If there are any Christians out there who are looking for special support during this time I thought we could start a thread related to this. It might help with those thoughts and doubts as to if this is the right thing we are doing or any other 'shares' that might come to mind. I could use some at this time in my walk.

Sister in Christ,

Valerie

There are Christian programs such as RU and many others that deal with addictions. Let's face it we are addicts. Just because you are born again, (and that is the only way you are a Christian by the way) does not mean that you will not struggle with sin. Yes overeating is sin, but praise the Lord He is faithful to forgive and heal us. See 1 John 1:9. I will pray for us that God will give us grace to overcome in His power and for His glory.

Amen!

1 John 1:9 (New International Version)

9If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.

Let you tell you with some of the threads out there bashing Christians it is nice to have a place where offering to pray for someone or asking for prayer is always accepted. Thank you Lord for this thread and these people here to suppot others.

Cheri

Let you tell you with some of the threads out there bashing Christians it is nice to have a place where offering to pray for someone or asking for prayer is always accepted. Thank you Lord for this thread and these people here to suppot others. Cheri

Absolutely!!

What do you think about the YMCA changing their name to "The Y"? I think it's pretty sad.... it seems obvious to me they wanted to get the "Christian" out of their name. Pathetic!

YMCA

Hello Everyone!!

My name is Lisa and I am a Roman Catholic, married, mom and grammy who is looking into lap band surgery! I love this site, and really perked up when I saw this thread!! Thank you for allowing me this opportunity to come here, to pray, to learn, to support and to give support! There is no better way to begin a new journey than to grasp the hand of Our Lord - and to walk with friends!!

Thank you!

~Lisa

Hello Everyone!!

My name is Lisa and I am a Roman Catholic, married, mom and grammy who is looking into LAP-BAND® surgery! I love this site, and really perked up when I saw this thread!! Thank you for allowing me this opportunity to come here, to pray, to learn, to support and to give support! There is no better way to begin a new journey than to grasp the hand of Our Lord - and to walk with friends!!

Thank you!

~Lisa

Welcome Lisa,

The band is a God-inspired tool that has changed my life. I pray that it will do the same for you.

Cheri

Welcome Lisa,

The band is a God-inspired tool that has changed my life. I pray that it will do the same for you.

Cheri

I am in His hands! If it is His will, it will happen! And if it is not His will, I will trust that He has something better for me! And, thank you for the "welcome"!

~Lisa

Welcome. Lisa!

Thank you all for the "welcomes"!

Have a GREAT day, and Christ's peace to ALL!

~Lisa:smile2:

Christian Bansters.... how lucky am I?! I just wish I had found you when I wan't logging off and going to bed! I'll be back to read tomorrow!!

Banded 7/30/2010

"If Your Stomach Offends You" .... what a great name!! LOL

Thanks. It came to me in church. If your stomach offends you, cut it off. Was God's humorous way of telling me getting the surgery was a good thing. It was my way of admitting I'm powerless over food addiction. An act of humility. I do have a blog out there in cyberspace and also on lapband thread with that same title. Haven't posted since I reached goal. Just haven't the time. But it might be of interest--especially for newbies. Lots about my journey as a Christian.

Cheri

Christian Bansters.... how lucky am I?! I just wish I had found you when I wan't logging off and going to bed! I'll be back to read tomorrow!! Banded 7/30/2010

Just wanted to say

WELCOME!!

Welcome Dawn!!

I was Debbie Downer on my last post and didn't recieve any of the responces I needed to here. However, this thread has really helped set my heart at ease. I felt so much guilt for not trusting in God to help me with my weight issues but this has been a toold that God has provided me. I'm excited to not have food controlling my life. Thank you for everyone's responces they have helped me so much.

I was Debbie Downer on my last post and didn't recieve any of the responces I needed to here. However, this thread has really helped set my heart at ease. I felt so much guilt for not trusting in God to help me with my weight issues but this has been a toold that God has provided me. I'm excited to not have food controlling my life. Thank you for everyone's responces they have helped me so much.

Hi Pickles!

I believe that God takes our guilt and tenderly leads us to where He wants us to be in our lives - He heals us. It is a terrific goal to have God lead our lives and not food - we just need to hold out our hands and ask for His help.

Good luck to you! And keep us posted while you're on your journey!