Well, here I am on day 10! I am happy to report that I lost three pounds! Woo! It hasn't been easy, but I knew that it wouldn't be. As I let go of my comfort (food), it peels back the layers in my heart that I've been shielding myself from. I've noticed that since I've started this, I've become more paranoid and fearful.
I used to struggle with fear when I first got married. After my husband would leave for work in the morning, I would instantly be afraid. I would double check all the doors were locked and even lock my bedroom door. Then I would stuff clothes under the door just in case. I finally started taking it to the Lord and he helped me overcome my fear. I read in the Bible about David and how he was being pursued by his enemies who wanted to kill him, yet he wasn't afraid. I thought, "well, David ACTUALLY had people trying to hurt him and he WASN'T afraid, and I don't have people trying to harm me and I AM afraid. I can overcome!" and with the help of the Lord and memorizing David's words, I overcame! It is interesting how it is starting to surface again. Hmmm...
I wonder if not putting God first for so long made me lose my trust of Him? Today part of my verse memorization is, "Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts." Oh how this speaks to me today!
Do you struggle with fear? Do you trust Him with your WHOLE life? Let us choose today to trust in an Almighty God that knows our name and is taking care of us.
Kristin- I am so blessed that you started this blog. I like how you are writing honestly and inviting others to join you where you are and where you want to be. Thanks for sharing your heart and yourself- excited to see where this journey takes you.
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