Mountain Moved!!

Thanks for praying! I went to the dentist (I actually hadn't been to one in 8 years- not good I know). They did x-rays and the dentist looked at my teeth after I explained my health history and current concerns- it always takes a while! And the he said that I have no cavities and there are no problems at all & my teeth, gums, etc. look quite good- especially after having been MIA from the dental world for so long! I asked "are you sure?" He said yep. I definitely know God's been at work there! The pain in my jaw and numbness in my ear and surrounding area was from my TMJ problems (jaw joint craziness) (that was one of my guesses, but my imagination went in other directions too). I've worn a mouth guard at night since college to help stabilize my jaw and since going to the chiropractor here, he said to try not wearing it, apparently I really need to! I kept thinking of Tori and Michelle though cause I would always ask them "have you ever had it when......(some sort of crazy health thing happening to me)" and they would always look at me crazy and say 'no'!!! I'm sure this would be another one. Please keep praying for me though cause my head & neck still hurts all the time among other things and it's been really frustrating, especially when there is no real reason medically. Back in High School God cured me from Pancreatitus after a year in and out of the hospital when no one could explain it. So, I know He can do it again, I'm ready!!! 

A couple weeks ago I went in to a small christian bookstore that recently opened a few blocks from the church to look for a book. It's owned by a mother and daughter and I got to talking with Blanca (the mom) and she was saying how busy she was trying to do everything and they just started so they didn't have extra money to hire people, so I've started going in one day a week to help out how ever I can. I've really enjoyed getting to know her and being an encouragement to her. Pray for them and the store that it would continue to grow and be a blessing to the community!!! I've been praying that God would show me different ways to bless others and when something just jumps out at you- it's neat!

Prayer Moves Mountains

The last few days I have been really reminded that God is always with me no matter what. He reminded Joshua over and over not to be afraid or discouraged, but to be strong and courageous because God is with him wherever he goes. God has been challenging me with these same words. Especially lately as I am once again facing a crazy health thing. My left ear has been feeling numb and sore and spreading down my neck and jaw. Its really annoying and kinda scary. My continuous health drama has gotten pretty discouraging and sometimes brings fear. So the only thing I can do is to trust God's word and His undeniable hand in my life. I know that God can do anything and its no stretch for Him to bring total healing! I know He also uses suffering to grow us stronger in Him! I've grown from all this and have seen God's faithfulness. I am so thankful for so many faithful people praying for me and encouraging me in all this!!!! So, please pray with me this week as I am going to a free clinic in Watts on Thursday to get my jaw, ear, teeth checked out. Pray that God would move a mountain and bring healing!!! Thanks!!!