3/16/10 Taking it up a notch

Today I just got on my knees while I was in the shower and plead with the Lord to just get this stronghold of addictive food habits off my back!!!  Here I am trying to write this Bible study and I'm not even in the zone yet.  I know the Lord will direct my steps.  I know that He wants me to not only lose this weight I've struggled on and off with for over a decade, but to lead others on a similar path to live life in a more Godly healthy way.  He's shown me the basis of how it can be done, but I've lacked commitment and focus.   I can't do it without Him!!!  My weight has shot up to my personal highest and I refuse to be defeated by this wretched, worldly addiction to processed foods etc.    I believe the Lord will use this struggle to help me identify and empathize with what others are going through.  This struggle will not be in vain.  I ask that the Lord use me and my battle to make a difference for His children.  May God be glorified in all I write, say and do.  Thank you Lord for your precious Word and example you've set before us.