Thanks, Jane, for the great post. Great to remember. It reminds me of Norman Vincent Peale. I heard a speech of his, years ago, where he said that when things were going very smoothly and trial-free, he would actually pray, "God, don't You trust me anymore?"
Yeah.
I found two quotes this morning that were very good for me today:
"Never give up, for that is just the place and time that the tide will turn." - Harriet Beecher Stowe
"We are responsible for the duration and intensity of our temptation." - Neal A. Maxwell
I'm thinking that the duration and intensity of a temptation has to do with which way we are facing. If we look down, the pull of gravity, natural man, and old habits, will make the temptation seem too great. But if we can look up, towards where we want to be, we will keep pushing.
LOOK UP! The tide is turning as we do this contest! We can do this - we can change! As we consistently start over and live correct principles of health, the Lord's grace will begin to change us, transforming us into people who prefer healthy habits.
Happy Sunday, everyone!
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