I am so incredibly blessed to be a part of our church - to be constantly challenged to be who God created me to be and to be reminded that I must align myself with God's Word in order to do that is just one of those things that I am so grateful for. I really don't know how anyone can go to church anywhere else. I don't mean to offend you, but that's how awesome our church is. I digress...
So this past Sunday, John began a series on Identity - who we are in Christ. I am a little excited. Don't tell him, but he has kinda been rocking the Sermon series as of late. Who really preaches on the Zombie Apocalypse and doesn't turn it into a "turn or burn" yelling match at minute 5? Really? Yeah - he does and it's pretty incredible, so stop reading right now and go watch the sermons. Go. Now! You may return when you have finished.
So identity - who we are in Christ. That's a big idea for me, and I have to break it down to wrap my head around it. I began with this relationship thing which, for me, looks like Kay Arthur studies to help guide me in studying the Word and spending time with Him. (Side note - I have a pretty incredible Bible study partner who is also from my church!!!) It takes some time, but I begin to see little things coming out in the way I live due to what I was studying. We built walls with Nehemiah, fought battles courageously with Joshua, understood more of the cycle of behavior of the Israelites with the Judges, was inspired by the excellence of character of Ruth, etc.
One of the things that I was convicted quite strongly about was the idea of Biblical femininity of Esther, Ruth, Debra, etc which begins with balance - something I continue to struggle with everyday. So breaking it down further, I began with something I could tackle - my weight. Candace and I joined a gym in March, and we have been going 5-6 days per week since. It's difficult for me to see a difference, but I know the very real difference in the way I feel. I feel like the difference I feel and see is part of Christ being lived out in my life in a very real and practical way. I don't want to be super skinny or crazy ripped workout girl - I just want to be a good steward of my body. I want who I am and my reputation to give a correct estimation of who He is in my life. I don't pretend that I am perfect at this, but my point is that He is working on me! I am sharing this with you to hopefully inspire you and provide a little more accountability. If I can do the workout thing - anyone can!
So this past Sunday, John began a series on Identity - who we are in Christ. I am a little excited. Don't tell him, but he has kinda been rocking the Sermon series as of late. Who really preaches on the Zombie Apocalypse and doesn't turn it into a "turn or burn" yelling match at minute 5? Really? Yeah - he does and it's pretty incredible, so stop reading right now and go watch the sermons. Go. Now! You may return when you have finished.
So identity - who we are in Christ. That's a big idea for me, and I have to break it down to wrap my head around it. I began with this relationship thing which, for me, looks like Kay Arthur studies to help guide me in studying the Word and spending time with Him. (Side note - I have a pretty incredible Bible study partner who is also from my church!!!) It takes some time, but I begin to see little things coming out in the way I live due to what I was studying. We built walls with Nehemiah, fought battles courageously with Joshua, understood more of the cycle of behavior of the Israelites with the Judges, was inspired by the excellence of character of Ruth, etc.
One of the things that I was convicted quite strongly about was the idea of Biblical femininity of Esther, Ruth, Debra, etc which begins with balance - something I continue to struggle with everyday. So breaking it down further, I began with something I could tackle - my weight. Candace and I joined a gym in March, and we have been going 5-6 days per week since. It's difficult for me to see a difference, but I know the very real difference in the way I feel. I feel like the difference I feel and see is part of Christ being lived out in my life in a very real and practical way. I don't want to be super skinny or crazy ripped workout girl - I just want to be a good steward of my body. I want who I am and my reputation to give a correct estimation of who He is in my life. I don't pretend that I am perfect at this, but my point is that He is working on me! I am sharing this with you to hopefully inspire you and provide a little more accountability. If I can do the workout thing - anyone can!
Progress so far!
More to come! Have a great week - as we all know I have become that girl that only posts about once a week!
Much Love,
Colie
Great work Colie! I always love to read your blogs and I am excited for your challenge. You can do all things through Christ!
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