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I have “food noise” constantly in my brain. Thoughts about food pop into my mind throughout the day. I worry about food that will be served when I go to someone’s house or to a restaurant. Sometimes I obsessively plan what I will eat to stay on track. When I continually think about food, I am distracted and tempted to overeat. Luke 12:29 is, “Don’t strive for what you should eat and what you should drink, and don’t be anxious. Holy Bible, Christian Standard Bible, 2017 Jesus teaches us not to worry but to trust in Him. These uncontrollable thoughts about food in my mindRead More →

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I sometimes want to eat “treats” I normally don’t eat, like candy. In the past, I would think “It’s just this one time, so I can enjoy.” If I was eating chips and salsa, I would continue eating until the basket was empty. Once I overdid it, I gave up on my food plan and kept eating. I need a strategy so I can enjoy deserts occasionally without overeating. Proverbs 25:16 is, “Do you like honey? Don’t eat too much, or it will make you sick!” Holy Bible, New Living Translation, 2015 God gave me all foods for nourishment and enjoyment! The Lord is slowlyRead More →

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I love food. For most of my life, I ate too much and was overweight. I just got back from a cruise with endless food buffets and all inclusive dining. My eating was good at first, but later into this trip, I ate food my body did not need. I felt bloated and my stomach hurt. Since I got out of my normal habits, it has been harder to eat only what my body needs. I had lost 10 pounds, but feel like I gained it all back. 1 Corinthians 10:31 is, “So whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do it allRead More →

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The other day, I fell back into old habits. I spent too much time scrolling social media and snacked on “healthy” candy like it was fruit. Once I realized what I was doing, I reached out to Jesus. After praying, I saw how my eyes were not fixed on Jesus. I got distracted and noticed I picked up my phone as soon as I felt bored. 1 Chronicles 16:11 is, “Seek the Lord and his strength; seek his presence continually!” Holy Bible, English Standard Version, 2001 I need to seek God continuously. My habit is to wake up with His Word, but my spirit cravesRead More →

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I make mistakes and fall. In the past, I used failures as an excuse to give up. After one meal of overindulgence, I would continue stuffing my body for a few days or even weeks. When I noticed my clothes were tighter, I struggled to get back on track. Psalm 18:33 is, “He has made my feet like the feet of a deer and set me secure on the heights.” Holy Bible, English Standard Version, 2001 The Lord guides me out of messes, even when they are my fault. He shows me that one slip does not define me as a failure. Jesus helps meRead More →