncheon meat! YAY!! I can also bite through thin crust pizza and chew my food completely! YAY! But I also have arthur in my entire face. Some days the pain is bearable. Other days - like today - the pain is at its worst. My face is swollen and is throbbing with pain.
While I was reading through the Bible this morning I came across this verse and it clearly spoke to me. I am very aware that I am blessed without a doubt. My life is not in jeopardy due to these minor health issues, but it doesn't always make me feel better. So please pray for me today. That I uninvited myself from this pity party I am throwing and move forward!
I am joining in over at Sams Noggin for Wednesday in the Word. Join me!
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