1st Place - Celebrate Success - Week 11

Psalm 46:10

"Be still, and know that I am God;
I will be exalted among the nations,
I will be exalted in the earth."


New International Version (NIV)
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1st Place - Celebrate Success - Week 10 Outline

Celebrate Worship

Day 1 Worship Acknowledges Lordship
Day 2 A Festival to the LORD
Day 3 Worshiping our Maker
Day 4 An Invitation to a Celebration
Day 5 Humble Celebration
Day 6 Reflection and Application
Day 7 Reflection and Application

1st Place - Celebrate Success - Week 10

Psalm 95:6

Come, let us bow down in worship,
let us kneel before the LORD our Maker;


New International Version (NIV)
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1st Place - Celebrate Success - Week 9 Outline

Celebrate God's Goodness

The LORD has done great things for us, adnd we are filled with joy.   Psalm 126:3

Day 1 Rejoice in the LORD
Day 2 Celebrate God's presence
Day 3 Anxious about nothing
Day 4 Prayer Produces Peace
Day 5 Think about these things
Day 6 Meditate on the Memory Verse
Day 7 What does "Celebrate Success" look like?

Use this blog to comment how you are doing or to pose questions.  Be encouraged this week!

1st Place - Celebrate Success - Week 9

Psalm 126:3

The LORD has done great things for us,
and we are filled with joy.


New International Version (NIV)
Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984 by Biblica

1st Place - Celebrate Success - Week 8

Ephesians 5:19

Speak to one another with psalms, hymns and spiritual songs.
Sing and make music in your heart to the Lord,


New International Version (NIV)
Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984 by Biblica

Tired of Salad? Try Soup ;-)

Are you getting tired of eating salads all the time? Try soup! Vegetable Beef can give you the right amount of vegetables. Now that the weather is changing to cold, it can warm you up as well. Tomato Soup is another suggestion. Make it with milk and you get your dairy in as well.

1st Place - Celebrate Success - Week 7 Outline

Celebrate God's Dwelling Place

Day 1 The problem with procrastination
Day 2 Give careful thougth to your ways
Day 3 When there is never enough
Day 4 Your Body is God's House
Day 5 Swing into action
Day 6 Reflection & Application - List 5 things you learned from this week's lesson that will help you live in a way that reflects the truth...
Day 7 Reflection & Application - Be encouraged! Begin today!

1st Place - Celebrate Success - Week 7

Numbers 35:34

Do not defile the land where you live and where I dwell,
for I, the LORD, dwell among the Israelites.' "


New International Version (NIV)
Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984 by Biblica

1st Place - Celebrate Success - Week 6

Lamentations 3:24

I say to myself, "The LORD is my portion;
therefore I will wait for him."



New International Version (NIV)
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1st Place - Celebrate Success - Week 5

Psalm 133:1

How good and pleasant it is when brothers live together in unity!


New International Version (NIV)
Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984 by Biblica

1st Place - Celebrate Success - Week 5 Outline

Celebrate Unity

Read Ephesians 4:2-6

Day 1 Unified Effort
Day 2 Unity Brings Hope
Day 3 Unity Brings Comfort
Day 4 Unity Brings Maturity
Day 5 A Recipe for Unity
Day 6 & 7 Reflection & Application

Please make comments on what you are learning through this study.

Thanks,
Leigh Anne

1st Place - Celebrate Success - Week 4

1 Corinthians 15:57

But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.

New International Version (NIV)
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1st Place - Celebrate Success - Week 3

Celebrate hope for a better tomorrow. During this week our topics will be:
Day 1 Consider the Cost
Day 2 -The tent of meeting
Day 3 - Others watch us worship
Day 4 - Face to face
Day 5 - Celebrating Christ's resurrection
Day 6 - Reflection: Where will you pitch your tent?
Day 7 - Reflection: Applying successful experiences to your life

1st Place - Celebrate Success - Week 3

1 Peter 1:3

Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead,

New International Version (NIV)
Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984 by Biblica

1st Place - Celebrate Success - Week 2

Psalm 115:1

1 Not to us, O LORD, not to us
but to your name be the glory,
because of your love and faithfulness.

New International Version (NIV)
Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984 by Biblica

1st Place - Celebrate Success - 12 Week outline

Week 1 Orientation
Week 2 Celebrate love and faithfulness
Week 3 Celebrate hope for a better tomorrow
Week 4 Celebrate our weakness
Week 5 Celebrate unity
Week 6 Celebrate patience andp reparation
Week 7 Celebrate God's dwelling place
Week 8 Celebrate with singing
Week 9 Celebrate Good's goodness
Week 10 Celebrate Worship
Week 11 Celebrate Stillness
Week 12 Time to Celebrate!

