We had a great video chat Monday night. I loved getting to know everyone better. Some of you are psyched and on track ... awesome! Others are struggling to get back on track ... you're NOT giving up. Way to go!
At the end of the chat, we put out a 100% day challenge to write and plan and track and watch our BLTs and make the next day – Tuesday – a 100% OP day. And we decided to meet back in the video chats again Tuesday night (May 11) for an impromptu reporting on how we did.
Tuesday night ALL met back – I was amazed that EVERYONE was there! 100% was met by almost all. And the few who had less than 100%, were minor slip-ups. Focusing on just that one day – not on trying to "do this forever" made a huge difference (not to mention the little added accountability.)
So while I was planning out my day this morning a Bible verse came to my mind. To give you a little background, this verse is found in the old testament in Joshua 24, and it is Joshua who is speaking. He's the one who took over after the death of Moses, bringing the Israelites out of the desert and into the promised land. It's near the end of his life and he's recapping to the people what God has done for them and their covenant with Him. And, at the end of his speech, he says these words that really hit me:
I had always believed the importance of this verse was the choice between serving God or serving something else. (And that IS the main point of the verse). But if you look closer there are two significant words that I've always overlooked. Those are the words: 'THIS DAY.'
Think about it. Yes, there is a turning point in our lives where we make a decision, a choice, of whom we're going to follow and how we're going to live (like deciding to follow the Lord – or starting a diet one more time). But beyond that, we need to make the choice of whom we're going to serve TODAY – each individual day.
We need to decide what we're going to do with the actions and thoughts and temptations in our life THIS DAY. We have to take the time to really think about it ... and to make the conscious commitment THIS DAY ... TODAY. It's not just a one-time choice for the rest of our lives and then we forget about it. I guess that means we need to be prepared mentally as well as physically every day.
So while I'd love to say, "I'm going to be on track and make this a lifetime/FOREVER thing;" (And that IS the hope and the desire.) I can and will say that I will commit THIS day 100%.
TODAY I'm going to choose to stay on program. TODAY I will not let the food rule me, I will instead be in control over what goes in my mouth. I will make a plan and stick to it. And I will work through temptations with a good deal of self-talk, determination, preparation ... and prayer. Forever seems like a long time to me, but I can do this for TODAY.
Joshua 24:14 "Now fear the LORD and serve him with all faithfulness. ...15 But if serving the LORD seems undesirable to you, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve ... But as for me and my household, we will serve the LORD."
What are YOU going to commit to today?
Comments
beth114@hotmail.com said,
June 16, 2010 8:22 AM
thanks, Kim....all too often we see the big mountain, instead of the step in front of us and when we see the big mountain.....we stumble and fall.....thank you for helping me focus on today.....today is all we have...I do know when I choose to do that....I have much better success.......so I will choose today to serve my Lord and to be 100% committed to eating correctly so that "the temple" is well taken care of....today.
Patti Z said,
May 20, 2010 6:18 AM
***** ONE DAY AT A TIME *****
"With God all things are possible"
Matthew 19:26
jaabwwmember said,
May 12, 2010 8:39 PM
I did not get to tune in Monday or Tuesday, but I sure agree with you on taking one day at a time with this. I have always said that we need to focus on one day. Giving 100% one day at a time is a great idea. I will use that this week for my thought. By the way I lost 1.2 lbs this week, which is a good loss for me. I am a slow looser in weight loss.
janice-janeeka said,
May 12, 2010 8:28 PM
Thank you for reminding us that this journey is indeed ONE DAY AT A TIME! I go to WW and weigh on Tuesday nights. A week ago I had a 4 lb gain. I wasn't happy, but it had been a rough week eating wise and I had increased my activity quite a bit. I had been good about tracking this week (had gone over my points, but had done a better job keeping things in check) and had continued exercising. I was hoping that things would level off last night. Well, I was up an additional 2 lbs!! I was SO frustrated!! But, I have decided that I have to work really hard to stay within my points and keep at it. I have such a long way to go, but have come so far. I don't want to gain that back!
Trying to stay focused for a week is hard and scary to think about, but your reminder is just what I needed! I need to just concentrate on today! Then, tomorrow it will be another "today" and so on! I have ! Corinthians 10:13 on my office wall, but I think I need to add Joshua 24:14-15!
