Little by Little

By: Healthy By Design

And we, who with unveiled faces all reflect the Lord's glory, are being transformed into his likeness with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit. 2 Cor 3:18

After service last Sunday, a brother in the church commented on two ladies standing outside smoking,’ Can you believe that they have the audacity to smoke after listening to such a powerful message, weren’t they listening to what the pastor had to say?!”

I wanted to say, I can’t believe that you have the audacity to say what you just said after listening to such a powerful message—but I quickly realized my hypocrisy.

After muttering a quick prayer in my head for wisdom, I shared with him that God gradually changes us, little by little day by day. I used to smoke and drink and a whole lot of other stuff but as God works in me, my habits gradually change.

Many of us have the same attitude when it comes to our health. Even though it may have taken us many years to gain weight, we tend to want to lose weight quickly. We want God to instantly change us. Now, don’t get me wrong… God could change us instantly and He does for some people but I think He knows us well enough to know that most of us could not handle instant change.

The fast track is never the right path. Change comes through renewing your mind daily with the word of God. It’s a process that happens day by day--little by little—step by step from glory to glory. God's goal is Christ's fullness in our life. He wants to bring us to new levels in health and faith but it will take time.

I encourage you to think of 1 -2 small things that you can do to improve your health and then ask God to gently change you. Partner with the Holy Spirit to bring about the changes in you that you desire. He wants the best for you and will always accommodate these types of faithful prayers.
Beloved, allow God do His work in you. He has promised to see us through until completion.

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Cathy Morenzie, the president of Active Image is a sought after presenter, editor and personal trainer. She has been a leader in the fitness and health industry for over 20 years. Her impact has influenced thousands of people over the years to help them lose weight and develop positive attitudes about exercise and active living. To download your free report to discover the Biblical blueprint for weight release God’s way visit www.hbdprogram.com.

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