How's it working for you?

Have a plan - Last week I did not post as often as usual, some weeks are busier than others as I am sure you will agree. So, let's get caught up a bit. How was your week? How did you address your food strongholds last week?

I had a good week, as I finally took some of my own postings seriously. I have been convicted about planning for a long time now, but just never took the time to do it. By planning, I mean actually writing down on my official menu planner just what I plan to eat for each meal and snack. I would list the corresponding food value and manage to stay within my allotment for each day.

As I have been praying about the issues related to my eating disorder I could sense God whispering to me that if I would only plan my meals. Well, I did just that and then I made certain that I had everything on hand that I would need for the weeks' menu. I can't tell you how freeing it was to not have to make any decisions when it was meal time. I would merely look and my plan and do it. It was wonderful. There was another blessing too, I was able to write my menu plan when I was hungry and I found that I was more creative as a result.

Try it and let me know what you think!

Scripture encouragement for today is from Hebrews 4:14 " Therefore, since we have a great high priest who has gone through the heavens,*Jesus the Son of God, let us hold firmly to the faith we profess."

Grace 'n Grins,
Judy

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Have a plan - Do you have a plan to get through today? As a member of an eating disorder support group I have learned that I have a heart ailment; my heart was not always aligned with God's. I was allowing the problems of this world to dictate my eating habits. I am learning that I am worthy, not because of who I am, but because of whose I am. Now I believe this and can see God working on my heart and in my heart. I recognize that I cannot do this automatically, I need a plan. God is with me, but He isn't going to do it all for me. Here is how my plan works:

P ray everyday. I begin the day asking for strength and peace and courage
L ist my menu for the day. I have to take time to map out my meal plan
A llow time to exercise; walk and garden, clean house, it all counts as exercise
N urture my spiritual life. I start my day seeking God's Word for me in the Bible

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