Thank you Kim! You're the best!
Janice
janechia said,
May 12, 2010 6:05 PM
Wow!!! This has left me speechless as I'm trying very hard to bring more scripture and GOD into my every day living. I love this Kim!! Thank you!
Nightowl: A revival??? Wouldn't that be awesome??? I'm picturing it now...all of us Kimmie's under a big tent w/ our folding chairs. Hmmmmm.....lovin' the picture!
I also have 3 boys....James, Jake and Jordy.
Mother Mary: Do we ever stop learning? I have learned so much from Kim in these past few months.
Hugs to all,
Jane
didi109 (not verified) said,
May 12, 2010 4:16 PM
Hi, Kim....what a terrific blog..i always try to take it one day at a time..tonight i will look at 2 archived meetings, ambivalence and plateaus..thanks for all the extra time you gave us this week..
cdxdogs said,
May 12, 2010 2:46 PM
Hi Kim, I loved this blog. My mom was a 33 year member of AA and her daily mantra was "one day at a time". I can't believe it's taken me this long to see the connection between her struggle with sobriety and mine with weight, but the strategy for success seems to be the same. It worked for my mom and I believe it will work for me. Thanks for all of your inspiration.
pepper300 said,
May 12, 2010 1:50 PM
That Blog is wonderful inspiration Kim. I can do this day 100% is much easier than saying a lifetime of 100%. I am finding it amazing to see the days click by so fast and the scales dropping each week. I will continue to commit to the Lord 100% this day & commit to my plan 100% this day !
jmaj5585 said,
May 12, 2010 1:26 PM
Oh, and by the way I am the mother of three boys. Austin, Joshua and Caleb! So, this had a very personal message to me today, as my youngest two precious kiddos were named from the Bible from this exact passage. :) THANK YOU!
jmaj5585 said,
May 12, 2010 1:21 PM
Thank you so much for your encouragement! I am still OP as of April 1, 2010! There are two books I reach for when I'm tempted, YOUR book, "Finally Thin", the Bible. I have lost 11 pounds so far, and I have a journey as long as yours. Thank you for all you do to encourage me, even though you don't know me. :) Melanie
NightowlTJRD said,
May 11, 2010 8:46 PM
Wow Kim that was powerful!! I feel like I just left a revival!! You know those ones where the folding chairs are set up under a tent?!! I feel energized and positive and I thank you for that Kim!! I plan on having a 100% day TODAY, and that is all I can promise!!
Tammy (Nightowl)
Phyllis C said,
May 11, 2010 7:56 PM
Kim
The blog is wonderful, refreshing and so true. Thanks for everything. You are so dynamic and inspirational. I got right back on track after last nights meeting. Thanks again.
cathyjane said,
May 11, 2010 5:38 PM
Hi Kim,
Our school year starts after the Labour Day holiday in September (I think you have a holiday that weekend as well) and we finish up on June 30!!! It can be really warm in the classroom during the last two weeks:) I'm pleased that your son is going to be a teacher. I love my job and can't think of anything else I would rather spend my days doing.
By the way a month ago my blood pressure was 160/90!! The doctor put me on a new blood pressure med, I have lost 11 pounds and have been exercising much more and today it was 126/75!! A year and a half ago I had it as low as 112/65, then I didn't get married and all heck broke loose. I gained 40 pounds and by the God's Grace I was able to put the breaks on and am finally on track again...I watch you every morning when I am getting ready for my day and in the evening when I am making my dinner...Thanks for keeping me company:)
mother mary said,
May 11, 2010 8:18 AM
Once again I learn from my daughter. Well quoted, my love, and so helpful. These reminders are what we all need. I'm on track for today with my cereal and skim milk for breakfast.
kim said,
May 11, 2010 7:09 AM
Hi Cathyjane. Does your school system get out in a few weeks like ours? Or are things different in Canada? Just wondering. Lots of teachers on our site. My oldest son, Adam, is going to school for education so I'm a little partial. :)
Great job on the weight loss, by the way!
Kim
cathyjane said,
May 11, 2010 7:02 AM
What a wonderful blog Kim...Well said...Thanks again for the inspiration:)
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