Moving Forward Together - Week 12

TIME TO CELEBRATE!

Each day, prayerfully work through the daily testimony building assignments. Ask God to help you express your testimony in words to share at the Celebration Ceremony.

Celebration Ceremony & Ladies Night Out
September 22nd at 7:00 PM
Place TBA

Fall School of Discipleship

Just wanted to remind you of the new Bible study sessions coming up this fall. We have TWO opportunities for you to get into the Word of God.

It's LADIES NIGHT OUT!
A special orientation will happen on Tuesday 9/22 at 7pm. Let me know if you can make it and put in your vote for where we will meet. You are invited to come to Ladies Night Out even if you are not participating in either Bible study. It's just our excuse to get together. (Although 1st Placers will have homework.)

SCHOOL OF DISCIPLESHIP
Beginning on Sunday 9/27 at 6pm, Smith Memorial Baptist Church is offering Esther by Beth Moore and Celebrate Success by First Place 4 Health*. They will meet on Sunday evenings from 6-7pm with programs for the kids as well as nursery.

DAYTIME BIBLE STUDY
We will also offer Celebrate Success by First Place 4 Health* on Tuesday mornings at 10 am beginning 9/29. No childcare available.

Bible study books are $10. Make checks payable to SMBC.

*A one time purchase 1st Place Members Kit is optional and can be purchased on-line at www.christianbookdistributors.com

I look forward to hearing from you.

Thanks,
Leigh Anne

566-2126 home; 812-5114 cell; gideonsvictory@verizon.net

Moving Forward Together - week 11

"See to it that no one misses the grace of God and that no bitt root grows up to cause trouble and defile many." Hebrews 12:15

Moving Forward Together - Outline week 11

binding it all together

Scripture memory
"See to it that no one misses the grace of God and that no bitt root grows up to cause trouble and defile many." Hebrews 12:15

Day 1 Noxious weeds and bitter roots
Day 2 The source of bitterness
Day 3 The source of grace
Day 4 The freedom of forgiveness
Day 5 The sweetness of rejoicing
Day 6 & 7 Reflection & application ~ Take a Thankfulness Walk!

Moving Forward Together - week 10

"Let us fix out eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before him endured the cross, scorning its shame and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God."
Hebrews 12:2

Moving Forward Together - Outline week 10

focused on the prize

Scripture Memory
"Let us fix out eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before him endured the cross, scorning its shame and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God."
Hebrews 12:2

Day 1 Eyes that see
Day 2 Focus of Jesus
Day 3 Look and be healed
Day 4 Looking down
Day 5 Focused on the solution, not the problem
Day 6 & 7 Reflection and application

Moving Forward Together - week 9

"Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us." Hebrews 12:1

Moving Forward Together - Outline week 9

breaking free

Scripture Memory
"Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us." Hebrews 12:1

Day 1 Our cheering section
Day 2 Hindrances
Day 3 Entangling Sin
Day 4 Perseverance
Day 5 The race marked out for us
Day 6 & 7 Reflection & Application - Spiritual principles that are specific to your situation and age appropriate

Moving Forward Together - week 8

"When the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that will never fade away."
1 Peter 5:4

Moving Forward Together - Outline week 8

true glory

Scripture Memory
"When the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that will never fade away."
1 Peter 5:4

Day 1 Instructions to Elders
Day 2 True glory
Day 3 Advice for the young
Day 4 The Master's Joy
Day 5 By grace alone
Day 6 & 7 Reflection and Application

Being Thrifty is Being a Good Stewart

I just signed up to follow the blog "A Thrifty Mom". They have tips on deals at CVS, Walgreens, Rite Aid, WalMart, etc. They also are giving away several coupon inserts worth over $620. I'm signed up and you can be too.

