Today is Sunday. It is a day made for mankind by God for us to rest in. Rest is not laying around on the couch or sleeping until noon, but rather it is being totally immersed in God. Actually He want us to live that way every day, but Sundays are special. It is a day to be intentional; a day to put aside distractions and focus completely on God. By laying aside all chores and busyness, we are able set our hearts, eyes, minds and bodies on Him who is the author and finisher of our faith. It is a perfect day to run!Today as I go out, I am going to be meditating on the phrase "out of darkness into the Light," which my friend Terry had for me this morning. It is so cool that I have been reading in 1 John 1-2 for the last several weeks. What has been in my heart is the truth that when we don't love our brothers and sisters and ourselves we are walking in darkness. The biggie for me has always been loving myself. That is part of what this 60 day health challenge has been for me. I am trying to lay aside those weights that keep me back and move into the place of freedom, part of which can only come as I take care of this body of mine, which is the dwelling place of the Holy Spirit. Neglecting my health and body is disrespectful to my God.
Be encouraged today, friends! Keep going. Don't let lapses over-power you! You can do it! We can do it!
Don't worry about anything, but give it all to God with prayer and thanksgiving!! We are going to make it, together!!!
Blessings and hugs, Anna Marie
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