What this is all about!

First of all, credit goes to my brothers Laurence & Jason for inspiring me with their blogs! You should check them out, just click their names!



I am currently on what I hope to be my last, weight loss journey. I want to reach my goal weight by July, 2012 when we go on vacation/a worldwide church conference. At a midweek church service, I was inspired to really grow spiritually. This scripture was continually on my heart. "For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come" 1 Timothy 4:8



So, this blog will be my journey (until July 2012 at least) of physical training and most importantly, godliness.





Thursday, August 25, 2011

The Outside Reflects the Inside

I believe that our bodies reflect what is going on on the inside.  Those that know me know that I have no "Poker Face", meaning whatever I am thinking is clearly displayed on my face.  Be it joy, frustration, annoyance, disappointment, hope...  You get the picture!  I can very rarely "fake it", so it's important for me to keep my frustration, annoyance, etc in check!  By not doing that, I have hurt a lot of people's feelings!

The rest of our bodies can also display what's going on in our hearts.  Do we lack discipline to eat a healthy diet?  Do we lack self-control to eat enough and not stuff ourselves?  Are we too lazy to work out?  Do we lack gratitude and, therefore do not take care of our health?  Unfortunately, these have been a resounding "YES" for me.  This has resulted in me gaining about 40 pounds.  I am only 5' tall, so that is a lot of extra weight to be dragging around. 

I have started another "Biggest Loser" competition at work, my husband & I turned our guest bedroom into a gym and have been working out & eating healthier.  I also keep track of every bite that goes into my mouth and make sure that I have a calorie deficit at the end of each day.  I have lost about 6 pounds so far.  I want to be at my goal weight (125-I'll just put it out there) by July, 2012.

A twin study showing the difference between a smoker & nonsmoker
But...I have done very little about the inside.  "As water reflects a face, so a man's heart reflects the man."  Proverbs 27:19.  I need to work on my heart.  So begins the journey...
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  1. Jason W. TouchattAugust 25, 2011 at 11:52 AM

    I am with you Melissa. I have struggled with my weight and health as well and you are right by saying it is a spiritual issue. Let's continue to encourage each other in this area! It certainly helps to that Steven is on board with you, having Greg and Rachel in my corner really helps a ton. God bless you in your quest!

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  2. AnonymousAugust 26, 2011 at 4:52 PM

    I am really moved by your humility to share your heart. Melissa, I will be praying for you and know that with God and others, you will reach your goal!!!

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