Hello Ladies!
So we have made it to the last week of focusing on the Temple. But, it doesn't stop here. In fact, we are just getting started! We have to continue to build on the foundation that God has provided for us. Through every challenging turn we will take in this life, it is imperative to understand that our bodies do not belong to us. Yes, we will get tired; indeed, we will get sick; Lord knows that we will get hurt. However ladies, we must never get broken. Cherish God's Temple ladies. Use It the way He sees fit. Listen to your body, but never be afraid to challenge it. Always seek for betterment. Always continue to build up yourself and one another. Please join me for this months last tool:
Tool: Helpful links
1)Visit the following link: "7 ways God made it Simple to Take Care of Your Temple."
http://www.cdrewu.edu/assets/pdfs/JerryAnderson_YourTemple.pdf
Post which way that you feel is most challenging to you and why. PLEASE POST NLT WEDNESDAY EVENING. This will allow time for us to comment back and forth with one another, with recommendations, questions, suggestions etc.
2) Visit the following link: "10 Health Juicing Recipes for Cleansing the Body."
http://www.thecultureist.com/2013/06/24/10-healthy-juicing-recipes-for-detox-cleanse/
Pick at least one of these delicious detox recipe, and enjoy! Celebrate yourself for making your Temple stronger than it was before, and for taking the steps to making a lifetime of betterment.
Look forward to hearing from you all. Have a blessed week!
Hello Ladies,
ReplyDeleteI have choosen "Renew Your Mind Daily"
The reason I have choosen this one is not only because Romans 12:2 is one of my favorite Bible Scriptures, but because we have to try to renew our minds daily. There is so much that we see out in the world today that influences what we do, say, and think. I feel that if we look to renewing our minds daily by prayer asking God for guidance and understanding, we will be able to see and feel a difference in the way we live our lives. We don't want to do something just because we see the world doing it, but we should transform our body's to doing God's will. I want to feel good daily about what I do knowing it is pleasing to God and putting my mind and body at peace.
I definitely have to agree with you mom. I think a lot of time we let too much of the world influence how we think. We have gotten away from "What would Jesus Do," and replaced that mentality with "what will society think?" We have to get back on track with God wants us to be, and a big part of that is Renewing our minds.
DeleteGreat insight Terri!
DeleteMy challenge would be to "Stay Strong." I am going to be honest with you, I am exhausted. From raising a family, to studying for promotion and trying to get in shape, at times I just want to give up. But, then I have to ask myself, what if God had the same attitude towards us? There are so many things that we continue to do that makes us unworthy, but yet He continues to love us. We get stuck living for today that we sometimes neglect to see the bigger picture. Imagine had Moses did that, and gave up on the mission that God had given him, the people would have never made it to the Promise Land. So, that's what I need to start doing. Staying strong, even when I am tired, and setting my sites on the Promise Land.
ReplyDeleteVery well said Jade. In my eyes, you're one of the strongest people I know!
DeleteThank you Jess. But it does get rather tempting to give up.
DeleteI plan to EAT (eliminate all trash)!
ReplyDeleteOne of my challenges is finding motivation to get back into the gym and creating a healthy lifestyle for myself. There really isn't an excuse for it. I have allowed myself to become comfortable with buying bigger clothes and eating what I want blah blah blah. I am committing myself eliminate all trash. I look forward to pushing through my laziness, doing a detox, and being good to my temple.
Jade, you did an amazing job this month and I certainly give you credit for helping me be a better me by forcing me to think long and hard about how to take care of this temple!
Thank you very much Shana. However, understand that it is you all that inspired me to do this. God has paved the path, and now I am striving to follow his footsteps. And I am able to do so with your support and guidance. So, thank you!
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ReplyDeleteIs it me or were there 8 things listed, not 7...anyway... Having a baby has made me realize how out of shape I really am. These last couple months have been extremely challenging in which it has been difficult for me to get up and move around the way that I should. I've had some issues with my knees these last couple weeks and I am extremely uncomfortable with that. This entire year and moving forward, I will need to find ways to be and stay active not only for me, but for my little one. You only get one body!
And that is the truth Jen. Little man is only going to be tiny for so long, and then before you know it he is going to be off expecting you to keep up. Treat yourself. Not only physically, but also mentally. Aches and pain half of the time are more mental than they are physical. And feel free to ask me anything. I'm no fitness coach but I know a little thing or two about post labor body changes.
DeleteThanks Jade! I appreciate that. I'm really looking forward to the warm weather so I can get out with King. I think I'm going to invest in a jogger and start running. There are a ton of trails over here.
