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.