God, despite my circumstances, I will find reasons to praise You.

So, I'm not on a diet. I'm on a journey with Jesus to learn the fine art of self-discipline for the purpose of holiness.

My goal should never be to raise kids that make me look good. (Oh but how my flesh craves this!) My goal should be to raise kids who love God and spend their lives making His goodness known in their corner of the world.

We were made for more than compromise. We were made for God's promises in every area of our lives.

There is power in simply speaking the name Jesus.

Find that courageous yes. Fight for that confident no.

Remember, the Devil loves to make us focus on the little that's wrong so we miss the big picture of all that's right.