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God Has So Much More For You ~ Sunday Devotional

But as it is written: “Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, nor have entered into the heart of man the things which God has prepared for those who love…

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How to Establish and Maintain Long-Term Fitness

Are you in it for the long haul? My newest book is titled “A Year of Sundays: 52 Faith & Fitness Devotions.” Why a year? Why 52 weeks? Sure, you…

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Your Foundation ~ Sunday Devotional

But why do you call Me ‘Lord, Lord,’ and not do the things which I say? Whoever comes to Me, and hears My sayings and does them, I will show…

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Does Something Need to Change? ~ Sunday Devotional

For this is the love of God, that we keep His commandments. And His commandments are not burdensome. 1 John 5:3 (NKJV) If what you’re doing isn’t leading to peace…

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Truth Will Set You Free ~ Sunday Devotional

And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free. John 8:32 (NKJV) Freedom was all I wanted when I was struggling with my body image. I…

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Be The Good ~ Sunday Devotional

Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good. Romans 12:21 (NKJV) What is evil? Some words found to define it: destructive, harmful, detrimental.  Evil doesn’t surround us…

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Happy Saturday! Get out and #shoplocal today! Happy Saturday! Get out and #shoplocal today! Reminder: I’ll be at @threesistersbooks with my books 1-3pm. #smallbusiness #smallbusinessowner #smallbusinesssaturday #saturdaymorningrun
Book signing tomorrow at Three Sisters, 1:00-3:00P Book signing tomorrow at Three Sisters, 1:00-3:00PM. ⁠ ⁠ Hope to see you there!⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #BookSigning #FaithAndFitness #SmallBusinessSaturday #ShopLocal #SupportLocalBusiness
Happy Thanksgiving! Are you still planking? I add Happy Thanksgiving! Are you still planking? I added a few rows to mine today then got out for a short rainy run. I don’t workout on a holiday so that I can eat. I workout because that’s what makes me feel good. While a holiday is a special day, it doesn’t change my approach to how I eat and move. I get up and spend time with Jesus, move, drink water, and eat for satisfaction without feeling stuffed 🤷🏻‍♀️#moderation365 @moderation365 Wishing you a Thanksgiving just the way you like it! I’m so grateful you’re here 💙 #HappyThanksgiving #planksgiving2021 #faithandfitness #begrateful #gratitude #gratitudepractice #jesussweatcoffee
You made it to the final day of #Planksgiving2021 You made it to the final day of #Planksgiving2021 Cue the confetti!⁠ ⁠ "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose." Romans 8:28 (NIV)⁠ ⁠ Today we're going to thank God for the struggles, the challenges, the difficulties in our lives. It's during these times that He works good in us and through us.⁠ ⁠ Just as this challenge was intended to strengthen our core and our sense of gratitude so there are things in our lives that have happened in order to make us stronger.⁠ ⁠ As you hold your final plank today, think of those things you've gone through that have made you stronger. Perhaps in the midst of the struggle, it was difficult to see God's plan. But now, looking back, can you see His hand and how He was working out things for good? Thank Him.⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #FaithAndFitness #BeGrateful #StrongerEveryDay #PlankChallenge #GratitudePractice #GodHasAPlan
There was a time when the holiday season made me a There was a time when the holiday season made me anxious. I worried that I would get off track. I exercised more to allow for extra calories that I would consume. I was worried if I didn't know what foods I'd have to choose from when I went somewhere. I mean, how was I going to plan what I could eat and calculate calories ahead of time?! My focus was on me, my body, and food. I lacked confidence in my decision-making around food, and I was full of anxiety just trying to survive. But that's not what the holidays are about. The holidays are so much more than food. Yes, food is a big part of it, and that's okay. There's something special about sharing a meal with friends and loved ones. Savor those foods that only show up this time of year. But then enjoy the people and the conversations. Really be present. When you let go of the worries around calories and weigh-ins, you can truly enjoy the day, the people, the experiences. I spent too many holidays and special occasions distracted and uncomfortable in my own skin because I was more focused on calories rather than connections with others. Believe me, no one is keeping track of what you eat or don't eat or how much you weigh or your morning workout. And if they are, that's on them, not on you. Enjoy the holiday season. Show up confidently. Enjoy Thanksgiving Day the same way you do the following Monday. Live fit AND free! It's possible. {photo: @gracedilephotography } #Moderation365 #FaithAndFitness #FitAndFree #MakePeaceWithFood #MakePeaceWithYourBody @moderation365
