Arise and Build

"So I answered them, and said to them, “The God of heaven Himself will prosper us; therefore we His servants will arise and build...."
Nehemiah 2:20
 
Nehemiah spoke the above words to the Israelites upon finding himself under a heavy burden for the state of his homeland, Jerusalem after they had been exiled from Babylon and allowed to return home. Their city was in ruins and the walls that protected the city, torn down. The gates burned, the Bible says. (Nehemiah 2:3)

The Israelites were left vulnerable to attacks from outside forces, and feeling weary and discouraged.  Their city needed restoration.  Friend, we are similar in so many ways.  We are in need of restoration in our minds, bodies and spirits. Just as God gave Nehemiah a great burden for the city of Jerusalem,  I believe God has called me to share a similar message.  Restore your physical body to protect the priceless gift it holds inside.  The Holy Spirit.  God is calling you to arise and build.  Build up the body He has given you.  Just like Nehemiah told the Israelites, I am here to tell you.  It is not you who will complete this task, but it is God himself.  "He will prosper us, therefore arise and build."

Arise today, and build a day that glorifies the Lord in what, when, and how you eat.  Pray before your day starts, asking God to speak to your heart throughout the day. Reminding you that the work you are doing in your weight loss journey is not in vain.  It will end in success.  Get excited about preparing meals, and snacks.  Focus on prayer and reading the Word during the times you begin to feel anxious. Instead of snacking.  Satan would love nothing more than for us to be discouraged when we cannot see how we can succeed in our weight loss journeys (and in our faith).  Show him that you are fully aware that you alone cannot complete this task, but through the Lord and by His power, you are about to ARISE AND BUILD!  
Will you pray with me?

Dear God,
I am excited to "arise and build" today.  I am moving into this day with the mentality that I am building up this temple of mine, as a holy, and beautiful place for You to live.  God I want people to know that I am doing this above all for YOU!  Help me to be in constant prayer regarding my eating, and motivated to stay on my plan.  I will seek You throughout the day, expecting to hear from You.  Thank You, that when I am  confused about many things in my life, I still have clarity regarding my weight loss, and my walk with You.
In the Mighty name of Jesus Christ I pray,
Amen

E4M DAILY STRATEGY
What will you "arise and build" for God today in your meal plan?
 

• Be strategic in your snacks and meal times.  
• Plan out healthy meals, and snacks that allow you to stay on your weight loss plan.  
• Commit right now to God (and someone else if you are able) that you will be thoughtful about your eating, fully committed to journaling everything that you drink, sip, nibble on, or chew.

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