Week One is Over. Week Two Beginning!

I have lost two pounds! I am excited about that. I have also not had any Diet Coke. Which is huge! I have to say that there is a distinct difference when I drink it and when I do not. I am grateful to be able to recognize the difference, because it is such a help in wanting to change my habits. Everything truly does have its opposite.

I have also learned that the Lord is truly desirous in blessing us when we do what is right. I cannot tell you how great it is to feel and increase in the Spirit, to feel peaceful, happy and calm. I am grateful for the understanding I am gaining about myself. I am grateful to be learning, changing, and strengthening my weaknesses. The Lord truly does know how to succor his people. He knows how and when to carry a burden to make it light. He knows me, personally, uniquely. He knows my mind, heart, and desires. And He understands fully my weaknesses, my struggles, and because of that He is able to help me better than anyone else on this earth.

Knowing that is what gives me the motivation to hope, work, and perform. Trusting Him allows me to have the strength I need to get through each day. And because of that trust, He blesses me with what I stand in need of.

If you have an Ensign, there are some great articles this month in it. If not here is the link to read it online: Ensign

I challenge you to read it, and focus on what you need to work on, pray for help, and trust.

I haven't been perfect in this process, as you know, but I am getting better. I am learning, and growing, and gaining a stronger testimony. And for me, that is exactly what I want to do!