Rule of Five

We studied in week 6 of Moving Forward Together the "rule of 5" and how it applies to scripture reading...read 5 verses before and after the scripture you are studying/memorizing for best clarity and understanding; meditate on it 5 minutes; say it out loud 5 times; apply the verse 5 ways.

As we consider this "rule of 5" we discussed ways we can use it for our First Place 4 Health wellness/eating plan...

*Drink 5-6 cups of water per day (minimum)
*Eat 5 cups of fruits and vegetables per day
*Exercise 5 minutes/5 times a day (or exercise 5 times a week)
*Take 5 minutes to plan your meal (either 1 meal or for the day or the week - but take 5)
*If you are headed to the kitchen to grab something to eat but aren't feeling hungry, find 5 things to do instead (example: find homes for 5 stray items; set your kitchen timer for 5 minutes then get something if you find you are hungry; write an email to 5 people; read 5 pages in your favorite book; Open your Bible and pick chapter 5 verse 5 in whatever Book it happens to open to then apply the "rule of 5" for better understanding)

These simple "rules" can help you feel better in your quest for better health.

Give me 5,
Leigh Anne

Moving Forward Together Week 7

"Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize." 1 Corinthians 9:24

Focused on God

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http://www.ewomen.net/devos/2009-08-10/focused-god-s-love

Selah

Moving Forward Together - Outline week 7

all who run can win

Scripture Memory
"Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but onl y one gets the prize? run in such a way as to get the prize." 1 Corinthians 9:24

Day 1 Competition
Day 2 Freedom to be Faithful
Day 3 Training, training, training
Day 4 Motivated to Win
Day 5 Self-discipline
Day 6 & 7 Reflection and application

pursuit presses on

"But you, man of God, flee from all this, and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance and gentleness" 1 Timothy 6:11

Moving Forward Together - Week 6 Outline

Pursuit Presses On

Scripture Memory Verse
"But you, man of God, flee from all this, and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance and gentleness." 1 Timothy 6:11 (Go back and read 1 Timothy 6:3-11 to get correct context)

Day 1 All This
Day 2 the Principle of Replacement
Day 3 O Man of God
Day 4 In God's Time
Day 5 King of Kings and Lord of Lords
Day 6 & 7 "Rule of Five" Reflection and Application

Daily Prayer

O GOD, show me how to abide in You. Give me uncommon clarity in seeing the things that truly matter. Give me the courage to take on responsibilities that will require much of me and to say no to the things that are not of You. Give me a spiritual awareness that what I am doing is of eternal significance. LORD, I will give you all the glory, honor and praise. In the name of Christ Jesus my LORD and Savior. AMEN!

Forgiveness

"O compassionate Father, I am indeed blessed because You are my God, the One who forgives all my sins. Amen."

First Place 4 Health Bible study, Moving Forward Together, Week five, page 65


Father forgive us for being anxious about the financial situation we are in and the distress we feel towards to future. I am reminded in Your Word..."For I know the plans I have for you", declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future*." It goes on to say that I must come to You and pray and that You will hear my prayers. Thank you Father for your overflowing blessing that is evident in my life. May I be a blessing to others as You direct my path. In the name of Christ Jesus my LORD and Savior, Amen.

*See Jeremiah 29:11-13

Moving Forward Together Week 5

Over It All

Day 1 - Virtues in Vogue
Day 2 - Loving Myself
Day 3 - Put On a New Self
Day 4 - Humility Paves the Way for Forgiveness
Day 5 - Hidden but Not Covered Up
Day 6 & 7 - Reflection and Application

Moving Forward Together Week 5

Colossians 3:14 "And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity."

What things? Read Colossians 3:12-13. Hint: There are 7.

Just Say "No"

Titus 2:11-14 (New International Version)

¹¹For the grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all men. ¹²It teaches us to say "No" to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age, ¹³while we wait for the blessed hope—the glorious appearing of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ, ¹⁴who gave himself for us to redeem us from all wickedness and to purify for himself a people that are his very own, eager to do what is good.

