How many times have you felt defeated?

It’s a question we all face, especially during challenging seasons like recovering from a knee replacement. Sometimes it feels like no matter what you’re doing—ice packs, physical therapy, or endless rest—it’s not enough. It can even feel like you’re moving further from your goals rather than closer to them.

Sister, let me tell you something today: that couldn’t be further from the truth.

When I went through my first knee replacement, I spent more days than I’d like to admit with a “why bother” attitude. I remember asking myself, will  any of this even matter? And if you’ve been there too, let me remind you that these feelings are valid. Pain has a sneaky way of clouding our thoughts and making us doubt the progress we’re making.

But pain is also temporary. Healing is happening—even if you can’t see it yet.

You might be closer than you think to turning a corner. I’ve seen it in my own recovery Adventure, and I want you to believe it for yourself.

I take comfort in this promise:

“The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears them; He delivers them from all their troubles. The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” — Psalms 34:17-18 NIV

That verse became a lifeline for me, a reminder that even in the hardest moments, I wasn’t alone. And just as I’ve been comforted, I now want to comfort you.

The Bible also says,
“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God.” — 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 NIV

I share this today because I know what it feels like to wonder if healing is even possible. But let me encourage you: healing is not just about what’s happening around you. It’s about what you believe is possible for yourself.

“For we live by faith, not by sight.” — 2 Corinthians 5:7 NIV

Faith isn’t always easy, but it’s what carried me through when I couldn’t see the light at the end of the tunnel. And if you’re struggling to believe in yourself today, I want you to know this: I believe in you. I will keep believing in you until you can believe in yourself.

If you’re feeling alone in your journey, let me remind you that you’re not. Join my free Facebook group, where you’ll find encouragement, support, and a community that understands exactly what you’re going through. You don’t have to do this alone—we’re in this together.  And if you feel like you are pulled into a deeper relationship with God or you just wanna feel closer, be sure to grab my Seven Small Prayers E-book! It's how I grew on my faith walk.

Take heart, keep going, and know that healing is on its way.


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Meet Suzie Andrade

 
I was 41 when I was told that I needed a knee replacement and then likely my other knee would face the same fate.

stopped playing softball.
stopped walking just to walk. 
I stopped using stairs and curbs. (Yes, CURBS!)
stopped parking miles away from the store simply to get extra steps. 

One day, I was on the beach, walking through sand and cursing every painful step. I wanted to walk to the water, but it was not possible. The water’s edge was too far. It was that moment I decided enough.

I drew the proverbial line in the sand and made a decision to get it done. I was 43 years old. 

I was 45 for my left knee replacement and 46 (7 months later) for the right knee replacement, because I pushed the knee too long before replacing it.  I had my right knee replaced at 48.

I had no idea that in that pain I would find purpose. I am so grateful that each of the joints have way surpassed my expectations for recovery. Mostly because I knew they would. I had no doubt they would. 

I now share the Yetter Getter Mindset and the way I got through those recoveries in a thriving free community on Facebook.

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