Live and Love Deeply—Beyond Food

God wants us to surrender our wills.  He wants to use our hands, our mouths, our passions, our determined natures, our talents and our gifts to glorify Him and to edify the body of believers.  He wants us to let go of control, people pleasing, care-taking, anxiety, worry, negativity and fear.  We walk in love.  God directs our steps. 

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding;  in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.” (Proverbs 3:5-6, New International Version)

I humbly share my experience, strength and hope in the Lord.  Sharing the good news of His love and awesome ability keeps me excited.  I have an attitude of gratitude.

Whenever I get confounded, I ask Jesus what He would do, and I ask for His help in doing the right thing.  “Trust the Lord and do good.” (Psalm 37:3,  New International Version) 

I wish I could tell you it is easy; I wish I could say I am successful 100% of the time.  It is progress, not perfection that one should work toward.  Hope for a better tomorrow sustains me—I am not where I want to be, but by the grace of God, I am not where I used to be.  Striving towards the goal to be more like Jesus, I make an attempt each day to be all He wants and expects me to be.  It’s comforting to know that each new day offers another opportunity to “rise and shine.”  God’s mercies are new every morning.  (Lamentations 3:20) 

When I am willing to listen to God, I am empowered.  Letting go of my self-centered desires, I am content while waiting for God’s plans to be revealed.  I am confident that God will supply all my needs. (Philippians 4:19)  Scripture after scripture imbedded in my heart sooths my brokenness, and I see glimpses of God’s kingdom—righteousness, peace and joy in believing.  (Romans 14:17)  Paul paints the picture of success—be happy; do the right thing—be kind, loving, and respectful to others; stop worrying, and pray with an attitude of gratitude.

“Always be full of joy in the Lord.  I say it again—rejoice!  Let everyone see that you are considerate in all you do.  Remember, the Lord is coming soon.  Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything.  Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done.  If you do this, you will experience God’s peace, which is far more wonderful than the human mind can understand.  His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus. (Philippians 4:4-7 Life Recovery Bible)

 Every breath that I take is a gift from the Lord.  Dreams really do come true, and miracles happen.  My heart and soul cries out to you, beloved friend, “Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the man who takes refuge in him.” (Psalm 34:8, New International Version) 

I wish I could spoon-feed every lost, lame, and limping one…and distraught food addict alike.  It is time for me to “let go and let God.”  Into His hands, I place my trust—my confident expectation and my hope.  God bless you and keep you safe until we meet again on earth or in heaven.   

                                                                       Love in Jesus’ name,