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Hello! I have fasted several different ways both for religious and non-religious reasons. I am currently trying out the 5:2 Fasting Diet. When I have fasted for religious reasons, I stopped eating except for water and a very lightly sweetened tea. I fasted for several days. While I did have hunger, I was able to go about…

Love your post Crystal aka TeaTimeMommy! :happy: The Lord inhabits our praises so I'm going to add to yours! The Lord is continually overwhelming me with his mercy and grace. When I look at how He has watched over me, covered me, been soooo patient with me and cared for my needs, I still tear up. My greatest thanks is for…

Hi LeeAnn! Welcome to MFP! My name is Kim and I've been here a few months making way for a "new and improved" way of life! There are a lot of people and groups to help you achieve your fitness/health goals. It's great that you're already used to exercise and have been working on limiting unhealthy food choices. There are…

Any lady needing to lose 100+ pounds is also welcome in the Get Fit Chicks group. I've been a member of the group since December, We have monthly challenges and really do support each other. I got serious about my weight loss in December and have lost a nice chunk since then. Truly, having good, motivated friends and…

"A rep was there today. Took Ed back with me. He checked it out and said, yes, it's good." :noway: Definitely odd without context.

You know, I wish I could "like" posts on the group message boards.

Wow, that's a high goal (I'm a little bad at it myself, especially when someone beeps me and I didn't do anything wrong). I'm following a reading plan on my Bible app. This is the first year I'm doing that and I'm both enjoying it and being "brought to my senses" so to speak. The Holy Spirit has been showing me a few…

Love that! <g> I don't eat mine as a rule either. I'm trying hard to lose weight, and I have a lot to lose. When I get to maintenance I might eat them.

Loved your post! I'm "sick to death" (lol) of stupid NEW and AMAZING "studies".

I don't think that the LORD is going to be less blessed by people just because they posted what they are doing. Most of us don't even know who's behind the names here, so technically, they're still "suffering in silence." Anyway, I feel encouraged by reading the posts (especially the serious ones). If we belong to the…

I go to a Pentecostal church as well! No matter what the dates, a 40 day fasting of something you like/enjoy is a sacrifice and pleases the LORD. Especially when you add in extra time with Him!

"This is a sacrifice, I'm not giving up something that is bad for me, I'm giving up something that I'll seriously miss." Hey, I totally get it! Giving up something that gives great comfort, whatever it is, *is* a SACRIFICE! Good for you and be encouraged!

I'm not Catholic either, but I've done it in years past. Approximately 40 days before Easter I would give up something to honor God and spend extra time in prayer and Bible reading. He delivered me from Pepsi addiction one year. Every time I've done it, I have come away closer to God and "revived". I'm thinking about…

Hello Shar, This is actually a fairly new group so you're coming in at a good time! I'm Kim, late 40s and have lost 27 lbs so far! I hope that you get the help you need with diabetes since it is a terrible disease, but with God all things are possible. He will not only give you help in losing weight but will give you…

Father God, we come humbly before you to ask for mercy for this family and grace. Lord you know we are but dust and without the help of your Holy Spirit, we just wallow in our sin. God, please open the eyes of the living parent, surround with helpful people and give courage to give up the drugs. I pray also Lord that you…

Bluetulip, I know what you mean. Moving is a huge part of this change!!

You're making good choices. Staying away from fried foods really helps keep the calorie count lower. Good job! :flowerforyou:

You know, if you have a hard time inputting food at time of eating, take a photo of your meal. Then input at the end of the day. You know, even though it won't get posted to the newsfeed when completed past midnight, it's still good to input food info. If you are careful to input the data, even when late, if you have to…

I'm so happy for you! The Lord does love us so deeply and shows it all the time! Praise the Lord and Thank you God for your many, many blessings!

Yes, please share!

Amen!

I like all these suggestions! I wish there was a "like" button to push!

AMEN!!

I am so glad that the LORD blesses our work, no matter what title comes with the job, if any! lol "Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up." Gal. 6:9 One thing God has spoken, two things I have heard: “Power belongs to you, God, and with you, Lord, is…

As long as we're being honest, may I admit that food wasn't used as a comfort for me, more as a sedative. Because I didn't want to deal with the things that stressed me out, because I did not want to take the issue to God (since he might point out I needed to change in my attitude or actions) I went to food, specifically…

Sounds fabulous! OK, I'll admit to my ignorance--what's a dessert apple?

Hey lady, I am with you! I have 168 pounds to go. I started last month and lost 12. I know what you mean about cheating yourself. It's time we truly loved ourselves and quit drowning our disappointments, irritations, and anger in the food of the moment. I would be happy to encourage you and to receive the same.

Sounds like a great plan! Count me in!!

You'll probably find one.

A prayer for you: Father God, I pray for jmnicholas and her congregation. I ask that you would renew her joy and remove discouragement. You are our Sovereign Lord, the One who is in control, who provides, who strengthens and heals. I ask that you would provide so that the pastor can continue to do his job. Thank you God…