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After suffering from slow and unreliable online service for years, we finally jumped into the fast lane of high speed internet.  Naturally, I have been exploring entertaining sites and actually doing work at home. Unfortunately, I have discovered the addictive nature of binge watching TV shows.  I must watch another episode to see what happens next.  Watching TV helps me unwind when I am exhausted from doing too much.  I know there is a time to relax and be entertained, but I was getting bored after watching several episodes from a series.  This boredom is a sign I need to get off the couch and do somethingRead More →

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I don’t always know the best thing to do.  Pressure urges me to make a quick decision.  I know I should wait instead of continuing to hash through all my bad options.  In His time, God will provide me with either a better alternative or wisdom that makes one option the right one.   I want to know how to fix this mess I find myself in right now. Psalm 62:5 is, “Let all that I am wait quietly before God, for my hope is in him.”  (Holy Bible, New Living Translation, 2007).  The hardest part of waiting is surrendering control of the situation.  I want toRead More →

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I am not perfect.  I manage to string together days and even weeks of clean eating.  Eventually, I slip and eat too much.  My stomach aches from being too full and my heart hurts because I messed up again.  I am disappointed in myself because I want to finally get this and never fail again.  I am grateful God takes me back, no matter how many times I fall. God is showing me I will progress towards perfection throughout my lifetime.  Matthew 5:38 is, “But you are to be perfect, even as your Father in heaven is perfect.” (Holy Bible, New Living Translation, 2007). God is theRead More →

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I hate losing arguments.  I like being right and want others to agree with me.  As I got older, I realized I am sometimes wrong.  It no longer offends me when others don’t like my suggestions.  I have matured, but I still like getting my way. Luke 9:23 is, “Then he said to the crowd, ‘If any of you wants to be my follower, you must give up your own way, take up your cross daily, and follow me.’”  (Holy Bible New Living Translation, 2007, emphasis added).  God is the only one who is right all the time.  It is foolish for me to think I haveRead More →

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I am completely exhausted.  It is the end of the school year, need I explain more?  Fatigue usually triggers me to overeat.  I normally gain a few pounds during the rush to finish the school year.  This week, my eating was better than in the past, but not perfect.  God has changed my heart so I quickly realized I was eating because I was tired, not hungry.  He helped me to set down the food and run to Him for relief. Matthew 11:28 is, “Then Jesus said, ‘Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.’”Read More →

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I read my Bible regularly.  I also try and listen to what God says to me.  This brings me peace and shows me steps I need to take.  But, reading is not enough.  I must do what His Word says.  Instead, I sometimes choose to do the opposite.  I feel I should give a random stranger a word of encouragement, but don’t want to be embarrassed.  Other times, I get sucked into gossip or laugh when others are made fun of.  People who might never read a Bible see me as an example of Christ.  When I fail to convey Him with my actions, I fail.  I don’tRead More →

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God’s will is occasionally crystal clear to me.  More often, I sit in uncertainly.  All my options can look the same.  Other times, I get overwhelmed weighing the positives and negatives of both possibilities.  I have been know to seek other’s opinions and sometimes base decisions on what another person thinks is best.  I get tempted to rush into selecting the choice that appears to be best. God has taught me to wait and pray for direction. Psalm 27:14 is, “Wait patiently for the Lord.  Be brave and courageous.  Yes, wait patiently for the Lord.” (Holy Bible, New Living Translation, 2007).  When I am stuck withRead More →

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I have a “love hate” relationship with sugar.  I love the taste, but hate the calories.  Too much sugar makes my stomach ache and breath smell like rotten candy.  I used to stuff my body with gobs of sweets.  Once I started eating sugar, I was powerless to stop.  I was overweight and frequently got sick. So, I went “cold turkey” and quit eating foods with added sugar. I felt healthier, but missed something.  After a while, I turned to sugar free versions that never fully satisfied.  I did lose excess pounds, but missed my treats. This deprivation increased my lust for food.  I refusedRead More →

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Deep down, I am a rule follower. I try to do the right thing.  It bothers me when other people get away with disobedience.   Even when their actions don’t involve me, I plot ways to fix their wrongs.  This creates stress and stirs my emotions. The more I focus on injustice, the more upset I get.  Eventually, I reach for food to ease my emotions. Matthew 7:1 is, “Do not judge, or you too will be judged.  (Holy Bible, New International Version, 2011).  Only God knows our hearts and is qualified to judge us.  I have no business condemning others.   God is my defender and can fightRead More →

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I try to cram as much living into my days as possible.  Like most people, I am busy with work and family responsibilities.  My favorite thing to do on a day off is rest.  By rest, I mean do nothing until I am bored.  Once I feel restless, I tackle my never-ending “to do” list.   Even though I take time off to recharge, I still feel tired alll the time. I find true rest with God.  Mathew 11:29 is, “Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls”. (HolyRead More →