Ok. So the last time I posted, I was all fired up about starting the "Made to Crave" Bible study. That Bible study is precisely why I haven't posted in quite a while.
I would love to say that it was because I became so immersed in the study and the change it brought that I simply did not have time. That it what I would like to be typing at this moment.
It was actually the sting of transparency that kept me away. Truthfully, I fell quite bit behind in the study very quickly. There may even have been a couple times that a Pringles can sat open next to my Kindle as I read quickly through a chapter. Or an open sleeve of Girl Scout cookies....which should bring a smile to my face thinking if the irony of it all, but it does not.
So, embarrassing admission of initial failure aside, there was been growth for me in the less than successful attempt at this particular Bible study.
Not so long ago, the defeat of not following through on this would have weighed me down terribly. I am not satisfied that I did not stay on track with the study and materials meant to help me make healthier food choices. But, finally, He has bright me to a place where I can still hear His voice through my disappointment and defeat! Hallelujah - for real, y'all!
The journey I wanted to take in big, giant steps from point A to point B towards being smaller, healthier, and more connected to the Lord is meant (for me, personally) to be taken with baby steps along a curvy path. And all for His glory and my good!
He is teaching me so much about just how intimately He knows this woman. About how merciful He is to have a way out from under this situation that is tailor made for me that will result not only in victory, but closer relationship with Him.
He is so very good.
It is true for you too. Whatever that thing is that you just can't get a handle on, He already has success mapped out for you. On His path, while He holds your hand. The best outcome you imagine is nothing compared to what His best is for you.
Be encouraged!
