I've been thinking a lot about how I want to come across in this blog. I want to sound smart, funny, cute, successful, wise. You're going to read this and want to come back for more because I have so much relevant, real stuff to say. Right.
Truth? I just spent way too much time trying to pick the right font to type in and give my blog the "perfect" name. So be glad it's not me running the show here. I'm giving it over to God, and I think he's going to show us extraordinary things.
Maybe you're like me and you struggle with food issues. I've tried so many diets. I've read a ton of books. I know it in my head but my heart just won't follow. Have you ever felt like you were just destined to be big, fat and ugly? That was me. I was all but ready to throw in the towel and stop trying. Praise God that I've started working through the First Place Series. This Bible Study is like your mother...willing to call you out on things that other people won't touch with a ten-foot pole. So this week I'm looking at temptation. You know, the chocolate chip cookies that call your name in the middle of the night, or the slick of the slightly melted ice cream around the edge of the carton?
1 Corinthians 10:13
No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can stand up under it.
Break this down with me:
- Temptation is an everyday event for everybody.
- Temptation can always be defeated with God's help.
- God is faithfully there to help you, 24/7.
He's put these verses in my head so when I'm headed for the pantry they pop up like Neon signs. "Here I am. I am faithful. You're being tempted right now, but with me you can win this thing."
You know what I've said the last few times this has happened? "Not right now, Lord. I really want that popcorn. Can't you come back and we'll deal with this later?"
Oh...that really reveals a rotten spirit, one I'm ashamed to be writing about! But it's where I am at right now. And the beauty of the Lord is knowing that he's going to be there tomorrow and help me try again. He's forgiven me and won't have me beat myself up for it. I wish I could say I know for certain that victory is right around the corner, but I can't. What I can say is that 30 years of weight struggles have turned into a way to get closer to my God.
Only He could spin such a burden into such a blessing.
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2 comments:
Melody, How sweet are you, and totally on the right path.
My church, New Hope is also doing First Place. This is my third session. Let me say that the bible study and the 9 commitments you will be keeping and putting into priority will bring such a closeness with Jesus that it really is an answer from God. We are on Purpose and will start the new program in June. I look forward to praying for you more and watching you suceed. I can do all things through Christ that strengthens me. He is so good to us.
Thanks for the words of encouragement! I find the Bible study to be so on target. Blessings,
Melody
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