DeleteI hope this doesn't come across as insulting, but I'm willing to pledge $50 towards your jogger so that you can reach your health goal.
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ReplyDeleteSo to take better care of my temple, I will make a better effort to eat better and exercise. No more "Oh I'll start next week." I've been saying that for going on 3 months now and its ridiculous. I want to be able to run around and be active with my baby girl without complaining that I'm too tires or have body aches. The excuses stop today! Maybe Monday. Totally kidding!
Jess your CRAZY...LOL!
DeleteMy biggest thing is working on being strong. With moving to a new state and completely starting over once again my stress levels are pretty high and I feel myself at a low right now. But I'm not going to give up on my job hunt and exercise plan and staying focused.
ReplyDeleteJust know that no matter how far you are Val, you have family and support here. It's always a struggle to start over or from ground up. But understand that there is a lot of good that can come from it. A new chapter in life, as one would say, and each page is what you make of it. As far as a job search, maybe now God has provided you with a time to be humble, and focus on the things you desire to do. Not just for a pay check, but for you...
DeleteThat's an excellent point Jade. I firmly believe that you are always exactly where you are supposed to be even when it feels like you're not. There's a lesson in every life experience. I'm looking forward to next month where we focus on Knowledge of Self. Val, hopefully you can get to a place where you discover your true self and learn what it is that you really want for yourself.
DeleteThat's an excellent point Jade. I firmly believe that you are always exactly where you are supposed to be even when it feels like you're not. There's a lesson in every life experience. I'm looking forward to next month where we focus on Knowledge of Self. Val, hopefully you can get to a place where you discover your true self and learn what it is that you really want for yourself.
DeleteIt is so good to see how you all are going to work on your weaknesses, or better yet how you want to make changes in your life. I love reading everything you all have written, and plan on using some of your ideas and guidelines for myself. Jade, you did a fantastic job this month with all your words of wisdom and support guiding down the right path. Thank you, and I love you all so much.
DeleteIt is so good to see how you all are going to work on your weaknesses, or better yet how you want to make changes in your life. I love reading everything you all have written, and plan on using some of your ideas and guidelines for myself. Jade, you did a fantastic job this month with all your words of wisdom and support guiding down the right path. Thank you, and I love you all so much.
DeleteVal, I can tell you that NC, just like other states really have a lot to offer. You just have to do a little research and you might have to get out every once and a while if you haven't yet. Leaving from NC to CO was a challenge until I figured out why. What I noticed was that NC allowed me a lot of time to sit idle and entertain thoughts be it good or bad. Moving to CO was so noisy I never really get the chance to do that any more and that isn't really a bad thing. Perhaps you can see what it is that you don't like about NC and focus more on what you do like and do more of it. Actually do that with everything :)
DeleteTHE BODY PLEDGE
ReplyDeleteI vow to start loving my body, however I am feeling, however I look, and wherever I am.
I promise to stop the negative self-talk and to fight back against my negative thoughts. Not everthing I think is true.
I pledge to never participate in group body bashing of myself and others. This includes snide remarks towards other women and picking myself apart.
I promise to refrain from hurting my body by treating it violently , not feeding it properly, or taking care of it.
I promise to never compare my body to others.
I promise to not be affected by the negative appeals of the media. I know that the media does not set the standars of beauty or perfection.
I promise to recognize that all body types are beautiful.
I vow to recognize my strengths, achievements, and attractiveness. I am a wonderful, unique person.
I promise not to get down on myself when I make a mistake. I am human and I know that mistakes are how I learn.
I pledge to be myself unapologetically and will not change my personality or how I act no matter how I feel around other people. Those who do not respect me and my true self do not deserve my friendship.
I vow to stand up for myself and others whei I hear something harmful or mean said. We all deserve respect and love.
WOW! excellent introduction for your lesson next month. The bible says "God saw all the he had made, and it was VERY GOOD" Genesis 1:31 I believe this verse includes all of us.
DeleteThis month's exercise was truly amazing. I have begin rest more and eat less LOL.I'm starting to exercising again and can I just say I feel good already. I have started watching what I eat which uncovered something I was in denial about....I love sugar. Fruity candy is my absolute down fall, and I can't wait to tell you all how it WAS my down fall. I think I fell in a trap between loving all of myself and having a mate who never made me feel negative about my weight gain or anything else. I became complacent and now the struggle is real. Would I like to look leaner? Yes. Would I like to not have to shop in the plus size? Absolutely. However, those things are just minimal. I WANT TO LIVE A LIFE OF LONGEVITY. I don't want to plague my life with hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, or any other stigma regarding weight, and refuse to. Matter fact, I might go to the gym again right dang now I don't inspired myself so much right now.
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