Devotionals for Dieters

godsbeloved79 · 07-31-2006, 09:41 PM

July 31, 2006

Proverbs 10:25

As the whirlwind passeth, so is the wicked no more: but the righteous is an everlasting foundation.

When the group began, there were sixteen people involved. They all made a contract to lose twenty pounds by spring. Spring was less than two weeks away, and the group was down to seven members. As Jean walked along the sidewalk toward the building where her group met, she noticed some small saplings bending in the stiff March breeze. Some had broken off, but a few determined little plants held on for dear life. 'I'm like that,' Jean thought. 'Most of the others have given up, but I'm going to hang in there, no matter how stiff the challenge.' Perseverance is a huge part of a successful diet. Continually ask God for commitment to your cause. He is good to give it.

Today's thought: I'm determined to make it, no matter what!

katz · 08-01-2006, 06:06 AM

What a great devotional! Thanks for posting this. I too, feel very determined to do this!

Butternut · 08-01-2006, 06:28 AM

Great idea! Thanks for the devotional.

godsbeloved79 · 08-01-2006, 06:35 AM

August 1, 2006

John 14:18

'I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you.'

Joan was such a great friend. Almost every day she would stop by to see how things were going. Joan had been there herself. She had battled her weight for years. It was comforting to have someone around who had made it. Joan looked great. Just knowing it could be done made the whole diet easier, somehow. When we try to lose weight all by ourselves, the struggle is doubly difficult. We all need support in tough times. We can count on God's comfort when we diet. He has promised that He will never leave us comfortless. Believe in that promise. When our diets seem most futile, God will come to us.

Today's thought: With the help of friends, I can lose more pounds!

godsbeloved79 · 08-02-2006, 06:11 AM

August 2, 2006

Matthew 11:28

'Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.'

Sunday was 'anything goes' day. Carol had decided that if she was good about sticking to her diet through the week, she would allow herself to splurge on Sunday. It made the diet so much more tolerable. Interestingly, she never really went overboard on Sunday. She ate something she really liked, but she ate a moderate amount and found herself totally satisfied. Whenever we attempt something difficult, we need to allow ourselves a respite. It is a good thing to take a break, even from a diet. It requires self-control, but it can help us keep a healthy perspective on why we diet in the first place. Once we have rested from our fast, we can return to it renewed.

Today's thought: I am tired of being heavy-ladened physically!

godsbeloved79 · 08-03-2006, 07:38 AM

August 3, 2006

John 14:27

'Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.'

Bill felt it was a no-win situation. If he dieted, he felt lousy because he was hungry all the time. If he broke his diet, he felt guilty. It was hard to tell which was worse, the hunger or the guilt. He wanted to trim down, but he loved to eat. He never knew that he'd suffer through so much turmoil just trying to lose weight. Diets can really stir us up. They make us feel physically and emotionally strained. During periods of dieting, we need to find peace of mind and heart. Ask God for that peace. He promises to deliver it to those who ask Him for it. When we need it most, God gladly gives it.

Today's thought: Better to have peace of mind than a piece of cake!

godsbeloved79 · 08-04-2006, 11:48 AM

August 4, 2006

Philippians 2:13

For it is God which worketh in you both to will and to do of his good pleasure.

Stephanie got fantastic grades in algebra. All her friends were jealous of her abilities in class. Stephanie always smiled to herself. None of her friends realized that her father was a scientist who used algebra all the time. He tutored her every evening and helped her understand the problems that gave her friends such fits. There are times when we need special help. Without it we struggle twice as hard as we really need to. God offers to help us through our diets. Allow God to work within you as you diet, and you'll be surprised how much easier it is.

Today's thought: When the fat won't go away, take a moment then to pray!

Pcola Girl · 08-04-2006, 01:40 PM

Hi, how are you doing today Gods Beloved? I am feeling much better myself today so hopely I am on the road to recovery.

My eating is still going ok these days and am down a few more lbs.
Even went and ordered me two new pair of jeans from Denim & Co. on line. I love their jeans..

Its raining today so I changed my hair appointment to Monday morning. I just did not want to go out in this bad weather. Need to get my grey colored before I look like a old lady.

What do you think of all this going on in Israel today? I watch it everyday on T.V. and just wonder if its a sign that the Lord will be returning soon. Lets all pray for the nation of Israel.

