Since breaking my treadmill rut this past Saturday, and getting in 15 miles last week, I have been battling another sore throat! I had planned to take Sunday off, but not Monday and Tuesday! My sore throat began on Sunday evening. I've been treating it as best I can. Rest, the ol' salt water gargle, oil of oregano, extra vitamin C and lots of hydration. Today I'm swallowing without feeling any throat irritation. My hope is to run tomorrow.
When setbacks come and I look in my daytimer and do not see them scheduled in there by my own hand, I have learned to see the faint print of the hand of God. Interruptions in my life, unplanned by my own desires, are always opportunities to draw closer to the Lord, to wait upon Him and follow His lead in whatever direction He is guiding.
Proverbs 16:9 says that "the mind of man plans his way, but the Lord directs his steps." Even the smallest of setbacks as in another sore throat (2nd one in just a couple of weeks), I believe can be used by the Lord for my good. It's all about the heart, and He is looking at my attitude when I don't get my way - my preference to be running according to my plan.
Hopefully and Lord willing, my waiting will be over by tomorrow and I'll get the privilege to run.
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