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I made it through December without overeating, but I am struggling to stay on track in this new year. I prepare to be around food during the holidays by spending more time with God. After my Christmas excitement goes away, I relax and spend less time with God. Taking a break from Jesus allows me to slip into temptation. I am grateful that it was only one week of sloppy eating instead of an entire month. I know to turn back and lean on God. Ephesians 6:10 is, “A final word: Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power.” (Holy Bible, New LivingRead More →

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Like everyone else, I start the New Year by thinking of ways to improve myself. Some of my past resolutions have been unrealistic and failed to bring permanent change. I need to find why I fall short of my goals. Most (if not all) of my food slips are from eating to fill my spiritual needs. I will never be done growing spiritually. In Matthew 5:48, we are commanded to, “Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect.” ( Holy Bible, New International Version, 2011). Even though I will never be perfect, God desires I keep striving towards perfection. I fall flat on myRead More →

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Lights are hung outside my house. The tree is trimmed and decorations cover my fireplace. My house is ready for Christmas, but I am not. There are no presents under our tree. My schedule is packed with parties and fun holiday activities. Fun turns to frantic when I forget why I celebrate. I need to prepare my heart and mind to celebrate the coming of Christ. Matthew 1:21 is, “She (Mary) will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins.” (Holy Bible, New International Version, 2011). I lose the trueRead More →

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When I think about everything God has done for me, I know I can never thank Him enough. Not only has He saved me from sin, but I have a life worth living. I can face whatever life throws me as long as God is by my side. 1 Chronicles 16:34 is, “Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.” (Holy Bible, New International Version, 2011). We are commanded to thank the Lord. Early in my Christian walk, I took God’s blessings for granted. I was embarrassed to admit my successes were blessings from God. My faith grows when IRead More →

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I am struggling to get over an upper respiratory virus. In the past, being sick was my excuse to overeat. When I don’t feel good, I want food. I used to stuff food down my upset or queasy stomach for comfort. Since I never remember if “Feed a fever, starve a cold,” is correct, I eat whenever I feel ill. Excess food has never cured my sicknesses. I think some of my minor illnesses are from eating too much unhealthy food. This time, I did not want to overeat. I slept and binge watched old shows for comfort instead. Psalm 147:3 is, “He heals theRead More →