Take care and will check in with ya later..

godsbeloved79 · 08-04-2006, 04:21 PM

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Originally Posted by MaryT60

Hi, how are you doing today Gods Beloved? I am feeling much better myself today so hopely I am on the road to recovery.

My eating is still going ok these days and am down a few more lbs.
Even went and ordered me two new pair of jeans from Denim & Co. on line. I love their jeans..

Its raining today so I changed my hair appointment to Monday morning. I just did not want to go out in this bad weather. Need to get my grey colored before I look like a old lady.

What do you think of all this going on in Israel today? I watch it everyday on T.V. and just wonder if its a sign that the Lord will be returning soon. Lets all pray for the nation of Israel.

Take care and will check in with ya later..

Hi Mary!

Happy to hear that things are going down for you (scale wise). I would love to see a pic of you in your "new" jeans

. I have an hair appointment tomorrow afternoon. That was a good idea to hold off if the weather is bad. We have to stay prayed up, because time is drawing near.

godsbeloved79 · 08-05-2006, 08:55 AM

August 5, 2006

Isaiah 40:11

He shall feed his flock like a shepherd: he shall gather the lambs with his arm, and carry them in his bosom, and shall gently lead those that are with young.

Mary blew it. She had been doing so well, then she gave in completely. In a week she gained back what had taken her a month to lose. Depressed, she called her mother for comfort. Mom was always good at that. If anyone could get her back on the right track, it was her mother. She could always trust her mother to give her sound, loving advice. God is like that. We can trust that He will guide us along good paths. When we need someone to comfort us without condemnation, God is always there for us. He will gather us to Himself and make us ready to go on.

Today's thought: I may be weak, but I'm strong enough to call on God's help!

Pcola Girl · 08-05-2006, 10:02 AM

Just wanted to say hi and see how you all are doing today.
My hubby had to go to the office today to make sure all the paper work is ready for a big job they will be starting on Monday, so I am here alone most the day. I did make him promise to take me out to dinner tonight though and he better not forget.................

Had a restless night last night with my knee hurting but slept in late this morning to make up the few extra hours I did not sleep last night. Feeling ok now though. I have these prescription pain patches my doctor gives me to put on my bad knees and they do help some....

Sure wish some of this heat would ease up some here, its so hot outside you cannot even sit out on the patio without sweating to death, and thats no fun..Guess its hot where all of you are to, they said it was hot like this all over our nation and not just here in Florida. Looks like we would be cooler because we are right on the coast but we are not..

Got me a new dress to wear to church tomorrow, its like a tank top dress with a jacket to go with it and in a soft cotton knit in Aqua color..Thought it would look nice with my white sandles and new straw purse I got awhile back with a palm tree on front of it..I mean I will really look like Florida when I wear this outfit...But thats my style of dressing normally, that and my jeans and other casual clothing. I"M JUST THAT CASUAL SORT OF GAL.
Nothing fancy about me at all...

My eating is going well to, I have some leftover steak I will be eating for my lunch today and am not sure what I will eat tonight when we go out to dinner, Maybe some grilled shrimp would be nice at Red Lobster or another seafood place here, there are so many around here to choose from. I am sure I can find something low carb to eat.
Hope you eating is going well to, let me know if I can be of any help to you.

Will get back with ya later and God Bless You.....

Sarahs_1978 · 08-08-2006, 06:32 AM

You may be weak. You may have failed. You may have sinned. But if you
still have feeling toward God and you still have a desire in your heart
to see God move on your behalf, then God can still be moved.

Sarahs_1978 · 08-08-2006, 06:33 AM

Lynn, great thread.. Take care!

07-31-2006, 09:41 PM	#1
godsbeloved79 Atkineer For Life Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Pompano Bch, FL Posts: 14,706 Gallery: godsbeloved79 Stats: 207/205.5/162 WOE: Atkins - Induction Start Date: 1/3/09	Devotionals for Dieters July 31, 2006 Proverbs 10:25 As the whirlwind passeth, so is the wicked no more: but the righteous is an everlasting foundation. When the group began, there were sixteen people involved. They all made a contract to lose twenty pounds by spring. Spring was less than two weeks away, and the group was down to seven members. As Jean walked along the sidewalk toward the building where her group met, she noticed some small saplings bending in the stiff March breeze. Some had broken off, but a few determined little plants held on for dear life. 'I'm like that,' Jean thought. 'Most of the others have given up, but I'm going to hang in there, no matter how stiff the challenge.' Perseverance is a huge part of a successful diet. Continually ask God for commitment to your cause. He is good to give it. Today's thought: I'm determined to make it, no matter what! __________________ ´¨) ¸.• ´¸.•´¨) ¸.•¨) (¸.•´ (¸.•'godsbeloved79's "Year of Accomplishment" Weighing with the Biggest Loser 7 (8 Week Challenge): Jan 6: 205.5 / Jan 13: / Jan 20: / Jan 27: Feb 3: / Feb 10: / Feb 17: / Feb 24:

