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I am tired all the time. It might be old age. It also might be from sometimes eating unhealthy food. I stay busy and sometimes keep going when I am exhausted. Worrying and overthinking also wear me out. 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.’” Holy Bible, New Living Translation, 2015 I used to think this Biblical rest meant taking a nap or chilling in front of the TV. My “rest” had also become excessive scrolling while watching TV. This makes me more tired! I went backRead More →

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Jesus is the path to freedom. I have tried doing life my way and no longer enjoy the results. This “freedom” causes trouble because I cannot stop eating after I mess up. My eating has been better so I don’t want to overeat today just because it is the 4th of July. Galatians 5:1 is, “Christ has liberated us to be free. Stand firm then and don’t submit again to a yoke of slavery.” Holy Bible, Holman Christian Standard Bible, 2009 When I submit my “daily bread” or food I eat throughout a day to Jesus, my mind is free from excessive food noise. IRead More →

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I was sick a few weeks ago and needed to rest. I used my limited energy to scroll social media and binge on my favorite shows. Once I got in a habit of unlimited screen time, it was hard to stop. Scrolling too much distracts me from doing things I need to get done. Ever since I retired from my day job, I struggle with the temptation to be lazy. Isaiah 26:3 is, “You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, all whose thoughts are fixed on you! Holy Bible, New Living Translation, 2015 I need Jesus the same way I needRead More →

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God’s plans are greater than my plans. I never know His step by step instructions but do my best to follow His lead. About a year ago, I had a plan to retire from teaching and find an office job. This did not happen as I ended up substitute teaching. At times, I wondered if I made the right decision. Sometimes it is hard to tell if I am following God’s plan or convincing myself what I want is God’s plan for me. Proverbs 16:9 is, “The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps. Holy Bible, English Standard Version, 2001Read More →

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It would be nice to enjoy a stress free week (or even a day). I am “done” with facing constant trials, problems, and issues. Every time a storm ends, another one arises. Deep down, I know Jesus tells us in John 16:33 that we will suffer in this life. This never-ending stressful cycle is tiring. James 1:2-3 is, Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. Holy Bible, English Standard Version, 2001 God uses all of my trials to mature me. I need to experience hard times to learnRead More →