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My mind can be as scary as a dangerous neighborhood. I know I should trust God instead of worrying. But, my thoughts can shift from calm to full blown anxiety in less than 10 seconds. My imaginary and unrealistic fears keep me awake at night. I get stressed out and forget to seek the Lord to help carry my burden. Psalm 23:4 is, “Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.” Holy Bible, English Standard Version (ESV), 2001 The Lord walks with meRead More →

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Like everyone else, I want quick and easy weight loss, even though I know it is not realistic. I tried a new probiotic to eliminate stomach bloat, thinking it might help me lose weight. This supplement is helping my stomach heal from years of overeating. When I eat too much, I can now see how uncomfortable my stomach feels. I have justified my overeating for too long and lied to myself about the amount I was eating. Proverbs 3:7-8 is “Do not be wise in your own eyes; fear the Lord and shun evil. This will bring health to your body and nourishment to yourRead More →

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My fleshly desires are are not good for me. Last week, I wanted to eat leftover Easter candy even though I was full. (Side note: One month after Easter, I still have candy in my house. This is a one sign I am eating less!). Since I really wanted something sweet, I enjoyed a small piece. I am human and will keep fighting temptations to overeat. Jesus helps me to enjoy food without overindulge. Psalm 63:1 is, “You, God, are my God, earnestly I seek you; I thirst for you, my whole being longs for you, in a dry and parched land where there isRead More →

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Every New Year, I resolve to improve myself. Over the years, I have learned I am not perfect. I will never be kind enough to others and hit 100% on my personal health goals. I can resolve to do better and beat myself up when I fail. Philippians 3:12 is, “I don’t mean to say that I have already achieved these things or have already reached perfection. But I press on to possess that perfection for which Christ Jesus first possessed me.” Holy Bible, New Living Translation, 2015 I will never be perfect. Jesus helps me make better choices and fix bad habits. He moldsRead More →

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On Christmas Eve, I finally had my tree up and all the presents wrapped. Instead of enjoying the moment, I worry about things I still have to do and ways I can make the perfect Christmas. Jesus came to our world humble and far from our social media perfection standards. John 16:33 is, “I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.” Holy Bible, New Living Translation, 2015 Christ came into this world so we can have peace in Him. WhenRead More →