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Sometimes, I don’t have time to pray or read my Bible. I start my day without Jesus and forget to include Him later. One day stretches into several as I find another excuse to skip or rush my daily quiet time. Eventually, my devotions just go through the motions. I don’t understand why I feel distant from Him. Before I realize why, everything in my life seems wrong. I am cranky and complain about small details. When God is the first priority in my life, my desires fall behind my love for Him. Matthew 6:33 is, “But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, andRead More →

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I am impatient and don’t like uncertainty. Waiting brings me feelings of restlessness and anxiety. Knowing that God will create something better than I can imagine does not help me let go. Instead of trusting God, I do whatever I think will fix my problem. I create a bigger mess and more stress. God is the only way to find peace. Psalm 46:10 is“Be still and know that I am God! I will be honored by every nation. I will be honored throughout the world.” (Holy Bible, New Living Translation, 2015). It is hard for me to wait or be still. God resolves my unknownsRead More →

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My life has never been trouble free. In the past, food helped me survive, but failed to take away pain. Complaining about my struggles does not fix my problems. Turning to God is the only way I find peace and joy. James 1:2 is, “Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds,” (Holy Bible, New International Version, 2011). I find joy while crying my heart out to Him. God comforts me and uses tough times to bring me closer to Him. I would rather face troubles with God by my side than enjoy pleasure without Him.Read More →

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I am a professional worrier. My mind is a dangerous place that assumes the worst will come. I waste time planning how I will fix make-believe headaches. Worry keeps me from finishing what I need to take care of. My energy is drained and I ignore happiness in my life. Matthew 6:34 is, “So don’t worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will bring its own worries. Today’s trouble is enough for today.” (Holy Bible, New Living Translation, 2015) Many times I worry about events that never happen. Worry never solves problems. Instead, it causes me to feel hopeless. The time I waste worrying keeps me fromRead More →

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Because God has changed my eating habits, I am starting to see results. I enjoyed my past successes, but got complacent, and gained weight back. I know God wants me to continue growing and keep sharing my victories. This is scary because I don’t know where it will lead. I am tempted to take it easy when I know God wants me to do more. Isaiah 40:31 is, “But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint. (Holy Bible, New Living Translation,Read More →

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There will always be trouble in my life. I once talked nonstop about my difficulties and hosted pity parties. This kept me stuck in negativity. Food gave me temporary comfort. I thought I would go back to eating right as soon as things were less crazy. I used problems as an excuse to overeat. Nahum 1:7 is, “The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in him,” (Holy Bible, New International Version, 2011). God gives me peace and comfort when I am troubled. He wants me to turn to Him instead of food. He shows me whatRead More →