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Back in October, I was hesitant to get the flu shot when it came to our work. Being sensitive to allergens, I was not sure if I would be okay despite knowing the virus had been killed in the vaccine. But realizing I have a family to go home to, I didn't want them to get any flu or H1N1 if ever I would be exposed as I was considered among the high-risk groups.
2 weeks later, I started not feeling well. Attributing it to the Santa Ana weather we had been experiencing, I just didn't feel good. Sans the symptoms of flu like coughing or fever, I was just fatigued and the gland on the right side of my neck hurt and I started having ear pain and right jaw pain. I did go to Urgent Care and the 3-day course antibiotics didn't help much later.
Back to the primary doctor I went and he was cautious to put me on a week long antibiotics. I still didn't feel good and this past weekend, I almost went to ER as I felt that pain on the right side got worse. But being so tired from this weekend's work, I ended up succumbing back to sleep and fell asleep uttering my petition, believing in His healing.
The following day, which was yesterday, Tuesday, I was a new person! I still believed that I must have reacted to the vaccine as viral illnesses typically last for weeks. And antibodies usually start developing [nurses out there, please correct me if I'm wrong!] 2 weeks after a shot of vaccine is given. I figured that was the time it took when I felt ill since getting the flu shot.
Why am I blogging about this you might ask? It's because the good effects of the vaccine still is something to look forward to, despite the discomfort one may or may not have. The resistance will last for a long time which still made it worth for me to get that shot!
This morning, God showed me Psalm 30. He reminded me that like that shot, God's anger can be uncomfortable for us because He warns us to turn away from sins. He wants us to know and accept His love and forgiveness so that we can feel the eternal effects His love and grace brings. He wants us to know that His love is much greater than His anger against sins. "Thank You Lord for Your healing, physically and spiritually!"
"O Lord my God, I cried out to you for help, and you restored my health." ~ Psalm 30:2
"Sing to the Lord, all you godly ones!
Praise his holy name.
His anger lasts for a moment,
but his favor lasts a lifetime!
Weeping may go on all night,
but joy comes with the morning." ~ Psalm 30:4,5
I suppose you would have felt MUCH WORSE from the actual flu? I don't know my friend....I have heard of many that get ill after the shot. I have had the full blown flu and it's HORRIBLE. I wouldn't know what to do....
ReplyDeleteGlad you are better.
I know my mother got ill or got the flu after she got the flu shot one year. I never get the shot. Thanks Rosel for sharing.
ReplyDeleteThank you Rosel for reminding us all that flu shots help us more then harm us. I just love Psalms 30... Isn't it a blessing to know that God's anger lasts for only a moment but His favor and love lasts a life time. Thank you for the visit to my blog this morning. God bless you my sister in Christ. Lloyd
ReplyDeleteI have only had the flu once and that was enough. I get the shot because of my auto immune disease. I'm glad you are feeling better now.
ReplyDeleteMy heart is sad today. Have you ever prayed for something and HE said no? I do not understand this, because I believe HE can do all things. Please pray for me Elizabeth. I love you my sister in Christ.
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So good to hear that you are well....I have heard about people getting ill after getting the shot.Isn't it wonderful that with Christ we are Overcomer's..Blessings to you and may you rise above all of your experiences in your place of employment as with wings of Eagles...
ReplyDeleteI am reading this and have been home sick for the past couple of days. I don't normally get the flu shot but my husband always does!
ReplyDeleteSoo glad you are well Rosel! I just love that no matter what you shine for Jesus in all you do!
Love you my friend
I've been reluctant to get flu shots, but just yesterday set aside Friday for hubby and I to get them this year. Your wisdom comes at a good time.
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Kathleen
Great analogy. I've got to admit that I'm not much for shots and have been known in the past to try like anything to not deal with God's anger toward my sin, tried to remain in denial (and sin) - but that never worked out.
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness this was good! I hadn't looked at the flu shot in that manner and may go get one after all.
ReplyDeleteBut the rest of the message really touched me. God's perfect timing always prevails! I'm so glad you are feeling better. Blessings to you.
Randomly came across your blog and am quite a fan! Good stuff. God bless :]
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Oh, my goodness, I'm sorry you had that reaction. I was a little concerned about it this year, as they combined stuff. But I have to get it with allergies, asthma and age. I just pray before getting it. Thank God for answering our prayers and for His healing power. Hugs ~
ReplyDeleteI've never got a flu shot but I am seriously considering getting one this year. I rarely get sick and it's always seemed like a waste of time. But next year I'll turn 65 and my wife said I should get one.
ReplyDeleteI hope and pray that you continue to feel better :-)
~Ron
I only had one flu shot over the years and that was the year I got sick. :( But I'm so glad you're feeling better now. I so appreciate your comments and look forward to you joining in this Tuesday for "In Other Words Tuesday". You always have a unique way of sharing and I love it.
ReplyDeleteblessings and love my friend,
Debbie
I came back by to give you another ((((Rosel))) and to say I am thinking and praying for your dear one.
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