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I never thought of myself as a control freak.  Secretly, I laughed at others who tried to manage everything. I knew that God ran the universe, so I surrendered most of my major problems to Him.  I refused to let go of what I wanted “my way”.  I felt I was capable enough to manage minor issues on my own.  I was stressed from holding onto control.  My fear was that God would not give me what I wanted. Romans 8:28 is, “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according toRead More →

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My current streak of eating “right” was over two months long.  I consistently stopped eating as soon as I felt satisfied.  I began to notice my weight loss and felt better.  This past week was stressful and crammed with work I had to finish.  During my quiet time, I tried to solve my problems instead of focusing on God.  I broke my “perfect streak”  by continuing to eat after I was full. In the past, I would have told myself I had not been “that bad”.   I would have continued eating until my clothes no longer fit.  Guilt would drag me down and convinceRead More →

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During stressful times, I seek God for strength to function. He gives me strength to complete what I am unable to do on my own.  I normally walk away from a trial feeling closer to Him than before. When life gets busy, I spend less time with God.  If I am content with things, I forget to seek Him.  I no longer depend on Him for strength.  Instead of peace, I feel anxiety and dread. I can avoid the discomfort of slipping by continuing to depend on God. Philippians 4:19 is, “And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his gloryRead More →

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 Life happens.  There are times I feel like everything goes wrong.  I run around in circles, trying to fix messes. I push myself past the point of exhaustion.  When I am unable to go any further, I crash. I realize how little I get done with my limited strength. Isaiah 40:29 is, “He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak.”  (Holy Bible, New International Version, 2001). God’s supernatural power helps me finish when I want to quit.  With God, I am able to accomplish more than I can on my own.  Together, God and I can face whatever life throws my way.Read More →

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Once I start worrying, I can’t stop.  My mind easily runs to fear from peace.  I imagine the worst possible outcome will happen and believe I am doomed.  I waste time worrying and trying to fix things I can’t control.  My sleep suffers and I am unable to concentrate.  I feel out of control and want to stuff my anxieties with food. 1 Peter 5:7 is, “Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.”  (Holy Bible, New International Version, 2011).  God does not want me to worry. He desires I feel His peace.  I can experience this peace only by casting or givingRead More →