Starting a new week and a new six week school session after a Sabbath break. I'm feeling great and excited for a fresh start ahead.
I haven't made much time for blogging. It just hasn't found it's way to the top of my priority list these days. I do love being here, but the days are full and I need to pick and choose what is most profitable.
I am thrilled to report that I'm well into the 150s now. I'm down another pant size as well. I'm so thankful for the progress.
Now, for my motivation and goals this week:
"Good understanding produces favor, but the way of the treacherous is hard. Every prudent man acts with knowledge, but a fool displays folly." Proverbs 13:15-16
These verses are meaningful to me right now. I have some habits to deal with in how I interact with my children and meditating on this truth is valuable. I have some struggles I'm praying through right now to prevent bitterness and stress rooting in my heart with relationships with other believers. I have a battle over my flesh that desires to be lazy and self-indulgent. I have a wonderful, yet difficult season approaching. I need my eyes on the Lord more than ever.
As I read these verses, I'm praying that I would find good understanding that would produce favor before the Lord, my disciples (children), and his people. I'm praying the Lord would change me into a prudent woman that acts with knowledge instead of the folly that comes so naturally.
As I pray these truths into my life, I know I need some actions that will keep me in line with the work the Lord will do to cause them to come to fruition in the days ahead.
1. Morning worship
2. Bed by 9:30; wake by 6am
3. Breakfast with the children; focus on prayer, scripture, and listening to them
4. Diligence with my food choices and preparation
5. At least 15 minutes of activity each day; pilates before bed each night
6. Attending my Put On/Put Off notes for daily encouragement and discipline in overcoming my habits and desires regarding stress and comfort.
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This is a challenging journey, so your gracious encouragement is quite welcome.