Becoming the Woman God wants, day 22

Week Four
Strengthening Your Body

Walk to Boost Energy

She considers a field and buys it;
out of her earnings she plants a vineyard.
She sets about her work vigorously;
her arms are strong for her tasks.
Proverbs 31:16-17

1 Corinthians 9

      ²⁴Know ye not that they which run in a race run all, but one receiveth the prize? So run, that ye may obtain.
   ²⁵And every man that striveth for the mastery is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a corruptible crown; but we an incorruptible.
   ²⁶I therefore so run, not as uncertainly; so fight I, not as one that beateth the air:
   ²⁷But I keep under my body, and bring it into subjection: lest that by any means, when I have preached to others, I myself should be a castaway.

Walking everyday will help us fight disease and cut our risk of type 2 diabetes in half.  It is a great time for prayer and meditation. 

Affirmation:  I walk because I'm in strict training

Becoming the Woman God Wants, day 19

Plan Ahead for Healthier Eating

She is like the merchant ships,
bringing her food from afar.
She gets up while it is still dark;
she provides food for her family
and portions for her servant girls.
Proverbs 31:14-15

Deuteronomy 30

      ¹⁹I call heaven and earth to record this day against you, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing: therefore choose life, that both thou and thy seed may live:
   ²⁰That thou mayest love the LORD thy God, and that thou mayest obey his voice, and that thou mayest cleave unto him: for he is thy life, and the length of thy days: that thou mayest dwell in the land which the LORD sware unto thy fathers, to Abraham, to Isaac, and to Jacob, to give them.

In this chapter it talks about how bad fast food has become for families.  We are in such a hurry we do not even think about what we are eating.  We need to put our crock pots to good use and plan ahead. 

Affirmation:  I plan ahead for healthier eating.

Becoming the Woman God Wants, day 18

Eat Reasonable Portions

She is like the merchant ships,
bringing her food from afar.
She gets up while it is still dark;
she provides food for her family
and portions for her servant girls.
Proverbs 31:14-15

Proverbs 4

     ²⁰My son, attend to my words; incline thine ear unto my sayings.
   ²¹Let them not depart from thine eyes; keep them in the midst of thine heart.
   ²²For they are life unto those that find them, and health to all their flesh.

God left his word to help us in all areas of our life.  If we study the word we will find this to be true.  In Proverbs it talks about portions.  Most of us suffer from portion distortion.  Gluttony shows that we are more interested in our flesh than we are in the spirit.  We all want to age as well as we can, controlling our portions will help in this area.  Overeating is one of the worst things we can do to our bodies.  In this chapter it tells us to never clean our plate.  Therefore I say unto you, Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink; nor yet for your body, what ye shall put on. Is not the life more than meat, and the body than raiment? (Matt 6:25).  We need to exercise wisdom when choosing our meal and portions.  Who satisfieth thy mouth with good things; so that thy youth is renewed like the eagle's (Psalms 103:5).

Affirmation:  I eat reasonable portions.

Becoming the Woman God wants, day 17

Limit Your Sugar Intake

She is like the merchant ships,
bringing her food from afar.
She gets up while it is still dark;
she provides food for her family
and portions for her servant girls.
Proverbs 31:14-15

Proverbs 23

   ¹When thou sittest to eat with a ruler, consider diligently what is before thee:
   ²And put a knife to thy throat, if thou be a man given to appetite.
   ³Be not desirous of his dainties: for they are deceitful meat.

(When you sit to dine with a ruler,
note well what is before you,
and put a knife to your throat
if you are given to gluttony.
Do not crave his delicacies, 
for that food is deceptive.)

I know we all know that gluttony is a sin, but I don't thing we really think about it.  Gluttony is defined as the act or practice of eating to excess.  I have been guilty of eating without thinking.  We need to take care of our bodies, since they are the temple of God.  Most overweight parents usually have overweight children.  I want my habits to be something I can be proud of.  Sugar breaks down our immune system.  He that hath no rule over his own spirit is like a city that is broken down, and without walls (Proverbs 25:28).  A man who lacks self-control is like a city whose walls are broken down.  If we don't exercise self control, our bodies are broken down where cold, flu, diabetes, and hypoglycemia come in.  In this chapter is says we have three enemies, the world, the flesh, and the devil.  We have to use self-control on every area, or we are open to destruction.

Affirmation:  I limit my sugar intake, lest I become like a city whose walls are broken down. 

Becoming the Woman God wants, day 16

Resolve to Control Your Eating Habits

She is like the merchant ships,
bringing her food from afar.
She gets up while it is still dark;
she provides food for her family
and portions for her servant girls.
Proverbs 31:14-15

Daniel 1

     ¹¹Then said Daniel to Melzar, whom the prince of the eunuchs had set over Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah,
   ¹²Prove thy servants, I beseech thee, ten days; and let them give us pulse to eat, and water to drink.
   ¹³Then let our countenances be looked upon before thee, and the countenance of the children that eat of the portion of the king's meat: and as thou seest, deal with thy servants.
   ¹⁴So he consented to them in this matter, and proved them ten days.
   ¹⁵And at the end of ten days their countenances appeared fairer and fatter in flesh than all the children which did eat the portion of the king's meat.