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Moving Forward Together - Week 3 Outline

Review - List your goals from previous week (Please share in the comments section)
Day 1 - By Faith
Day 2 - Called and Accountable
Day 3 - Believing God
Day 4 - A New Name
Day 5 - Rich Rewards
Day 6 & 7 - Reflection and Application

Moving Forward Together - Week 3 Stepping Forward in Faith

"By faith Abraham, when called to go to a place he would later receive as his inheritance, OBEYED AND WENT, even though he did not know where he was going."

Hebrews 11:8

*emphasis mine ;-)

Moving Forward Together -Week 2 Step by Step

"I press on toward the goal
to win the prize
for which God has called me heavenward
in Christ Jesus."
Philippians 3:14

Not just about Weight Loss

"Seek first His kingdom and His righteousness and all these things will be given to you as well." Matthew 6:33

This is the foundation which the First Place 4 Health Bible study program was founded. First Place can ..."help you create balance in the four core areas of your life - emotional, spiritual, mental and physical. The results? Weight loss and total health from the inside out!"

For me, this program has not been about my weight its been about balance in my whole being. Searching the scriptures to gain the wisdom and knowledge God wants me to have in order to focus on Him, His plans, and to concentrate on how to get others facing in the same direction. There are several aspects to our lives and God may be dealing with you on your emotions, or your physical well being or another area. That's what is so great about this program, you can, with God's help, improve in that one area only or all the areas at once. The program is designed to be tailored to your needs and what God is wanting to bring out to either get rid of or to bring glory to His name.

Whatever your reason for joining First Place 4 Health, remember you are not alone, and with God all things are possible.

Summer Session Begins July 7th

Summer session begins July 7th at 9:00 am in the Family Life Center (Room 302) of Smith Memorial Baptist Church at 6515 Richmond Rd, Williamsburg, VA. "Moving Forward Together" will help us take the necessary steps to begin or continue on our journey to health and wholeness through the First Place 4 Health program. Bring your kids for a playdate however know that no formal childcare is scheduled. Please join us as we ..."seek first His Kingdom and His Righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well". Matthew 6:33

If you have your book, read over Week 1 and familiarize yourself with your study book.

I have 2 more books available at a cost of $13.50 each.

7/6/09 7:55am EST

T.H.I.N.K. before you speak

Augustine had a sign on his living room wall that said,

"He who speaks evil of an absent man or woman is not welcome at this table." Instead, try the acronym "T.H.I.N.K."the next time you are not sure whether or not you should say something.

•T- Is it Truthful?

•H- Is it Helpful?

•Is it Inspiring?

•N-Is it Necessary?

•K- Is it Kind?

Instead of speaking evil of someone, we are to "be kind to each other, tenderhearted, forgiving one another." You might say, "But they don't deserve that!" True, but neither do you or I, and God still forgave us. Paul concludes this passage by saying, "Just as God through Christ has forgiven you." Forgiven people should be forgiving people. Otherwise, we are grieving the Spirit.

To God Be the Glory

When you have considered the question Jesus is asking us "What do you want Me to do for you?", we also have to ask ourselves: "Why do I do what I do?". The Bible says

"Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men," (Colossians 3:23).

Are you searching for praise from others when you should be seeking to do what you do so your Father in Heaven can say to you: ... 'Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master's happiness!' Matthew 25:21.

Oh Father please forgive me for wanting praise for myself instead of giving it to You. You who are worthy of all my praise and thanksgiving. You are the One who blesses me beyond my understanding. Please create in me a clean heart as I stand before Your throne of grace. In Jesus name, Amen

Our Power Supply

Our study over the past week was about "Our Power Supply", which is of course the Holy Spirit of God. On Tuesday, our prayer request was centered around this question that Jesus is asking: "What do you want Me to do for you?". The blind man knew what he wanted Jesus to do for him, so did the lame man, and the woman who touched the hem of His garment as well as the man with the sick little girl.

Stop and take a moment to ponder this question as if Jesus is asking you:
"What do you want Me to do for you?"

Right now I want you to focus on Jesus. Use your prayer time to talk to Him about yourself. In a later prayer time you can discuss your other prayer requests, but right now think about this question. Do you know what you want Jesus to do for you? He is waiting for you to let Him know.

