Living La Vida Loco

I had high hopes for today since this was our only evening free this week... I think we tried to pack too many things into such a short amount of time. I had to run to the supply house because we needed shampoo, Hobby Lobby for science fair stuff, we ate out because we hardly ever do, and then to Target for doggy food. We just got home and the boys are finishing up chores and homework, having to extend bed time and extra 30 minutes. Tomorrow night is math night at Zach's school, Thursday is Zach's acting class, and we are going to visit family/friends this weekend! We're for sure living a crazy life (living la vida loco)!!!

I totally skipped out on everything yesterday with the full intention of getting caught up on my lunch today, but as you can see that didn't work out. I can't start procrastinating now. So, I'm going to read both my chapters in PURPOSE DRIVEN LIFE but only yesterday's bible verses (since there typically aren't verses on Sundays, I'll be able to catch up Sunday). Who knows, if I get going I may end up reading more tomorrow or Thursday.

I've been thinking a lot about my health and having babies. I truly believe God will give me a baby when he thinks we're ready for it. With that being said, I feel like it is my responsibility to get my body in the best condition it can possibly be in order to provide the best place for a baby to grow. I'm going to sign up for "Body by Vi" tomorrow. It's a 90 day commitment, but it might also be the 90 days I need to really get things changing health-wise. I've seen some great things that it's done for other women like me with PCOS and I'm encouraged by it. Praying that God will bless this journey!!!

Thoughts on today:

PURPOSE DRIVEN LIFE (Yesterday and Today)
You were created to become like Christ.
God wants his children to bear his image and likeness.
God doesn't want you to become a god; he wants you to become godly -- taking on his values, attitudes, and character.
Christlikeness is all about transforming your character, not your personality.
Many Christians misinterpret Jesus' promise of the "abundant life" to mean perfect health, a comfortable lifestyle, constant happiness, full realization of your dreams, and instant relief from problems through faith and prayer.
Never forget that life is not about you! You exist for God's purposes...
The process of changing us to be more like Jesus is called sanctification.
Christlikeness is not produced by imitation, but by inhabitation.
The Holy Spirit releases his power the moment you take a step of faith.
Obedience unlocks God's power.
Effort has nothing to do with salvation, it has much to do with spiritual growth.
Your character is essentially the sum of your habits.
Spiritual maturity is not a solitary, individual pursuit!
God is far more interested in what you are than in what you do.
Jesus did not die on the cross just so we could live comfortable, well-adjusted lives.
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God wants you to grow up.
Sadly, millions of Christians grow older but never grow up. They are stuck in diapers and booties. The reason is that they never intended to grow up.
It takes an intentional commitment.
Decide to become a disciple.
Your commitments can develop you or they can destroy you, but either way, they will define you.
Spiritual growth is a collaborative effort between you and the Holy Spirit.
When people are casual about their spiritual growth, it shows they don't understand the eternal implications.
To change your life, you must change the way you think.
The way you think determines the way you feel, the way you feel influences the way you act.
Stop thinking immature thoughts, which are self-centered and self-seeking.
Start thinking maturely, which focuses on others, not yourself.
Christianity is not a religion or a philosophy, but a relationship and a lifestyle.


BIBLE IN A YEAR
Today's passages: Job 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 (actually yesterday's)
Job was blameless, upright, fearing God and turning away from evil. He had 7 sons and 3 daughters. They feasted often and the brothers offered burnt offerings, leading Job to think there might be sin in his sons' hearts. The brothers came before the Lord and Satan also showed up. God asked if he had tested Job and then he left to reek havoc on his life. Tragedy struck Job and his family, death and the demise of all he worked for. Job shaved his head and removed his clothes and fell in worship to God. Through all this tragedy Job didn't sin or blame God, he praised him. (Job 1)
Sons of God again came forward to present themselves before the Lord and Satan showed up yet again. He taunted saying the Job would curse God to his face, so God allowed it to be so only asking that he spare Job's life. Satan infected Job with boils from top to bottom. Job's wife even questioned his faith in God, but he held true. His friends came from far and saw the agony that Job was praising God for. (Job 2)
Job cursed the day he was born. (Job 3)
Eliphaz the Temanite questions the confidence and faith in God, the innocent do not suffer. (Job 4)
Job says that regardless of circumstance he will forever trust in the Lord. (Job 5)

FLYLADY
Laundry is going and the house is still in good shape.

COUCH-TO-5K
I'm really going to have to start getting up early and doing this. I just can't seem to find the time in the evenings right now!!! I'm kind of annoyed that I haven't found time...