Thursday, March 19, 2015

Railroad Tracks Dieting Parable - by DianaDee Osborne

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My family traces back to Elkhardt Indiana, but I never
went there until 10 years ago. I had lived thru childhood
in towns where people's race or income level was described
by their housing... such as:
  'They're from the wrong side of the tracks'           
In Elkardt, I found that there is "no such thing".
It's a hub for many trains, and
   train tracks criss and cross ALL through the town,
   at odd angles until it's easy to see:
  'These tracks don't even HAVE sides!          



Train tracks go in many directions--
many that are RIGHT.  We just decide: Which  
one do we believe will get us where we need to be?
There are different ways to become healthy:
Diet of specific foods, just cutting calories, adding exercise,
meeting with friends for support, seeking help from a doctor...
If we ask God's help in deciding HOW to become
more healthy -- which track to take -- He gladly
gives wisdom.... His promise in James 1:5. Just ask.


God's Supporting Word 
Proverbs 3:3 -- Determine to take good path:
Let not mercy and truth forsake you;
Bind them around your neck,
Write them on the tablet of your heart,

Proverbs 3:5-6 -- Follow GOD's leading:
Trust in the LORD with all your heart,
And lean not on your own understanding;
In all your ways acknowledge Him,
And He shall direct your paths.



“Who knows but that perhaps 
dedication to improving health may
prepare us for future, important trials...

JAMES 5:11                              CLICK FOR LINK

"Indeed we count them blessed who endure. 
You have heard of the perseverance of Job and 
seen the end intended by the Lord—
that the Lord is very compassionate and merciful.
JAMES 5:16                              CLICK FOR LINK

Confess your trespasses to one another, and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much.

PRAYER
LORD GOD,  Sometimes I *feel* overwhelmed by all the decisions to make
in trying to become healthier... how to diet best for my body type, how to
find time and the right exercise... how to find doctors to help me...
which vitamins are best... or if I need more. Please help me... Give wisdom,
and forgive me on those days when I get frustrated and give up... for awhile.

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