Love,
Leigh Anne

Week 6 Pave the Pathway with Prayer

"Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know." Jeremiah 33:3

National Day of Prayer - May 7th

I Thessalonians 5:16-18

" Be joyful always;

pray continually;

give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus."

Week 5 Our Battle Hymn

2 Corinthians 10:4

"The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world. On the contrary, they have divine power to demolish strongholds."

Helpful or Harmful

Good Morning! FYI It's 7:15 am eastern.

Read Matthew 14:22-33. Are you focusing on the things that can cause harm to the work Christ has set before you? Are you crying out to Him in your time of need? Why is it that we constantly are learning the lesson that if we just cry out to Jesus in our time of need He will immediately come to our rescue? And why do we get ourselves is the predicament that we become 'urgent' with our request? Ugh!

What is harmful to you as you pursue Christ? Doubt; Fear; Worry; Loss of Focus (on Jesus); Crowds (of the wrong kind).

What is helpful to you as you pursue Christ? Trust; "Getting out of the Boat"; Prayer (a crying out); Faith; Peace; Solitude (alone time with Christ away from people, different from feeling lonely - which we are never alone when our focus is on Christ).

My prayer: LORD, Save Me! Save me from my selfish ways.

Sleep

Hello its 7 am Eastern.

I wanted to let you know that I was in bed before 9pm and set my alarm for 6a and made myself stay in bed until it went off. I woke up before it went off but I don't knwo when because I refused to look at the clock. I was determined to stay at rest until 6a.

I did dream so I don't know really how much sleep I now feel really good about what I can accomplish today.

We read about how we need sleep just as much as we need to eat so doing both without starving either will help us make us strong to do what Christ has set before us.

Thank you for your prayers and encouragement. You guys helped me realize that I was not giving myself enough rest. Your commitment to the First Place meetings is crucial to helping each other through these times when we cannot see looking out but you can see looking in.

Love,
Leigh Anne

Week 3 Day 2 Still

What have you given up so that you can wholeheartedly commit yourself to physical, mental, emotional and spiritual fitness through participation in First Place 4 Health?

What are the things you must leave behind in order to achieve success about letting your yes be yes and your no be no?

What do you need to say no to in order to say yes to Jesus' call that you care for yourself as a reflection of His love for you?

Week 3 Day 2

James 4:17 "Anyone, then, who knows the good he ought to do and doesn't do it, sins". Are you still on your knees? I feel like I am. I realized that this is the reason we must 'pray continually' and confess the sins we are not aware of because we are constantly at battle in this area (at least I am.) I felt a sense of condemnation fall on me because I fail in this arena all the time. I know what I should do to eat better; exercise; schedule my; pray; study the Bible; memorize scripture, etc. (Notice I did not say attend church-that is for another discussion) There are only so many 'activities' I can fit into my day or week so choose wisely with His counsel on where you need to be and when.

Ouch! I need a boo boo cover. Wait I have it! It's His banner of Love. Not an excuse but an acknowledgement that He is my rock and my Source of encouragement.

"O Lord, how foolish I am when I make vows instead of simply saying yes to the things You are asking of me. Please forgive me for substituting boastful words for consistent action. Amen.
FP4H Prayer end of Day 2 Week 3

Week 3 Words for the Wise Traveler

"It is better not to vow than to make a vow and not fulfill it." Ecclesiastes 5:5

Week 2 Day 5 - Resolve and Determination

Day 5 Not too difficult - I resolve to do what's right with regard to my relationship with Jesus; I am determined to let the fruit of self-control be evident in my eating habits and the priority I give the activities I get involved in and do what is best for me and my family. I must do the FP4H on purpose, for a purpose...HIS PURPOSE. What do you resolve to do?