Happy Thanksgiving week! There's so much to be tha Happy Thanksgiving week! There's so much to be thankful for today and every day, this time of year and every season of the year. What are you thankful for right now? We're still planking and sharing those things in my Facebook group. Join us there or check in right here! Something I'm celebrating today and this week is my new book. It's here. I have copies. I'll be at Three Sisters on Saturday to sign some books. It still blows my mind that people not only want copies but also want a signature to go along with it. I do not take this for granted. I'm just trying to be obedient to the Lord and share the message He's shared with me. This book is a result of consistency. Consistency in writing devotions weekly on how to apply God's Word to your fitness. And consistency in simply showing up every day and honoring the body God has entrusted to me. There's nothing, and yet everything, magical about that. When you simply continue taking small steps and implementing small changes and sticking to them on your healthy living journey, you'll realize that you have established a sustainable healthy lifestyle. All the while, you and I are just living the life God designed for us. This book really hits on the work that needs to happen INSIDE so that you can get the outside results that will last. #AYearOfSundays #LastingResults #FaithAndFitness #Gratitude #AmWriting #Devotional #ConsistencyIsKey #GodsWordIsTheAnswer #Planksgiving2021
{Sunday Devotion - God has so much more for you} {Sunday Devotion - God has so much more for you} “But as it is written: “Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, nor have entered into the heart of man the things which God has prepared for those who love Him.” 1 Corinthians 2:9 (NKJV) Are you enjoying all that God has for you? Do you even realize what’s possible? I can only imagine what Heaven will be like and the life God has planned for us there. But what about now? Here on Earth? God created you on purpose. He has a plan for you. No matter how old you are or what stage you’re at, He has things prepared for you yet to do. Are you living it? Are you allowing Him free reign to do what He pleases in you and through you? It wasn’t until I broke free of distractions that I started realizing God intended so much more for me. First I had to surrender. For the longest time, I was consumed with insecurities and focused on losing weight to feel better - in my body and as a person. Once the scale hit that arbitrary magic number then, and only then, would I focus on other things in life. But as you know, that number is fleeting. It’s always changing. And if you reach that number, then you might as well go for a lower one, right? I was so misguided. The life God had for me was not determined by a number on a scale. He never said that His love for me was based on my weight. It was not criteria for how He would bless me or use me. I was the one putting limits on God. The only thing that mattered to me was losing weight. I felt that once that happened then I could open myself to more in my life. I was putting God on hold while I struggled with this issue, this burden, that He never asked me to carry. I was missing out. Please don’t let that be you too. God has a plan for you. He had it before you were even born. It’s prepared. It’s laid out...all the way to Heaven. All He asks is that you love Him and receive the love He has for you. Stop toiling with futile things. Surrender the burden to God and start living with expectation. Get excited about the life He has for you. No matter your age or season of life, God has something grand planned. Get ready. It’s better than you could imagine. Happy Sunday!
#Planksgiving2021 is in full swing! Today is day 6 #Planksgiving2021 is in full swing! Today is day 6 of 10. Get in on the second half of the challenge by using the link in bio. Are you planking today?? What are you waiting for?? #thanksgiving #begrateful #workoutmotivation #gratitudepractice #planksgiving #planksgivingchallenge #saturdaymorning #faithandfitness
I'm happy to announce that books have arrived! AND I'm happy to announce that books have arrived! AND, I'll be doing a signing at @threesistersbooks on Saturday November 27, 1:00-3:00PM. ⁠ ⁠ If you're not local, you can order books now from Amazon. It's available in paperback and on Kindle. ⁠ Photo: @gracedilephotography ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #DailyDevotional #FaithAndFitness #BookSigning #BookRelease #Devotions
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