May is coming to an end and I've realized that a person (I) can change drastically in 3 short months. March was the starting point for a new life, a healthy life. And as the last days of May draw near I can say "WOW, I feel healthy!" With God as my foundation and the driving force that keeps me on task I have not only physically changed
but have changed on the inside too. There are times that I've caught myself pulling up my old habits, the doubt that I can't do it, or it's too hard attitude. The difference now is that I can quickly push that old self aside and be confident in the task ahead. I've done things that I can only remember as a high school teen. Now granted there not done as gracefully, but I've done it and felt good about it. I've even gone so far as to set a few steep goals, like registering and running in a 5K. As I change on the outside and see the pounds melt away, I change inwardly too. God has reminded me of the strength and determination I once had. This type of self confidence disappeared over the years with each pound I gained and with each joint or muscle that caused pain in my body. My back was a big reminder of my weight every day, especially when ever I was doing anything physical. The pain I felt in my back really kept me down and discouraged some days. Today my body feels wonderful and I rejoice in God's healing power. I no longer have back pain nor do I have pain in my knee joints! God has taken these burdens from me and mended my soul in the process. I've been freed from a life of obesity, over eating, & self doubt! God has placed special people in my life who offer encouragement. I will forever be grateful for their concern and time that they have invested in me. Just when I thought I was comfortable with how I used to be and was ready to except that was just the way I was going to live, God said NO! He has changed me from the inside out and given me a new desire to become more, more like the woman He wants me to be.
Dear God,
I want to willingly give myself over to You so that You can forever change my heart and my soul. I want nothing more than to praise You for this new me. God, convict me when I stray from the path You have given. I no longer want to live a life that disappoints You. I want to thank You for showing me that I no longer had to except the way I was and that I found the courage to change for You. Thank you, God for teaching me to live for You only...
In Jesus’ name, Amen