I know that it is hard to control our eating habits, I know this from personal experience.  I want chocolate all the time and eat on the run, two of the worst things for you.  I want to change this!  It is said that you are what you eat.  Our children will also be the same way.

Affirmation:  I resolve to exercise control over my eating habits.

Becoming the Woman God wants, day 15

Week Three
Healthy Eating

Purge Your Pantry of Harm

She is like the merchant ships,
bringing her food from afar.
She gets up while it is still dark;
she provides food for her family
and portions for her servant girls.
Proverbs 31:14-15

Proverbs 31

      ¹⁴She is like the merchants' ships; she bringeth her food from afar.
   ¹⁵She riseth also while it is yet night, and giveth meat to her household, and a portion to her maidens.

I know right now many people are on a healthy eating kick.  One way I can care for my family is by cooking good things.  Healthy eating can help every part of us.  I want it to be said of me, that I cared for my family in this way.  In this chapter, it asks for us to purge our pantry of things that we have no intention of using, and things that have ingredients we can't even say.  We need to get back to the basics of good wholesome food.

Affirmation:  I bring my family food, not harm!

Becoming the Woman God wants, day 12

Be Diligent

She brings him good, not harm,
all the days of her life.
She selects wool and flax
and works with eager hands.
Proverbs 31: 12-13

Proverbs 6

      ⁶Go to the ant, thou sluggard; consider her ways, and be wise:
   ⁷Which having no guide, overseer, or ruler,
   ⁸Provideth her meat in the summer, and gathereth her food in the harvest.
   ⁹How long wilt thou sleep, O sluggard? when wilt thou arise out of thy sleep?
   ¹⁰Yet a little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to sleep:
   ¹¹So shall thy poverty come as one that travelleth, and thy want as an armed man.

I don't want to show laziness.  I want God to fill me with wisdom.  I know some mornings it is so hard to get up.  If I get the rest I need during the night, I should wake rested and start my day early.  I want to accomplish things and not leave evertything undone when I leave in the morning.  I want to value the time I am giving and put it to good use. 

Affirmation: I am diligent like the ant.  I considerits ways and grow wisdom. 

Becoming the Woman God Wants, day 11

Sleep in Peace

She brings him good, not harm,
all the days of her life.
She selects wool and flax
and works with eager hands.
Proverbs 31:12-13

Psalm 3

      ³But thou, O LORD, art a shield for me; my glory, and the lifter up of mine head.
   ⁴I cried unto the LORD with my voice, and he heard me out of his holy hill. Selah.
   ⁵I laid me down and slept; I awaked; for the LORD sustained me.
   ⁶I will not be afraid of ten thousands of people, that have set themselves against me round about.


I want to fully trust in God for all my needs.  Anxiety is not of God, I want him to take all my worries.  This chapter talks about good sleep habits.  It is good for us to have an evening routine.  We need to engage in positive conversation with out spouse in the evening.  We need to remove the negative because this causes unneeded worry.  We also need to establish an appointed bedtime.  I want to be healthy, rested, and emotionally sane so that God can use me.  I want peace in my home, I know that this will help my husband and my son.  I need to pave the way for God to do this in my home.

Affirmation:  I lie down and sleep in peace.

Becoming the Woman God Wants, day 10

Devote Yourself to Prayer

She brings him good, not harm,
all the days of her life.
She selects wool and flax
and works with eager hands
Proverbs 31:12-13

Passage James 5:15-17:
   ¹⁵And the prayer of faith shall save the sick, and the Lord shall raise him up; and if he have committed sins, they shall be forgiven him.
   ¹⁶Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.
   ¹⁷Elias was a man subject to like passions as we are, and he prayed earnestly that it might not rain: and it rained not on the earth by the space of three years

Affirmation: I devote myself to prayer, being watchful and thankful.

Becoming the Woman God wants, day 9

Stay Planted in the Word of God

She brings him good, not harm,
all the days of her life.
She selects wool and flax
and works with eager hands.
Proverbs 31:12-13

Passage: Psalm 1:1-3

I want to be sensitive, I don't want to take part in anything the would turn me from the path I am on.  Sometimes we find ourselves comparing our lives with others.  Why are they prospering, and we are struggling to stay afloat?  We reap what we sow, things happen for a reason.  We live in a world where everything is instant.  When a seed is planted it takes time to grow.  The years I spent at Bible college, I cherish.  Our time was used to study and learn the meaning of scriptures.  I have to make to time to continue this study. 

