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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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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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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 →

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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 →