A few steps to changing your life:
1. Illumination
When you see the need for change, you have reached illumination. It is, to be precise, your "light-bulb" moment the point at which you finally understand your situation in a whole new way. As Ephesians 5:8 says, You groped your way through that murk once, but no longer. Youre out in the open now. The bright light of Christ makes your way plain. So no more stumbling around. Get on with it! (MSG). Hopefully at this point in the program your weaknesses have come to light and you are ready to get on with it.
2. Inspiration
Once you see the need for change, you must be inspired to make necessary changes. Ask God for His help and guidance. Change may be needed in several areas of your life eating, exercise, dealing with your emotions, or how you think and act. Also ask God for the courage to change and be transformed into what is Gods best for you. See what you can become and become motivated by the vision.
3. Examination
As we are inspired to make changes, we must take a good hard look at how we measure up to Gods standards. Socrates once said, "An unexamined life is not worth living." We couldnt agree more. How does your life measure up to Gods standards? Do you imitate Christ in all you do? Are you living a holy life? Are you obedient to the Word? Whatever your answers are to these questions, the good news is you can begin today to evaluate your life according to Gods Word. No one is perfect, but after examining your life closely, you should be more inclined to want to live in obedience to Gods Word.
4. Motivation
Are you motivated to be used by God and to know His purposes for your life? When you understand that the life God has for you is beyond what you could even imagine, you have reached the step of motivation. Walking in His truth and staying obedient to His Word are your secret weapons to developing a purpose-driven life. God doesnt want you immobilized by your weight. Ask the Holy Spirit to fill you so full of Him that something beyond yourself will happen.
The more we seek the kingdom of God and all His righteousness first, the more used of God we will be. Colossians 3:12 tells us how to "dress" for this type of success So, chosen by God for this new life of love, dress in the wardrobe God picked out for you: compassion, kindness, humility, quiet strength, discipline (MSG).
If you have struggled with motivation for years, perhaps it is time to realize that you just dont have the ability to motivate yourself. But you can reach out to someone else; you can bring people around you to help coach you and provide you with the motivation you do not possess on your own. This is what God has in mind when we surround ourselves with a body of believers.
5. Determination
No matter what youve been through already, dont give up. If you fall down and blow it, get up and try again. God gives us second chances. He wants us to succeed. With Christ, all things are possible. Stay in the fight and keep reaching for the prize.
All the people I know who have lost weight and kept it off have a tremendous amount of determination. They just wont give up. If their weight plateaus, they just keep doing what they have been doing while making minor changes that eventually result in a return of weight loss. For them there is no excuse good enough to give up, so they persevere. And the longer they stay determined, the stronger their transformation becomes.
6. Realization
Supernatural things can happen. Persevere until change comes, and be of good courage. You are a champion because of Gods ability to change people. Your life matters and God has plans for you. James 1:12 says, Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him.
1. Illumination
When you see the need for change, you have reached illumination. It is, to be precise, your "light-bulb" moment the point at which you finally understand your situation in a whole new way. As Ephesians 5:8 says, You groped your way through that murk once, but no longer. Youre out in the open now. The bright light of Christ makes your way plain. So no more stumbling around. Get on with it! (MSG). Hopefully at this point in the program your weaknesses have come to light and you are ready to get on with it.
2. Inspiration
Once you see the need for change, you must be inspired to make necessary changes. Ask God for His help and guidance. Change may be needed in several areas of your life eating, exercise, dealing with your emotions, or how you think and act. Also ask God for the courage to change and be transformed into what is Gods best for you. See what you can become and become motivated by the vision.
3. Examination
As we are inspired to make changes, we must take a good hard look at how we measure up to Gods standards. Socrates once said, "An unexamined life is not worth living." We couldnt agree more. How does your life measure up to Gods standards? Do you imitate Christ in all you do? Are you living a holy life? Are you obedient to the Word? Whatever your answers are to these questions, the good news is you can begin today to evaluate your life according to Gods Word. No one is perfect, but after examining your life closely, you should be more inclined to want to live in obedience to Gods Word.
4. Motivation
Are you motivated to be used by God and to know His purposes for your life? When you understand that the life God has for you is beyond what you could even imagine, you have reached the step of motivation. Walking in His truth and staying obedient to His Word are your secret weapons to developing a purpose-driven life. God doesnt want you immobilized by your weight. Ask the Holy Spirit to fill you so full of Him that something beyond yourself will happen.
The more we seek the kingdom of God and all His righteousness first, the more used of God we will be. Colossians 3:12 tells us how to "dress" for this type of success So, chosen by God for this new life of love, dress in the wardrobe God picked out for you: compassion, kindness, humility, quiet strength, discipline (MSG).
If you have struggled with motivation for years, perhaps it is time to realize that you just dont have the ability to motivate yourself. But you can reach out to someone else; you can bring people around you to help coach you and provide you with the motivation you do not possess on your own. This is what God has in mind when we surround ourselves with a body of believers.
5. Determination
No matter what youve been through already, dont give up. If you fall down and blow it, get up and try again. God gives us second chances. He wants us to succeed. With Christ, all things are possible. Stay in the fight and keep reaching for the prize.
All the people I know who have lost weight and kept it off have a tremendous amount of determination. They just wont give up. If their weight plateaus, they just keep doing what they have been doing while making minor changes that eventually result in a return of weight loss. For them there is no excuse good enough to give up, so they persevere. And the longer they stay determined, the stronger their transformation becomes.
6. Realization
Supernatural things can happen. Persevere until change comes, and be of good courage. You are a champion because of Gods ability to change people. Your life matters and God has plans for you. James 1:12 says, Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him.
