Two approaches to life

This morning I was reading a message by David Jeremiah, and this was a simple yet profound statement he made: "There are two approaches to life. We can focus on Jesus and acknowledge the storm, or we can focus on the storm and acknowledge Jesus. By keeping our eyes on the Lord, we can live above the circumstances and have an attitude of joy..." As the weeks go by and surgery approaches, I know it would be easy to sink into fear and focus on the storm. I am grateful for family and friends who will help me to focus on Jesus instead, and this storm will pass, as all storms do. Sometimes they leave after effects that need to be overcome, but through Christ healing does come. I ask today that you pray that the appointments I need ahead of surgery will all fall into place, and that nothing will get in the way of the surgery date.