2020 was a tough year and 2021 is off to a rough start. I hate to admit it, but I am guilty of stress eating. My stress and fatigue increase each day. Instead of seeking the Lord, I look to food for relief. Some of my pants no longer fit. I am tempted to accept stress weight gain as my “new normal” so I can enjoy food.

2 Corinthians 4:16-17 is, That is why we never give up. Though our bodies are dying, our spirits are being renewed every day. For our present troubles are small and won’t last very long…”

Holy Bible, New Living Translation, 2015

My life stresses are nothing compared to God’s endless glory. He gives me strength to face whatever happens to me. The earthly solution to stuff down food brings temporary relief and excess pounds. Food will not erase my worries or cure my problems. The Lord refreshes me in ways food never will. For 2021, I want to seek God instead of excess food.