08-04-2006, 01:40 PM	#8
Pcola Girl Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Pensacola, Florida Posts: 3,295 Gallery: Pcola Girl Stats: Start-325 Today-225 Goal 160 WOE: Atkins Start Date: Sarted Nov. 2000---Restarted New January 2008	Hi, how are you doing today Gods Beloved? I am feeling much better myself today so hopely I am on the road to recovery. My eating is still going ok these days and am down a few more lbs. Even went and ordered me two new pair of jeans from Denim & Co. on line. I love their jeans.. Its raining today so I changed my hair appointment to Monday morning. I just did not want to go out in this bad weather. Need to get my grey colored before I look like a old lady. What do you think of all this going on in Israel today? I watch it everyday on T.V. and just wonder if its a sign that the Lord will be returning soon. Lets all pray for the nation of Israel. Take care and will check in with ya later.. __________________ Mary

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08-01-2006, 06:06 AM	#2
katz Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central Florida Posts: 849 Gallery: katz	What a great devotional! Thanks for posting this. I too, feel very determined to do this!

08-01-2006, 06:28 AM	#3
Butternut Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Indiana Posts: 4,977 Gallery: Butternut Stats: 3x/2x/Med. WOE: Low Carb Start Date: December 2001	Great idea! Thanks for the devotional.

08-01-2006, 06:35 AM	#4
godsbeloved79 Atkineer For Life Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Pompano Bch, FL Posts: 14,706 Gallery: godsbeloved79 Stats: 207/205.5/162 WOE: Atkins - Induction Start Date: 1/3/09	August 1, 2006 John 14:18 'I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you.' Joan was such a great friend. Almost every day she would stop by to see how things were going. Joan had been there herself. She had battled her weight for years. It was comforting to have someone around who had made it. Joan looked great. Just knowing it could be done made the whole diet easier, somehow. When we try to lose weight all by ourselves, the struggle is doubly difficult. We all need support in tough times. We can count on God's comfort when we diet. He has promised that He will never leave us comfortless. Believe in that promise. When our diets seem most futile, God will come to us. Today's thought: With the help of friends, I can lose more pounds!

08-02-2006, 06:11 AM	#5
godsbeloved79 Atkineer For Life Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Pompano Bch, FL Posts: 14,706 Gallery: godsbeloved79 Stats: 207/205.5/162 WOE: Atkins - Induction Start Date: 1/3/09	August 2, 2006 Matthew 11:28 'Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.' Sunday was 'anything goes' day. Carol had decided that if she was good about sticking to her diet through the week, she would allow herself to splurge on Sunday. It made the diet so much more tolerable. Interestingly, she never really went overboard on Sunday. She ate something she really liked, but she ate a moderate amount and found herself totally satisfied. Whenever we attempt something difficult, we need to allow ourselves a respite. It is a good thing to take a break, even from a diet. It requires self-control, but it can help us keep a healthy perspective on why we diet in the first place. Once we have rested from our fast, we can return to it renewed. Today's thought: I am tired of being heavy-ladened physically!

08-03-2006, 07:38 AM	#6
godsbeloved79 Atkineer For Life Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Pompano Bch, FL Posts: 14,706 Gallery: godsbeloved79 Stats: 207/205.5/162 WOE: Atkins - Induction Start Date: 1/3/09	August 3, 2006 John 14:27 'Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.' Bill felt it was a no-win situation. If he dieted, he felt lousy because he was hungry all the time. If he broke his diet, he felt guilty. It was hard to tell which was worse, the hunger or the guilt. He wanted to trim down, but he loved to eat. He never knew that he'd suffer through so much turmoil just trying to lose weight. Diets can really stir us up. They make us feel physically and emotionally strained. During periods of dieting, we need to find peace of mind and heart. Ask God for that peace. He promises to deliver it to those who ask Him for it. When we need it most, God gladly gives it. Today's thought: Better to have peace of mind than a piece of cake!