Affirmation:  I study God's Word so my life is fruitful; everything I do prospers.

Becoming the Woman God wants, day 8

Week Two
Godly Habits

Becoming Consciously Selective

She brings him good, not harm,
all the days of her life.
She selects wool and flax
and works with eager hands.
Proverbs 31:12-13

We need to be serious about the selections we make.  We need to use this in every aspect of our lives, music, movies, people around us, and food we eat.  I want the Holy Ghost to guide me to invest my time and energy in the right way.  The bible talks about being diligent.  I want my actions to please him.  I feel if we are being mindful of these things He will bless us. 

Affirmation:  I am consciously selective about how I invest my time, money, and other resources. 

So thankful!!

We had a wonderful weekend!!  Owen was dedicated Sunday!  I'm excited about what God has in store for my son.  I'm so glad I have a church that shares in this special time.  My in-laws were also there to take part in this cherished moment.  There are so many people that love and care for my son, this means so much to me. 

I'm still reading my devotional.  I love this book!  Through the weekend, day 6 and 7, she has you review what you read through the week and put it into action. 

Becoming the Woman God wants, day 5

Choose to Focus on the Positive

A wife of noble character who can find?
She is worth far more than rubies.
Her husband has full confidence on her
and lacks nothing of value.
Proverbs 31:10-11

Passage: Philippians 4:4-9

I don't want to be a complainer.  There is nothing noble or honorable about a negative person.  If we are negative it will effect every area of our lives.  Our mental, physical, and emotional states will suffer.  One of my biggest fears is being an old, bitter, cynical woman.  I see people that have let their past, and mistakes that have happened in their family completely steal their joy.  There is still so much to be thankful for, we are alive and well, and God has mercy and grace for everyone. 

Affirmation: I chose to focus on the positive, especially the truth of God's Word; therefore my life is filled with positive outcomes.

Becoming the Woman God wants, day 4

Be a Woman Worthy of Confidence

A wife of noble character who can find?
She is worth far more than rubies,
Her husband has full confidence in her
and lacks nothing of value.
Proverbs 31:10-11

Passage: Proverbs 31:10-12

Does my husband, friends, and family have full confidence in me?  I want to be the same in private as I am in public.  Even if people aren't watching, God is.  In the passage it talks about bringing good, not harm.  I don't want to harm others by my actions or words.  I want to remain faithful, loyal, and trustworthy to God, and my husband.  Do we have private things, that if made public would hurt our reputation, church, and family?

Affirmation: I bring God good, not harm, all the days of my life.

Becoming the Woman God wants, day 3

Meditate on Gods word.

A wife of noble character who can find?
She is worth far more than rubies.
Her husband has full confidence in her
and lacks nothing of value.
Proverbs 31:10-11

Passage Psalm 119:9-11,15-16

The bible says, "Out of the overflow of the heart the mouth speaks" (matt. 12:34).  If we are meditating on his word, and hiding it in our hearts, his word will be spoken out when we are witnessing.  When I hear the word meditation, I think of people sitting indian style humming.  It doesn't mean this at all.  Reading the word, learning the meaning, and applying it to my life is meditating on his word.

Affirmation: I meditate on God's Word day and night.

Becoming the Woman God wants, day 2.

Commit Yourself to time alone with God.

A wife of noble character who can find?
She is worth far more than rubies.
Her husband has full confidence in her
and lacks nothing of value.
Proverbs 31:10-11

Passage: Mark 1:35-39

I have been reading today about meeting with God.  This should be the first thing we do in the day.  We need to have a place in the home where we have our time with him.  It can be a closet or corner.  Several months ago, we recieved an alter from my in-laws.  I think this would be the best place!

Becoming the Women God wants me to be.

I feel that I am starting my book at just the right time.  I know that we all go through times when our faith is tested, and times of being in a spiritual wilderness.  I am there.  I feel I am stretched so thin that I have nothing left over.  I started the book this morning and am excited.  I know at times we all lose sight of goals and personal time with God.  I have to start making an effort to have time with Him, He is my only hope.

Day 1

A wife of noble character who can find?
She is worth far more than rubies.
Her husband has full confidence in her
and lacks nothing of value.
Proverbs 31:10-11

Passage Isaiah 54:5-6

In this chapter it talks about putting your full confidence in God.  I know that I don't always do this, I am always trying to do everything single thing myself.  We are his children, He takes care of us, it is all in his hands.

Happy Birthday!!

I would like to take the time to devote a post to my dear friend Shelly(Maxwell)Youngblood.  February 1, was her birthday.  I have known her since I was three years old.  Our great friendship began!!  We have had some great times.  We fought many times, but what sisters don't?  I am so thankful that God put her in my life.  We were able to attend Texas Bible College together.  She has helped me through many difficult times, she was always there.  I love you my Shell-bo!