Week 2 Day 3

How did you do over the Easter holiday? What excuse did you use to overindulge? Why do we allow ourselves to self-sabotage and then blame everyone else? Taking personal responsibility is something that has lost its value these days. It's McDonald's fault that they insist I super size so now I am overweight. Paleese! I know it's hard for me to say 'no'. You can tell that by my schedule so what is a girl to do? I have learned (and still learning) that being still, if just for a short period of time, say 15 minutes, and reviewing my to do list helps me refocus on my mission for the day. Currently, I am trying to overcome (endure) some back pain in the middle of my shoulders and tried everything yesterday. I did my Bible study, prayed, cried, took motrin, used an ice pack, laid around on the couch and on the bed, soaked in the tub (with bubbles), and yes it eased up until I got up to do something around the house. I must realize that I need to take care of myself so that I can take care of those around me. That means saying yes to letting my to do list sit unattended for awhile until I have accomplished what really matters, time in His Word and prayer. I felt very relaxed after these things were complete because they were the most important of the day. How is your day prioritized? Are you taking time to say no to things and yes to rest in Christ Jesus? Please consider it today and every day!

Week 2 Day 2 Daily Victory, Daily Joy

Day 2 Reference: Luke 9:57-62 Jesus was on His way when He performed miracles and preached. On His way to His destination He encountered people and considered it an opportunity to minister. He knew His final destination and kept the end result in mind along the way. What does your journey look like? Are you touching lives for Jesus on your journey? Or are you frustrated and impatient with the 'interruptions' instead of thinking about them as 'opportunities' to share the love of Jesus?

Jesus did not take a shortcut or make excuses on His way to the cross. His journey took time with many obstacles (opportunites) along the way. Are you taking advantage of the opportunities to make better choices?

Lord, help me!

Week 2 Day 1 - Daily Victory, Daily Joy

Week 2 Day 1 Encountering Obstacles: Have you resolved to follow Christ with all your soul and all your heart?

"Now what I am commanding you today is not too difficult for you or beyond your reach." Deuteronomy 30:11

Welcome to the Smith Memorial Baptist Church (SMBC) Ladies Bible Study. We are currently studying First Place 4 Health. This is our second 12-weeks in a year long journey to a healthier lifestyle. Our focus is on putting Christ First Place in our lives and gaining a sense of balance as we focus on Him in 4 areas of our lives: mental, emotional, physical and spiritual. This sessions study is entitled Daily Victory, Daily Joy. Please check back for frequent updates and challenges during this study time. The study books are available from SMBC for $13 each. Please feel free to contact me for more information through this blog or by calling the church office at (757) 565-0476.

Tip of the Day February 3, 2009

Use less or no sugar in your coffee or tea. Also less creamer. You can get some of your milk in this way though. Use low fat milk instead of cream in your tea and coffee.



You know my folly O God; my guilt is not hidden from you. Psalm 69:5

Tip of the Day February 2, 2009

Limit fried foods to once or twice per week.

What more can I say, all that high fat stuff is just plain bad for ya!




Whoever has my commands and obeys them, he is the one who loves me. He who loves me will be loved by my Father, and I too will love him and show myself to him. John 14:21

Words of the Day February 2, 2009

Perseverance, Forgiveness, Endurance, Obedience...Read Matthew 14:22-33. What happened to Peter when he took his eyes off Jesus? Then what happened? How can you apply verse 30 to your life? What are your eyes fixed on? Repeat after me - Perseverance, Forgiveness, Endurance, Obedience...Perseverance, Forgiveness, Endurance, Obedience. Again...Again...and Again. Keep reminding yourself to keep up the GOOD work and throw off (or throw out) that which entangles us and causes us to sin.

Tip of the Day January 31, 2009

Cut back on butter and mayo.

Try sprays for cooking and yogurt with some lemons for dressing for salads.

When cooking onions on the stove top just add a little water instead of butter and cook until clear.

Have a great day!

Tip of the Day January 30, 2009

Order half portions at restaurants, or share a full portion with somebody. Or ask for a "to-go" container when you order your food, and pack up half the portion before you even start eating. If going fast food order from the kids menu. (That is actually the portion size we should have!)

Restaurants over portion everything so we think we are getting our monies worth. The amount of food we get is WAY too much! So, spread the food around and share!

Tip of the Day January 29, 2009

Water, water, water....This will help you not hold water, and no longer be dehydrated. Your skin and hair will also love this. They will not be as dry!

Have a great day!

Prayer Requests for 1/25/09-2/1/09

Share your prayers and concerns with each other. There will be a new place to post these each week.

Recipes

Would love to share some new recipes with each other!