08-04-2006, 11:48 AM	#7
godsbeloved79 Atkineer For Life Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Pompano Bch, FL Posts: 14,706 Gallery: godsbeloved79 Stats: 207/205.5/162 WOE: Atkins - Induction Start Date: 1/3/09	August 4, 2006 Philippians 2:13 For it is God which worketh in you both to will and to do of his good pleasure. Stephanie got fantastic grades in algebra. All her friends were jealous of her abilities in class. Stephanie always smiled to herself. None of her friends realized that her father was a scientist who used algebra all the time. He tutored her every evening and helped her understand the problems that gave her friends such fits. There are times when we need special help. Without it we struggle twice as hard as we really need to. God offers to help us through our diets. Allow God to work within you as you diet, and you'll be surprised how much easier it is. Today's thought: When the fat won't go away, take a moment then to pray!

08-05-2006, 08:55 AM	#10
godsbeloved79 Atkineer For Life Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Pompano Bch, FL Posts: 14,706 Gallery: godsbeloved79 Stats: 207/205.5/162 WOE: Atkins - Induction Start Date: 1/3/09	August 5, 2006 Isaiah 40:11 He shall feed his flock like a shepherd: he shall gather the lambs with his arm, and carry them in his bosom, and shall gently lead those that are with young. Mary blew it. She had been doing so well, then she gave in completely. In a week she gained back what had taken her a month to lose. Depressed, she called her mother for comfort. Mom was always good at that. If anyone could get her back on the right track, it was her mother. She could always trust her mother to give her sound, loving advice. God is like that. We can trust that He will guide us along good paths. When we need someone to comfort us without condemnation, God is always there for us. He will gather us to Himself and make us ready to go on. Today's thought: I may be weak, but I'm strong enough to call on God's help!

08-05-2006, 10:02 AM	#11
Pcola Girl Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Pensacola, Florida Posts: 3,295 Gallery: Pcola Girl Stats: Start-325 Today-225 Goal 160 WOE: Atkins Start Date: Sarted Nov. 2000---Restarted New January 2008	Just wanted to say hi and see how you all are doing today. My hubby had to go to the office today to make sure all the paper work is ready for a big job they will be starting on Monday, so I am here alone most the day. I did make him promise to take me out to dinner tonight though and he better not forget................. Had a restless night last night with my knee hurting but slept in late this morning to make up the few extra hours I did not sleep last night. Feeling ok now though. I have these prescription pain patches my doctor gives me to put on my bad knees and they do help some.... Sure wish some of this heat would ease up some here, its so hot outside you cannot even sit out on the patio without sweating to death, and thats no fun..Guess its hot where all of you are to, they said it was hot like this all over our nation and not just here in Florida. Looks like we would be cooler because we are right on the coast but we are not.. Got me a new dress to wear to church tomorrow, its like a tank top dress with a jacket to go with it and in a soft cotton knit in Aqua color..Thought it would look nice with my white sandles and new straw purse I got awhile back with a palm tree on front of it..I mean I will really look like Florida when I wear this outfit...But thats my style of dressing normally, that and my jeans and other casual clothing. I"M JUST THAT CASUAL SORT OF GAL. Nothing fancy about me at all... My eating is going well to, I have some leftover steak I will be eating for my lunch today and am not sure what I will eat tonight when we go out to dinner, Maybe some grilled shrimp would be nice at Red Lobster or another seafood place here, there are so many around here to choose from. I am sure I can find something low carb to eat. Hope you eating is going well to, let me know if I can be of any help to you. Will get back with ya later and God Bless You.....

08-08-2006, 06:32 AM	#12
Sarahs_1978 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 216 Gallery: Sarahs_1978 Stats: 180/140/135 WOE: Healthy Start Date: November 2004	You may be weak. You may have failed. You may have sinned. But if you still have feeling toward God and you still have a desire in your heart to see God move on your behalf, then God can still be moved.

08-08-2006, 06:33 AM	#13
Sarahs_1978 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 216 Gallery: Sarahs_1978 Stats: 180/140/135 WOE: Healthy Start Date: November 2004	Lynn, great thread.. Take care!