Faith requires action

Hebrews 11:1-Faith means being sure of the things we hope for and knowing that something is real even if we do not see it.

You know I always wondered at this scripture-sometimes I think God can do anything but then I have so many days where I let the devil rob this revelation from me. God is a big God.He can handle anything. There have been days where I have just wanted to give up but then God will remind me of scriptures like this.
Now cause of the time of year, it's hard to stick to a plan. Sue and I have only made it 2 times to the gym this month. We have good intentions but faith also requires action. So our good intentions will have to be the catalyst to moving our bums in January.

I pray we will all know how big our God is and how grateful we are to made it through this far.
Have a good December everybody.

DJ

Interesting to note that my friend Brenda Leyland would say to break down goals into smaller steps. She of course was talking about blogging. But it occurred to me after reading that I need to have smaller goals (with a deadline!). I keep writing goals but never do I write the smaller goals with a deadline. I don't know why I didn't think of it before, but it's a great way to deal with stress. If I look at the big picture like trying to lose 60 pounds it sometimes seems overwhelming and a little daunting which is probably why I haven't done it til now. So therefore now is a new day with a new awareness this is achievable.
Take care.
Til next time

DJ

Where's my confidence?

Hi there. Day 2 well actually Day 4. This past week I've been exercising like a demon but actually seemed to have gained 4 pounds, I'm not quite sure why this is happening because I've also started eating yogurt for breakfast and eating more fruit. I do wonder if I need to stay away from all carbs and I have definitely had problems in the past with my thyroid. I have been feeling really tired and the hard part is convincing my doctor to up my thyroid meds dosage. But I do feel inspired today by my friend telling me that I have every right to be in the gym, maybe even more than the people who are skinny who are just trying to look good because I'm trying to do it for health reasons.

The scripture I'm going to quote for today is out of Philippians 3:3-I put no confidence in the flesh or on outward privileges and physical advantages and external appearances. I put my confidence in Jesus Christ and I glory in Him.

Therefore I know I have a battle. But it isn't mine alone. It helps that the Lord is there. Bye for now.

Starting Points

Day 1-I guess the reason why I'm starting this blog is to hold myself accountable to the changes I want to make in life.
In the next year or so I would like to have done the following goals:

1. Drop at least 30 pounds (starting point 212 lbs.)
2. Learn French
3. Be able to play 10 songs fairly on a keyboard.
4. Learn how to cook
5. Save at least 400 dollars.

Ultimate Goal would be to be a good steward of what God gives me. And share any ideas, revelations or encouragements I can along the way and let God become my own personal encouragement coach.