An old English proverb says, “When we’re in a hurry, the Devil is happy.”
Hurry as we may, that thought should certainly be enough to stop us in our tracks and cause a bit of healthy reflection. For most of us, being busy is a way of life. From sunrise to sunset, an undercurrent of hurry drives our culture. So much so that “Hurry Sickness” is now considered a diagnosable condition. Without the careful pursuit of deceleration, our body, mind, and spirit suffer the effects of hurried living.
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Are you a slave to diets? Women in general are the primary target for diets, because of the world's pressure on us to conform our bodies to a certain size and image. Diets can start off with an innocent approach to lose a few pounds, but can quickly wreck havoc on our bodies and minds. So, how do we gain freedom from the ever-compelling pull to join the next trend that promises to give us our "dream body"? What if I told you it was as simple, yet powerful as the word of God!?
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I love these fun posts where I get to share my favorite finds with you. Thanks for the fantastic feedback telling us that you love them too. Yay for fun products! Alright, here we go. Today, I'm sharing some of the fitness-related products I'm currently crushing on. As always, if you try them, let us know. I'd love to hear what you think.
Leggings
Ok, let's shoot straight, this first item is an investment. My daughter (seemingly like all middle school girls) has been obsessed with Lululemon. I...
“Do not be deceived, God is not mocked [He will not allow Himself to be ridiculed, nor treated with contempt nor allow His precepts to be scornfully set aside]; for whatever a man sows, this and this only is what he will reap. For the one who sows to his flesh [his sinful capacity, his worldliness, his disgraceful impulses] will reap from the flesh ruin and destruction, but the one who sows to the Spirit will from the Spirit reap eternal life.” Galatians 6:7-8
What kind of seed are you...
If you've been tempted to follow the "Low Carb" trend - I get it! It's all the rage, and some people have even found some success with cutting carbs, but the question is, is it good for our health, and is it sustainable long term?
Contrary to current beliefs, may I suggest carbohydrates aren’t the enemy! In fact, carbohydrates are your brain’s primary source of energy! Instead of avoiding carbohydrates all together, it can be beneficial to cut out processed carbs such as white bread, white...
If you are new here, or haven't yet heard, I'm expecting my second baby, due in June. With my due date being just a month away, i have been in nesting mode around here, getting all things ready for baby, which of course includes preparing meals and getting the freezer stocked for when our bundle arrives! Whether you are preparing for a baby, or a busy season of life, freezer meal prep is a great way to have healthy home cooked meals on hand when you don't have time to cook! Today I'm sharing...
Fasting. It’s a hot topic. While there are some controversial opinions about fasting, most health care experts agree that fasting (when done correctly) provides many physical and emotional benefits. As believers, we know that fasting is a gift with more than physical benefits. From the beginning, God provided fasting as a spiritual tool to help break strongholds, purify ourselves before Him, orient our minds toward Him, and so many other advantages to enjoy spiritual breakthrough and growth....
Last weekend my husband and I saw a comedy show. We laughed so hard, and I nodded emphatically as the comedian talked about the barrage of food allergies and sensitivities known to this generation. He charismatically explained the hierarchy of gluten-free to lactose intolerant to peanuts, the “King Kong” of food allergies. It rang hilariously true. By medical necessity, my family is gluten and egg-free. My daughter is lactose intolerant, as well as a devout vegetarian.
Staying the course in...
Let's talk about motivation. I'm not referring to motivation in the traditional sense of "feeling" motivated but rather proper motivation of BEING motivated.
Enjoying long-term success and freedom from diets, overeating, or any disordered eating requires that our motivation be the glory of God. Why? Because anything else is a misplaced motive. Self-worship means wanting to wear a specific size, wanting to have the approval of others, wanting to look better, and even feeling better about...
Confession. I’ve been a tick “judgey” of other moms. Not intentionally judgey, but judgey nonetheless. Here’s the thing, you don’t know what you don’t know. For years, I’d hear or read moms talk about how they couldn’t get the family around the table for a healthy meal. Or, they didn’t have time to cook for their family, so every meal was on-the-go, making all varieties of fast food, from PB&Js to Popeye’s, a lifeline to keep their family fed.
“How,” I thought, “Can they not find a way to...
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