Today’s thoughts by Julie Wicker

‭‭Philippians‬ ‭4‬:‭13‬ ‭NIV‬‬ — I can do all this through him who gives me strength.

Today’s key verse is a wonderful promise to lean into when needing strength. It is a popular verse when it comes to exercise. It is rarely thought of in context. The Apostle Paul wrote this while in prison. He had been flogged, tied up in chains, and living in a jail cell. In the surrounding verses Philippians 4:10-20, he shares with us on how to be content. 

Take time today to surrender your habits to God. Ask God if there are habits you need to change. We are now 24 days into the new year. There are still 341 days to change habits. As you find strength in God, be reminded that in all things, God knows what obstacles we are facing. A habit can take 21 days but for it to become a lifestyle, it can take at least 90 days. Keep moving forward! 

This week we shared our perspectives on healthy exercise habits. Next week we will look at healthy food habits.

Join me in prayer. Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for trusting me to be a temple for Your Holy Spirit. I surrender my exercise habits over to You. I can do all things through You as I lean into Your strength. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.

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