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I used to dread the beginning of summer because I was not ready. Not ready to put on a bathing suit or shorts since I felt fat. I once focused on how I looked in summer clothes instead of having fun. My eating is better but I am still a work in progress. This summer, I will enjoy the season instead of obsessing about my body. I have tried to quit stressing about my body before and not succeeded. To stop worrying about my weight, I must trust in God. John 14:27 is, “I am leaving you with a gift – peace of mind andRead More →

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I am not perfect and will never reach perfection. Mistakes once told me I would never be good enough. Back then, I felt trying harder would end my shortcomings. I am sometimes tempted to hide my “mess ups” from God. This is impossible because He knows everything about me. God created me to be imperfect, so I could depend on Him. 2 Corinthians 12:9 is, “…’My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness’. So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me.” (Holy Bible, New Living Translation, 2015). My ownRead More →

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When all is well in my world, I enjoy food without overeating. My true test is only eating food my body needs when under stress. If I am tired, worried, or rushed, I need to turn to God to keep from slipping with food. Psalm 18:35 is “You have given me your shield of victory. Your right hand supports me; your help has made me great.” (Holy Bible, New Living Translation, 2015). I cannot fight food on my own. For many years, I tried positive thinking and willpower. No matter how hard I tried, I remained bound to food. God gives me victory over foodRead More →

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I am exhausted from non-stop activity. I have more on my plate than I can finish, and everything needs to be done quickly. To save time, I rush through my quiet time with God. I am counting days until I can take a real break. All this stress messes up my sleep. I am running out of strength and energy. Matthew 11:28-29 is, “Then Jesus said, ‘Come to me….Let me teach you because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your soul.’” (Holy Bible, New Living Translation, 2015). The one thing I don’t take time to do keeps meRead More →

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There are times when nothing goes my way. I feel like the world has conspired against me. I can’t find anything to feel good about. Stress multiplies as I worry. My sleep gets disrupted and I want food. Deep down, I know God is always there for me. I don’t turn to Him until I realize nothing else will help. Daniel 3:17 is, “If we are thrown into the blazing furnace, the God we serve is able to deliver us from it, and he will deliver us…”. (Holy Bible, New International Version, 2011). God saves me from anything I face. If God does not takeRead More →