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Most people think submission is weakly giving in. Deep down, I hate submitting to others and would rather do what I want.  I know His ways are nothing like mine and I should trust He knows the best for me. Instead of surrendering my will to Him, I stubbornly hang onto my wants.  I end up stressed and unhappy if my desires are not met. Job 22:21 is, “Submit to God, and you will have peace; then things will go well for you” (Holy Bible, New Living Translation, 2015). On my own, I keep holding on my selfish ways. As I spend more time withRead 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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It was easier for me to walk past temptation when I first left food behind. Staying away from excess food became harder as time passed. After weeks of avoiding snacks, part of me wants a treat. I hear excuses like, “You deserve a cookie to make it through the day,” I need spiritual weapons to successfully fight back. Psalm 119:11 is,“I have hidden your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you.” (Holy Bible, New Living Translation, 2015). Memorizing God’s Word keeps me from falling. I used verses to fight temptation earlier in my journey. Over the years, I stopped working onRead 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 →