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I AM DECLARING MY INDEPENDENCE!

Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord, the people he chose for his inheritance. -Psalm 33:12 NIV Let me wish you all a happy Independence Day! It is great that we live in a country where we are … Continue reading

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Crushed Spirit – Proverbs 18:14

Proverbs 18:14 – The human spirit can endure in sickness, but a crushed spirit who can bear? What a vicious cycle a person finds himself in when his spirit is crushed. He can’t see the light of day for all … Continue reading

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CHALLENGE FORTY-NINE: Identifying Triggers Challenge

Triggers are conditions and situations that cause you to eat. Think about the times that you have given in to temptations and ate something you shouldn’t have eaten. What caused you to lose control? One of my biggest triggers is … Continue reading

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Liking Me – Psalm 20:1-5

Psalm 20:1-5 1 May the Lord answer you when you are in distress; may the name of the God of Jacob protect you. 2 May he send you help from the sanctuary and grant you support from Zion. 3 May … Continue reading

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A Sea of Emotions – Matthew 14:25-33

Wind of fury, splashing surf Tossed about by my self-worth Foamy seas, white-capped waves Doomed to be emotional slaves Hearts aflutter, mind can’t think Doubt and fear, I start to sink Over my head, I’m in too deep Regrets and … Continue reading

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Learn From the Defeats – Isaiah 1:17

Isaiah 1:17 -Learn to do right; seek justice. Defend the oppressed. Take up the cause of the fatherless; plead the case of the widow. Defeats come hard. We usually beat ourselves over the head with them. There is guilt. There … Continue reading

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Learning To Forgive… Yourself – Psalm 38:4

Psalm 38:4 – My guilt has overwhelmed me like a burden too heavy to bear. Matthew 18:21, 22 – Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, “Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother or sister who sins against … Continue reading

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