Today is the first day that I looked in the mirror and could see the beginning of my efforts finally reflecting back at me in the mirror. I am so looking forward to seeing less and less of me as the days pass by. I really needed the boost today. When looking back, I began this journey, this commitment to sticking to 3 specific goals 3 weeks ago. When it comes to the weight loss / exercise goal, it took me two full weeks just to build up enough endurance to complete 45 minutes of cardio. While I have yet to complete this workout for a full seven days straight, I have managed to exercise every day since I began.
Yesterday, my knees hurt for the first time in forever. They were so bad I dreaded going up and down the stairs so I took that as a solid indication that I needed to rest from my video and instead just do some ab and bicep reps. Along with that while it might not seem like much, I completely removed everything from one of the children's rooms, cleaned the carpet and rearranged it all so that they now have more room, not to mention a more organized system so that they should be able to keep up with putting away clean clothes as well as taking out the dirty ones! I feel like that should almost go down in the category of weight lifting as moving beds and dressers around takes some serious strength!
When it comes to my goal of focusing more on God's word, I am pleased with my changes in this area as well. I had originally thought I would begin in the book of Ephesians, but in reality, I have begun in the gospel of John. It is my favorite because it shares so much of the conversational language of Christ. Never have I read a book where a character has exempted more wisdom and humor in the midst of persecution. You really get a deeper perspective on the heart of God by reading this gospel slowly, taking it all in.
I also made the move from K-love back to Moody. There was a little grumbling from the children, but I stood my ground. All day long as I move in and out of the kitchen / dining room area I get valuable teaching straight from God's word. I am telling you it is like I have more energy and focus in doing this. I had all but forgotten how much I loved listening to this station. Talk about feeding your mind all day long.
I think the one area that I am still falling short on is my blog. While I have written more this month than I have in the last two years combined, I am still falling short. I need to get reorganized with my pictures so that I can add them into my blog posts. Without a picture, I cannot share my posts in places like pinterest. As always, there is plenty of room for growth where all 3 of my goals are concerned. However, I am rejoicing over my victories. In reflection, I have come a long way baby! In the end, the secret to my success lies in my relationship with Christ. With His help, I can do all things.
Before I close out today, I must share a little bit how my brain works . . . this way, should you decide to purchase my book, you'll have a little glimpse into my weird sense of humor. When I got dressed today, I felt like the outfit I put on was much roomier than it had been when I put it on last winter. Sure enough as I looked in the mirror, I realized my shape was shifting ever so slightly. Some of me was missing! Immediately I thought about the verses in the Bible that talk about longing for less of me and more of God and it made me chuckle.
John 3:30, (NASB): "He must increase, but I must decrease . . .
Now shrinking in size is not what the Bible is speaking of when it speaks of less of ones self and more of God, but irony comes with a good chuckle sometimes . . . this was one of those times.
With that being said, it is my prayer that God bubbles forth from inside of me. I pray I see others with His eyes and His heart. Help me be a better servant to you Father. Thank you for your humor, your love and all of your daily blessings. In Jesus name I pray!
Wendy, mom of many, girl who walks with God.
(c) Wendy Glidden 2018
Yesterday, my knees hurt for the first time in forever. They were so bad I dreaded going up and down the stairs so I took that as a solid indication that I needed to rest from my video and instead just do some ab and bicep reps. Along with that while it might not seem like much, I completely removed everything from one of the children's rooms, cleaned the carpet and rearranged it all so that they now have more room, not to mention a more organized system so that they should be able to keep up with putting away clean clothes as well as taking out the dirty ones! I feel like that should almost go down in the category of weight lifting as moving beds and dressers around takes some serious strength!
When it comes to my goal of focusing more on God's word, I am pleased with my changes in this area as well. I had originally thought I would begin in the book of Ephesians, but in reality, I have begun in the gospel of John. It is my favorite because it shares so much of the conversational language of Christ. Never have I read a book where a character has exempted more wisdom and humor in the midst of persecution. You really get a deeper perspective on the heart of God by reading this gospel slowly, taking it all in.
I also made the move from K-love back to Moody. There was a little grumbling from the children, but I stood my ground. All day long as I move in and out of the kitchen / dining room area I get valuable teaching straight from God's word. I am telling you it is like I have more energy and focus in doing this. I had all but forgotten how much I loved listening to this station. Talk about feeding your mind all day long.
I think the one area that I am still falling short on is my blog. While I have written more this month than I have in the last two years combined, I am still falling short. I need to get reorganized with my pictures so that I can add them into my blog posts. Without a picture, I cannot share my posts in places like pinterest. As always, there is plenty of room for growth where all 3 of my goals are concerned. However, I am rejoicing over my victories. In reflection, I have come a long way baby! In the end, the secret to my success lies in my relationship with Christ. With His help, I can do all things.
Before I close out today, I must share a little bit how my brain works . . . this way, should you decide to purchase my book, you'll have a little glimpse into my weird sense of humor. When I got dressed today, I felt like the outfit I put on was much roomier than it had been when I put it on last winter. Sure enough as I looked in the mirror, I realized my shape was shifting ever so slightly. Some of me was missing! Immediately I thought about the verses in the Bible that talk about longing for less of me and more of God and it made me chuckle.
John 3:30, (NASB): "He must increase, but I must decrease . . .
Now shrinking in size is not what the Bible is speaking of when it speaks of less of ones self and more of God, but irony comes with a good chuckle sometimes . . . this was one of those times.
With that being said, it is my prayer that God bubbles forth from inside of me. I pray I see others with His eyes and His heart. Help me be a better servant to you Father. Thank you for your humor, your love and all of your daily blessings. In Jesus name I pray!
Wendy, mom of many, girl who walks with God.
(c) Wendy Glidden 2018
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