With masks now coming off, but offices, and some schools opting to keep COVID hours in place and on-line ordering at an all-time high, it looks as if more time at home, Zoom meetings, and curbside pick-up is here to stay. COVID has definitely tested healthy living in more ways … [Read more...]
Your Habits – ‘Before Christ’ Versus ‘In Christ’
On my short run today, I had the idea of depicting the difference between what scripture says about who we are "In Christ" versus who we may still be in our old nature, even though we may be saved. The above table depicts some key distinctions of what God's Word says about our … [Read more...]
Sin, Self Control and Greater Satisfaction in God – My Battle with Sugar
I've had 24 hours to prepare for not using sugar in my morning coffee. It's about 11:30 AM and I've succeeded... today. As I wrote yesterday, I'm convinced that sugar is absolutely no good for my body or my health. Since the Holy Spirit resides in me, and my body is God's … [Read more...]
Why Drinking My Coffee with Sugar is a Sin
I like a cup of strong coffee. I like it with creme. And I like it with sugar. There is nothing 'good' about adding sugar to my coffee, except that it tastes good. Adding simple sugar to anything is not good for my health. I've known this for years, but I still do it. I have … [Read more...]
The Old Year Has Gone. The New Year Has Come. 2 Corinthians 5:17
It's a new year. The key here is that it is a 'new' year, not an 'old' year. Looking back at the old has it's purpose .... as long as we don't stay there. Looking back is helpful to understand, but not helpful if we dwell on past events and circumstances and … [Read more...]
Wellness Webinar Series Coming Soon – 1st Session FREE
Wellness Webinar In late August I'll be starting a 4-week webinar series addressing unhealthy behaviors and the role of faith in changing those behaviors. I'll be sharing my insight about the faith and health link from the Christian perspective and equip you with skills and … [Read more...]